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Princess Margaret, the late sister of Queen Elizabeth II, had a unique morning routine.

She would have breakfast in bed, listen to the radio for two hours while chain-smoking before taking an hour-long soak in the tub.

The Queen also has specific rules that her staff must follow when she takes a bath, even when she is away from home.

For example, operators of the Royal Train are alerted when the monarch is bathing on board and are mindful not to hit bumps so she can have a smooth experience.

However, in the past, bathing was not a priority for other royals like Queen Elizabeth I.

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    Queen Elizabeth I, also known as the Virgin Queen, was King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn’s daughter.

    According to Biography.com, she ascended the throne in 1558 and reigned until her death in 1603.

    It is widely reported that Queen Elizabeth I was not fond of bathing and only did so once a month.

    However, she was not the only monarch who avoided bathing, and they all had reasons for doing so.

    It was not only Queen Elizabeth I but also her successor, James VI (later James I), who reportedly never bathed.

    Additionally, France’s Louis XIV is said to have taken only three baths in his entire life, and Queen Isabella of Spain claimed to have bathed twice only.

    So why did these monarchs avoid washing themselves?

    In the 16th century, a book entitled “This is the Myrour or Glasse of Helth” advised against using baths or stews or sweating too much.

    The book stated that these activities open the pores of the body, allowing venomous air to enter and infect the blood.

    Due to fears of disease, many members of the upper class reduced their bathing habits to a few times a year, striking a balance between the risk of contracting a disease from the bath and body odor.

    Nowadays, royals’ attitudes toward bathing have certainly changed, and taking a shower is preferred over a bath.

    According to Daily Mail’s royal correspondent Brian Hoey, the current queen’s maid pays close attention when she prepares the monarch’s bath every morning.

    She must ensure that the water temperature is not too hot or too cold and that the tub has just the right amount of water in it.

    Prince Charles also has specific rules for his daily baths, and if one detail is not perfect, he will scold his entire staff.

    Former butler Paul Burrell stated in the documentary “Serving the Royals: Inside the Firm” that Charles’ underwear is folded in a certain way, and his bath towel must be placed in a particular manner.

    When it comes to bathing, the bath plug must be in a specific position, the water temperature must be tepid, and the tub must only be half full.

    In conclusion, bathing was not always a priority for monarchs.

    Queen Elizabeth I and other royals avoided bathing due to fear of disease.

    However, royals’ attitudes towards bathing have shifted, and they now have very specific rules and preferences when it comes to taking a bath.

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