6 Products To Help You Look and Smell As Iconic As Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy

If you had to name infamous blonde women from the ’90s, the names of Princess Diana and Cindy Crawford would likely escape your lips. However, another name that comes to mind is Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, who, despite being married into one of the most famous families in American history, remained notoriously private, making her more intriguing, even 27 years after her passing.

Now, as viewers relive her and John F. Kennedy Jr.’s relationship on the FX series Love Story, they’re also reminded of her signature minimalist aesthetic, as well as her incredible beauty habits and fragrance picks. As such, we’ve curated a selection of the products you’ll need to channel the classic Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy ’90s look.

The Ultimate Beauty Guide to Becoming Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy

In the premiere episode of Love Story, a coworker tells Bessette’s character (played by Sarah Pidgeon) a quick anecdote about her Abdul Kareem’s Egyptian Musk Oil scent, which was rumored to be Bessette’s signature fragrance.

Writing in her 2007 memoir, What Remains, Carole Radziwill, who became widowed after JFK Jr.’s first cousin, Anthony Radziwill, passed in 1999, vividly recalled Bessette walking into a room as “traces of Egyptian musk follow her in.”

Unfortunately, the original scent is no longer in production, though you could try your luck with this eBay seller. However, if you’re looking to try something similar, try the following scents.

1. Narciso Rodriguez For Her Eau De Toilette Spray

Taking to Instagram, writer and perfume expert Jane Daly, who actually owns the original Abdul Kareem Egyptian Musk, revealed that this scent from Narciso and the original Egyptian musk smell exactly the “same.”

A sweet yet light fragrance with incredible longevity, this scent is perfect for casual days and special occasions. Grab it here.

2. Nemat Egyptian Musk Perfume Oil Roll-On

If you’re hoping for a more oil-based scent, similar to Bessett’s choice of scent, then this roll-on perfume oil would be the perfect choice.

Alcohol-free, the long-lasting oil provides an alluringly soft, yet spicy and sophisticated scent that envelopes your body beautifully throughout the day, making it perfect for those who appreciate elegant scents. Grab it here.

3. e.l.f. Hydrating Core Lip Shine – Ecstatic

While Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy favoured Bobbi Brown’s Ruby Stain, it is no longer available. Yet, e.l.f. Hydrating Core Lip Shine in the color Ecstatic is a perfect replica.

Vegan, cruelty-free and rich in vitamin E, this lip balm offers a beautiful, deep berry shade, whilst simultaneously nourishing and moisturizing your lips.

Grab it here.

4. MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation

A Bessette-Kennedy makeup essential, Carole Radziwill revealed in her book that her late cousin-in-law would use the product to cover dark circles.

This travel-friendly, powder foundation helps to minimize the appearance of pores, combat shine, and create a smoother, more polished look.

Grab it here.

5. Kiehl’s Crème de Silk Groom

Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy was known for her perpetually blonde, glossy locks, and a large part of this can be credited to her use of Kiehl’s Creme de Silk Groom.

Not only does it smooth down any flyaways and frizz, but the hairstyling cream also helps to moisturize, nurture, and soften your curls, largely thanks to jojoba oil and hydrolyzed soy and wheat protein.

Grab it here.

6. Philip Kingsley Re-Moisturizing Smoothing Shampoo

She was famously known for her blonde and highlighted hair, so Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy turned to the vegan-friendly Philip Kingsley’s Re-Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner to reduce breakage and keep her strands strong and healthy.

As it’s packed with hydrolyzed elastin, your locks enjoy extra strength and boosted elasticity.

Grab it here.

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