Even though Meghan Markle is on her way to becoming a duchess, it doesn’t mean that she’s out of touch with reality. In fact, judging from her sartorial and beauty choices, it seems the brunette bombshell is just like anyone of us, and she doesn’t feel the need to shell out hundreds of dollars on high-end cosmetics when she can pop into the local drugstore and get something that works just as well.
Here are some of her top picks from the drugstore that will help you to look and smell like the Suits actress. Bonus: nothing on this list cost more than $50.
In an interview with Beauty Banter, the duchess-to-be admitted to committing the cardinal sin of beauty – occasionally not removing her makeup before hitting the hay. Her solution? Biore Daily Cleansing Cloths that are “great to keep in the car and on your nightstand when you have those horribly lazy nights that the thought of getting up to actually wash your face seems unbearable.”
Besides being super convenient, these grime-removing wipes are also non-comedogenic, so they wouldn’t clog your pores and cause you to breakout.
Available from Lazada.
To keep her skin in check, the Suits actress applies this body lotion from Nivea “religiously”. She told The Express that she’s been “using it since school” because of its price point and how it makes her skin feel and look. It seems she isn’t the only person linked to the royal family that sings praises of the brand.
Her future sister-in-law Kate Middleton once revealed to the British media that she swears by Nivea’s Visage Pure and Natural Day Cream ($10.50, available from Lookfantastic) that is enriched with natural ingredients like aloe vera.
Available from Watsons.
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When you think about Meghan Markle’s beauty, you instantly think about her glossy lustrous locks. Speaking with Beauty Banter, the newly engage actress revealed her love for hair oils. According to the actress this Wella Professtionals Oil Reflections Luminous smoothing oil which can be used on both damp and dry hair, “smells like vacation and makes your hair slippery and touchable.”
Formulated with natural ingredients like camelia oil and white tea extract, this luxurious smoothing oil hydrates and nourishes every strand from root to tip. To achieve Meghan’s crowning glory, we recommend using this oil as a finishing product to apply after your hair is freshly styled.
Available from Lazada.
This cult-favourite has found a fan in the soon-to-wed actress who adores the soap for its invigorating scent that lingers on the skin. Speaking to Beauty Banter, Meghan said that she usually gravitates to the lavender scent but will cleanse with the almond scent if they are looking for something “warm and and sweet”.
Besides its enticing scent, the liquid soap also won the newly engaged Meghan’s seal of approval with its organic and certified fair trade ingredients.
Available from Nature’s Glory.
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Unless she is on set, Meghan is not a fan of slathering on heavy foundations. She uses brushes from Eco Tools to blend and buff her foundation into her skin to get a smooth, natural and almost second skin like finish.
Made from bamboo and recycled aluminum, these plush synthetic-bristle brushes are as easy on the environment as they are on your bank account.
Available from Guardian.
Once she becomes a member of the royal family, Markle will have to opt for barely-there manicures when getting her nails done. One nail polish that will always be acceptable? Queen Elizabeth II’s favourite, Ballet Slippers, a light pink feminine hue that adds a wash of colour that goes with any outfit and occasion.
According to Yahoo!, Meghan wore the shade too for her engagement photoshoot. Would the duchess-to-be wear this colour when she walks down the aisle with Prince Harry? It’s very likely – and it’s certainly royal family approved.
Available from Amazon.
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By now, it’s safe to say that Meghan is a beauty buff since she swears by so many highly raved beauty products. This non-greasy serum from Kerastase is famed for its ability to amp shine and fight frizz with ingredients like silicon derivatives, shorea, palm oils and cationic polymers.
A little goes a long way with this hair product. When applied to damp hair, it helps to tame unruly strands and combat even the worst humidity.
Available from Lazada.