Kate Middleton's strict beauty rules for Christmas events – including no red lipstick – Irish Mirror

Kate always looks flawless(Image: PA)
We're always left stunned by how impeccable Kate Middleton looks. Despite a challenging year, the Princess of Wales never fails to look flawless.
As she begins to resume her royal duties, Christmas proves to be a busy period for her. She's hosted her 'Together at Christmas' carol service at Westminster Abbey, set to air on ITV1 and ITVX tonight. It's also confirmed that she'll attend the annual Christmas Day church service at Sandringham.
Although Kate has largely remained out of the public eye this year due to health issues, her public appearances have consistently showcased her signature glossy blow-dry and subtle make-up.
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Saffron Hughes, a make-up artist from FalseEyelashes.co.uk, has pinpointed six key beauty rules that Kate never breaks. While these aren't official royal rules, it's evident that Kate knows what works for her and the occasion.
Kate wore a bright red maxi coat by Alexander McQueen to the carol service(Image: PA)
Here are the top beauty guidelines Kate always adheres to…
While the late Queen Elizabeth II was fond of bright pink lipstick and Princess Anne often rocks a stylish red lip (proving that this isn't really a royal rule), Kate prefers natural nudes and soft pink shades like Bobbi Brown Luxe Matte Lipstick in Sandwash Pink, £36, reports OK!.
FalseEyelashes.co.uk suggests that this may be so Kate avoids pitfalls such as smudging and lipstick on the teeth.
Even at glamorous evening events, Kate's complexion always looks natural and glowing – there's never an unblended foundation edge, cakey patch or harsh streak of blush in sight (it's hard to imagine her ever sporting a full Insta-glam contour and highlighter look).
Having a great skincare routine and a light hand when applying makeup also helps her make-up look natural.
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"If there's one thing our Princess knows, it's how to get her make-up to last," says Saffron. "Looking poised is incredibly important at royal events, even when the family can be in attendance for hours and hours at a time" – and we've never seen Kate with flaking mascara, smudged lipstick or eye make-up running down her face.
Unlike this sweet moment when the late Queen was spotted reapplying her lipstick, we never see Kate touch up her face in public, so we think there must be some hard-working primers, setting sprays and waterproof formulas in her make-up bag.
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Over the years, we've seen Kate Middleton sport a variety of hairstyles, from practical ponytails to glamorous Hollywood waves. However, one thing remains consistent: her hair always looks well-kept.
Kate Middleton's burgundy maxi coat steals the show and 'signals strength'(Image: Aaron Chown-WPA Pool/Getty Images)
It's evident that Kate regularly gets haircuts, colour treatments and blow dries to maintain her sleek and glossy locks, with no stray grey hairs or unruly strands in sight.
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While the Princess of Wales occasionally sports a smokey eye for glitzy evening events, she typically keeps her eye make-up simple and natural during the day, opting for brown eyeshadow, soft brown eyeliner and a coat of mascara. To emulate her look, apply eyeliner to the outer third of the lower lash line for a more rounded, wide-eyed appearance.
We recommend: Bobbi Brown Perfectly Defined Gel Eyeliner, £28
Who could forget when Kate stepped out of the hospital with baby George, sporting a fresh blow dry and flawless make-up just hours after giving birth? Being constantly photographed and scrutinised, Kate ensures she always looks impeccable.
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