Princess Diana is still an icon, not just for her style but for her timeless fresh-faced beauty. Her beauty and skincare routine was elegant, simple by today’s standards, and quite ahead of its time. Here’s what’s known about her cosmetic and self-care rituals:
1. Skincare Came First
- Cleansing & hydration: Diana was very devoted to her skin. Her longtime facialist, Mary Greenwell, often shared that Diana never skipped cleansing her face thoroughly, even after late royal events.
- She used gentle cleansers, alcohol-free toners, and rich moisturizers to maintain her famously luminous complexion.
- She loved brands like Clarins and Gatineau — trusted luxury French skincare brands. Clarins Multi-Active Day Moisturizer with Niacinamide | Smooth Fine Lines | Visibly Tighten Pores | Even Tone and Texture | Boost Glow | Strengthen Moisture Barrier | All Skin Types
2. Facials & Professional Care
- Diana was a big believer in regular facials. Her facialist customized treatments with deep cleansing, massage, and gentle exfoliation to keep her skin fresh and smooth.
- She avoided harsh or abrasive treatments — her focus was on a healthy glow, not aggressive procedures.
3. Sunscreen & Protection
She was aware of sun damage before it was trendy to talk about it. Diana used daily SPF — which helped keep her skin youthful despite constant time outdoors and flashing cameras.
4. Her Makeup: Classic, Soft, Timeless
- She favored a natural look: fresh skin, light blush, soft pink or nude lips.
- Her signature was her blue eyeliner in the early years (a very ‘80s touch). Later, her makeup artist Mary Greenwell convinced her to switch to more neutral tones that enhanced her blue eyes without overpowering her look.
- Her brows were softly defined — never over-plucked — and lashes were curled with a touch of mascara.
5. Fragrance & Finishing Touch
Diana was known to love Penhaligon’s Bluebell, a fresh floral scent that matched her elegant, approachable vibe.
She also wore Quelques Fleurs by Houbigant, a soft floral that became part of her public image. Houbigant, Quelques Fleurs Jardin Secret Eau de Parfum
Her Real Secret: Discipline & Simplicity
Despite the glamour, her routine was never extreme — healthy skin, not layers of product, was her real beauty foundation.
She believed in consistency — no skipping makeup removal, regular sleep, lots of water, and self-care time.
