Zara Tindall, 44, strategically goes makeup-free - and her skin is glowing


Mike Tindall's wife looked stunning in new pictures, which showed the royal looking so youthful, without any cosmetics


Zara Tindall attends day 3 'St Patrick's Thursday' of the Cheltenham Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse on March 13, 2025 in London, England.© Getty Images
Laura Sutcliffe
Laura SutcliffeFashion and Beauty News Editor
March 27, 2026
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On Friday morning, the beautiful Zara Tindall wowed onlookers at the Barbury Horse Trials, which took place at Sharpridge Farm. Taking the reins of several horses, the wife of Mike Tindall took an Open Intermediate class event at the Marlborough location and looked fresh-faced and ready for action.

Donning traditional and durable horse-riding attire of jodhpurs, a helmet, and a sporty top, the 44-year-old notably sported a face that was free of makeup, letting her gorgeous natural skin shine through.

Zara Tindall in a blue jacket and white trousers riding a horse© PA Images via Getty Images
Zara was pictured at the Open Intermediate event at Barbury Horse Trials

Zara may have chosen not to highlight her features with cosmetics due to the fact that she was taking part in a physical activity. Many people opt to go bare-faced when exercising, as sweat often clogs the pores, causing a build-up of bacteria. Regardless, Zara looked lovely and so youthful, sporting blemish-free, hydrated skin.

Zara Tindall riding Classicals Euro Star during an Open Intermediate class event at Barbury Horse Trials at Sharpridge Farm in Marlborough. Picture date: Friday March 27, 2026.© PA Images via Getty Images
Zara went makeup-free, and her skin looked incredible

Zara's makeup essentials

Although Zara often looks glamorous at public appearances, her beauty look is what many would categorise as rather low-key. She always looks natural, only using minimal makeup to accentuate her skin.

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Zara Tindall wearing blue hat© Getty
Zara always sports a natural makeup look

Zara's trusted makeup artist, Alisia Ristevski, who goes by the name @littledollfaceofficial on Instagram, often shares pictures of her royal client, with up-close shots of her immaculate hairstyle, and informs followers of the must-have products she uses on Princess Anne's daughter. Over the years, she has said she loves the 'Magic Cream' by Charlotte Tilbury, as well as a refreshing facial mist from Kiko Milano.

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"I like to keep my clients looking very natural, and for skin to look like skin. I would do a slightly heavier look if I were doing a big event such as the coronation or a royal wedding. But I do prefer to do a lighter texture foundation," she exclusively told HELLO! in 2024.

"I also like to use primers underneath the foundation. Layering is very important to create a glow in the right places. I highlight the cheeks – contouring and cheeks are my thing," she quipped.

zara tindall in boater hat © Getty Images
Alina explained that Zara is happy to try different beauty looks

Reflecting on her royal makeup role, Alisia added, "When you are dealing with people who are constantly in the public eye, you need to be cautious of what trends will date very quickly. I work very much with Zara's personal style and adapt her looks as her style changes over the years. She's happy to try different looks, particularly if we think it will complement the outfit," she explained.

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