In medieval India, the Mughal Empire was counted among the most rich empires in the world. This period from Babur to Aurangzeb was famous not only for political strength but also for the royal lifestyle and beauty of the queens. At that time, India’s economy had about 25% stake in the world. The queens and princesses used to get the tax of the entire state as private income. With this wealth, she used the most expensive makeup and beauty treatment in the world.

Sabiha Haq, author of The Mughal Ari, has mentioned Jahangir’s Begum Nur Jahan in his book. Nur Jahan’s name is recorded in history for his beauty and art. It is said that once Nur Jahan was bathing in a rose petals. Then he saw a fragrant oil floating on the surface of the water. That fragrance impressed him so much that after this the tradition of making perfumes with roses and other flowers started. Gradually, perfume became an essential part of the beauty products of Mughal queens and princesses.

Mughal queen’s beauty routine
They had a special beauty routine behind the beauty of the Mughal queens. She used neem datun and powder made of pearls, camphor and musk to clean teeth and gums. Lips were given natural redness from betel leaf, while face and hands were groomed with aromatic creams and perfumes every day.

Use of milk and saffron
Milk and saffron were used to maintain skin glow. The queens used to apply powder of gems like pearls, emerald and firoza in skin care and makeup. Sandalwood powder was mixed with rose water, milk and turmeric and applied on the face and body. For eye makeup, powder of gems was also added to sandalwood. The leaves of drumstick i.e. Moringa were also part of his beauty routine. They were previously used in medicinal use, but later it was also used for skin care. This kept the skin healthy and young.

Mughal beauty products and royal lifestyle
The women of the Mughal court used products made of natural and Ayurvedic materials. Perfumes and rose water were essential for fragrance and freshness. Milk and saffron improved the skin. Gemstone powder was applied to improve makeup and skin tone. Sandalwood and turmeric were used as natural face packs.

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