There's a reason why these Charlotte Tilbury icons have stood the test of time
When it comes to our makeup bags, in Charlotte Tilbury we trust. The legendary make-up artist has been in the business for years and has worked on A-list faces from Joan Collins to Amal Clooney – not to mention a certain Kate Moss.
The brand launched in 2016, and despite its fledgling status, has already reached astronomical success, scoring beauty awards left, right and centre. And it’s not hard to see why; Charlotte Tilbury’s insider know-how has created some of the most sought-after beauty products on the market today.
Here at Prima, we love how all Tilbury products look great on all skin types and ages, and, importantly, you don't need pro-level application skills to achieve a beautiful result. For instance, the popular Hollywood Flawless Filter simply needs the tap of a finger to achieve a radiant complexion, while the Hollywood Contour Wand comes with a sponge-tip top for easy application.
Truthfully, it's hard to put a foot wrong when it comes to Charlotte Tilbury – there's hardly a dud in the range. Nevertheless we’ve collated the very best of the brand’s makeup and skincare that you can happily shop now.
The very best Charlotte Tilbury products to try
Hollywood Contour Wand
If contouring has always left you feeling puzzled, these Hollywood Contour Wands make the task easy. Like the Blush Wand, the contour stick has a sponge-tip applicator giving you precise control over where you place the product.
To create the illusion of lifted cheekbones, dab two or three dots of the liquid bronzer slightly above where your natural cheekbone sits and blend in an upwards motion with your brush. The overall finish will look sculpted yet the liquid formula will keep your skin looking like, well, skin.
£30.00 at charlottetilbury.com
Magic Cream
Magic by name, magic by nature: this cream really does work wonders for the complexion. The bionymph peptide is a bit of a mouthful but is a wonderful ingredient with anti-ageing and plumping properties. The peptides work in tandem with the hyaluronic acid to keep the skin hydrated throughout the day.
£54.00 at charlottetilbury.com
Beauty Light Wand
This wand cuts all the confusion around applying blush: the nifty sponge-tip applicator is cleverly designed so you can simply dab and pat with your fingers to blend. It comes in seven illuminating shades which are an extension to the original Pillow Talk range. A touch of product seamlessly seeps into your skin, giving an ethereal, natural-looking pinky glow to your complexion. Think of it as the same fresh-faced flush that you have after a cold countryside walk.
£30.00 at charlottetilbury.com
Hollywood Flawless Filter
The Hollywood Flawless Filter is one of Charlotte Tilbury's most beloved products. The glowy base can be used as a foundation, primer or highlighter, giving the skin a lit-from-within glow.
While radiant for sure, the finish still appears very natural and has just enough coverage to blur redness, dark spots or burst capillaries. It's the perfect product if you're foundation averse as it's easy to blend – you can work the product in with your fingertips – while still unifying your complexion.
£39.00 at charlottetilbury.com
Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder
This gold-gilded compact is a makeup bag essential. The finely-milled powder sets makeup and removes unwanted shine but its creamy texture ensures your complexion never veers to the 'cakey' side. With a fluffy brush, sweep a small amount underneath your eyes, forehead and chin – or any area that needs a little blotting.
£39.00 at charlottetilbury.com
Love Frequency Fragrance
Charlotte Tilbury's fragrance collection has been designed to tap into our emotions and bring about feelings of love, happiness, seduction, energy, empowerment and calm – and yes, they come beautifully packaged in a coloured bottle to match each mood.
If you like floral perfumes, Love Frequency is the one for you. It has a strong rose scent at its heart balanced with notes including pink pepper, musk, amber and patchouli. Want something to lift your spirits? Look to the grounding Magic Energy with a woody, citrus scent. Whatever fragrance you're drawn to, there's something for everyone. Shop the full collection here.
Magic Hydration Revival Cleanser
Charlotte Tilbury knows glow, so you can trust her skincare to focus on restoring it. The Magic Hydration Revival Cleanser transforms from a cream, to foam, to milk. It whips off daily grime really easily, leaving skin with a satisfyingly clean (but not stripped) feel. It's great for midlife skin, especially; it's full of hydrating, plumping ingredients, like hyaluronic acid and peptides, that help lend real luminosity and bounce. Just lovely!
K.I.S.S.I.N.G Icon Baby Lipstick
This stunning yet wearable soft pink lipstick works well for everyday use. Pair with soft bronze eyes and a glowy base for a fresh spring look that works as well for the office as it does for weekends. And if you want to know the perfect shade for you, try out this handy lipstick shade finder tool.
Charlotte's Magic Serum
Charlotte Tilbury is so loved for its show-stopping makeup that sometimes it can be easy to forget just how good the skincare is, too.
Although it would take something seriously special to push the original Magic Cream off its perch at top spot, the coordinating serum comes in at a close second.
Super refreshing for skin of any age, it includes polyglumatic acid which is four times more hydrating than hyaluronic acid and vitamin C to brighten skin for a youthful glow. Thirsty skin will thank you for adding this one to your routine.
Charlotte's Beautiful Skin
The brand's Beautiful Skin foundation gives lighter coverage than the original Airbrush Flawless, and goes heavy on the radiance: expect natural, comfortable skin that glows. Infused with hydrating hyaluronic acid (so it doesn't turn powdery on dry skin) this everyday hero comes in an inclusive 30 shades with warm, neutral and cool undertones to choose from.
Hyaluronic Happikiss Lipstick
We are seriously impressed with Happikiss. Infused with that super-charged hydrating ingredient, hyaluronic acid, these nourishing shades make sure your lips look dewy and plump with every application.
What we like the most about this lipstick is the lighter, more hydrating finish, which means less faffing around with lip liners and less room for error when applying in a rush – a win for us.
Magic Eye Rescue Cream
There’s a lot to consider when it comes to finding a good eye cream for mature skin – hydration being a key box to tick. Just like the original Magic Cream, the Magic Eye Rescue has the same creamy consistency that instantly moisturises dry skin.
It contains a great combination of ingredients that are ideal for the delicate eye area – there is vitamin C to brighten, and a gentle yet effective form of retinol to smooth the appearance of fine lines. Plus, the jar itself is pure elegance so you can display it proudly on your vanity.
Cheek to Chic Powder Blush
The Cheek to Chic blusher is a beautiful, finely milled powder that sweeps across the cheeks and gently builds to a pinky glow. The Pillow Talk shade, like the lipstick, is a sell-out success – probably because it's universally flattering on all skin colours, types and ages.
£35.00 at charlottetilbury.com
Beautiful Skin Radiant Concealer
Tilbury did a great job in naming this concealer as it really does give you beautiful-looking skin. The creamy formula seamlessly glides on to diffuse dark circles and pigmentation and feels very hydrating, too – which is ideal as mature skin often needs extra moisture.
The slightly mousse-like consistency feels featherweight, but most importantly, it doesn't seep into crow’s feet or wrinkles to accentuate them further. It has a delicate, light-reflecting shine that helps to brighten while still making your skin look like skin.
£28.00 at charlottetilbury.com
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