My love for Charlotte Tilbury runs deep. I first discovered the iconic brand in 2015 and over the years it has become a staple in my daily routine. The brand offers everything from skincare to makeup and honestly, I love it all! You’ve probably seen the viral TikTok videos featuring Charlotte Tilbury products – especially the Perfect Filter. Or maybe you’ve heard me rave about them in the past here when I share my daily makeup routine. Either way, you might be wondering which Charlotte Tilbury products are really worth the hype. Today I’m going to share what I consider to be the six best Charlotte Tilbury products, how to apply each one effectively and why I love them!
Why I love Charlotte Tilbury Products
My adoration for Charlotte Tilbury first started with lipstick – Kate nude, to be exact! From there, I expanded my selection through trial and error to find the best Charlotte Tilbury products. Now, over 50% of my daily makeup routine is rooted in the brand’s products. I’ve been using these six products consistently for five years and haven’t been itching to switch them! I think that fact alone shows how much I love these everyday makeup items.
Additionally, I have found these Charlotte Tilbury products to be all extremely high quality. The formulas are long lasting, match different skin tones and allow my skin to look better without looking unnatural. These products would not be highly coveted and often sold without good reason. Simply put, they are amazing!
The best of Charlotte Tilbury products
Over the years, I have tried several different Charlotte Tilbury products. I absolutely loved most of them. I understand they are an investment, so I’m highlighting skin care and makeup products that I think are worth the $$$. The six items I’m highlighting today are what I consider to be Charlotte Tilbury’s best products. These are the types of makeup and skin care products you’ve seen on my all-time favorites list and on repeat as my beauty empties. Here’s why I like each and some tips for implementing them.
1. Charlotte’s Magic Cream
This is probably one of Charlotte Tilbury’s most popular products and for good reason. Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream is a daily face moisturizer that is light, gentle and effective. I use this moisturizer every day and it’s just as great for bare face days as it is for full makeup days.
This moisturizer gives me such great hydration and lasts all day without being greasy, which is why it made it onto my list of best Charlotte Tilbury products. It’s thick (but again, not greasy) and a little goes a long way. I usually use this facial moisturizer at night as well. But on nights when my face is a little drier than usual, I switch to the Magic Night Moisturizer.
2. Hollywood Flawless Filter Primer & Highlighter
The Hollywood Flawless Filter Primer and Highlighter was a total game changer for me. It quickly earned a spot on my best Charlotte Tilbury products list! I love how smooth and even it makes my skin look, while also giving me a healthy glow.
Some choose to use this product strictly as a highlighter – applying it only to the cheekbones and high forehead – but I like to use it all over instead of foundation. It evens out my skin tone and leaves my skin looking fresh and refreshed. I usually wear Shade 2, but in the summer months when I’m a little more tanned, I mix Shade 2 and Shade 3 together. The brand just started making 0.5 shades so I can’t wait to see how the 2.5 works for me!
I like to use Charlotte’s Magic Cream first as a base moisturizer before applying this highlighter. For the best application and most natural look, I would suggest using a large foundation brush. Thanks to this trending product on TikTok, it just got a little harder to find in stock (looking at you Gen Z!) If you’re looking, you can buy it here , here , and here .
3. Filmstar Bronze & Glow Contour Duo
I’m definitely not a makeup artist, so the idea of contouring was a little scary to me at first. However, after discovering the Charlotte Tilbury Contour Duo in 2018, I’ve never looked back! I consider this to be one of Charlotte Tilbury’s best products thanks to its ease of use. For those of you who are new to contouring like me, I promise it’s incredibly easy to apply!
I use the Contour Duo every day in the shade “light to medium”. The angled brush is key to perfect application of this product. Then, I use a larger brush to blend the product for a more natural look. I go into more detail on how to apply the Contour Duo in my Everyday Makeup post. This Charlotte Tilbury product really is a foolproof little bag for contouring and lasts all day!
4. Super Nudes Easy Eye Palette
Now in sight! I usually only wear warm undertones, browns and nude shades. This Charlotte Tilbury Easy Eye Palette has quickly become a favorite of mine! It’s everything I need, whether I want a soft daytime look or a dark, dark look in the evening. The versatility of this eyeshadow palette is how it secured its place on my best Charlotte Tilbury products list! Plus, the pigment in this product is excellent. I’ve found that a little goes a long way, allowing one palette to last me an entire year.
I tend to have slightly oily eyelids and I’m very impressed with how this eyeshadow lasts all day. Plus, it pairs extremely well with liquid eyeliner (and you know I love a dramatic cat eye). While almost everything in my makeup bag is Charlotte Tilbury, I can’t leave out this liquid eyeliner, which now comes in a duo option for more precision! To learn how I apply this eyeliner, check out my daily makeup routine.
5. Brow Fix Brow Gel and Legendary Brows Tinted Brow Gel
Next up on the list of Charlotte Tilbury’s best products… brow gel! These have become a favorite for creating naturally full brows. I’ve found that filling in my lighter brows with a pencil looks very harsh and unnatural. Instead, using Charlotte Tilbury Brow Gel allows my brows to look fuller and darker while still looking natural.
I start with the Charlotte Tilbury Brow Gel to give my brows more shape. Then, I complete the look with tinted brow gel. Both of these gels have just the right amount of hold to last all day. And I love how the brow tint gives my brows a little more depth without overwhelming them. I’ve been using the shade ‘Taupe’ in the Charlotte Tilbury Tinted Brow Gel and it matches my brow shade perfectly!
6. Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder
The Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder completes my list of the best Charlotte Tilbury products. Applying this powder is the last step in my daily beauty routine. I love how it keeps my makeup in place all day and helps to blend everything together after I’m done. It also slightly fades the versatile highlighter I applied, resulting in a slightly softer look. No wonder one of these finishing powders sells out every minute… that’s how good it is!
My favorite Charlotte Tilbury products
Like my ever-evolving style, I’ve been trying out new products and trends for years in order to fine-tune my beauty routine. It wasn’t until I discovered Charlotte Tilbury products that I felt like I had found a combination that works for me! Every now and then I switch it up and try new products and also change my routine based on how my skin is feeling or the weather (my skin hates the bitter cold). Overall though, these top six Charlotte Tilbury products are the ones I always come back to!
Your Questions, Answers!
Which Charlotte Tilbury products are worth it?
From my experience, everything from the brand is extremely high quality and well worth the price. Ultimately, it really depends on your skin type and makeup needs. If you want to start by trying some of Charlotte Tilbury’s best products, my top three recommendations are the Magic Cream, Flawless Filter Extraction and Filmstar Contour Duo.
Is Charlotte Tilbury good for mature skin?
There are specific Charlotte Tilbury products formulated for mature skin. These skin care and cosmetic products are helpful in keeping signs of aging at bay, such as fine lines and wrinkles. Of the top six Charlotte Tilbury products I mentioned today, the Magic Cream is recommended for mature skin, as well as these other skincare products and these foundations.
Are Charlotte Tilbury products cruelty free?
Yes. Charlotte Tilbury has been against animal testing since the brand’s inception and is now the Leaping Bunny endorsed by Cruelty Free International. This endorsement is the gold standard for cruelty-free beauty. Additionally, Charlotte Tilbury has a wide selection of vegan cosmetics and skin care products.
PS If you’re curious about what products make up the rest of my daily routine, I like to add this under eye concealer in the mix when I look particularly tired, this foundation when I want to achieve a more “matte” makeup look versus shine, and this finishing coat if my face is a little drier. You will find me wearing this everyday lipstick in the shade “Baci” all year round and I like the smell and feel of it this moisturizer in summer!
