In 2013, makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury launched her own company after working for years on the world’s most famous celebrities, creating looks for the red carpet, runway, and editorial purposes. Over a decade later, the brand—which blends glamor, luxury, and better formulas—has millions of devoted followers worldwide, including our editors.
As one of our favorite companies for both nighttime-appropriate and everyday cosmetics, it should come as no surprise that we had trouble limiting the selection to just 13 items. But after giving much thought to which products really stand out in our beauty regimens and makeup collections, we’ve put together a list of the Charlotte Tilbury products that our editors love the most.
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Foundation
Because of its full coverage and long-lasting wear, the Airbrush Flawless Foundation is a mainstay in my makeup collection and is the reason it won best overall in our test of the top full-coverage foundations. While it works best as a full-glam foundation that lasts all night, I’ve been combining it with a small amount of my moisturizer lately to achieve a “my skin, but better” look that’s perfect for work-from-home days. —Writer of commerce Caitlyn Martyn
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray
With my oily skin, I’ve always had trouble keeping my makeup looking flawless all day, but this setting spray has really altered the game for me. It gives my skin a blurred, natural-looking finish and helps to hold my look in place. I constantly buy backups when my current supply runs out since I notice a noticeable difference in how long my makeup lasts when I’m without it. —Alyssa Kaplan, Writer for Commerce
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick
I’ve tried a ton of good lipstick formulas throughout the years. Additionally, I seldom ever visit stores to swatch or buy on my own because I usually receive a ton of PR products to review for stories. For me, Charlotte Tilbury is an exception: I paid cash for a Matte Revolution lipstick. This lipstick truly lasts a long time because to its matte formula. When I went out for drinks with a friend, I put on the shade Lost Cherry, and we fell asleep on the couch while watching movies. The following morning, I was surprised to see that my crimson lip had not smudged. I was convinced at that very moment that this lipstick could last the entire night. —Shannon Bauer, an editorial assistant Head.
Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Contour Wand
I was a little late to the party, but I’m not getting off. I’ve never been this infatuated with a bronzer/contour product before, thanks to the soft cushion applicator tip and the user-friendly consistency. I look sculpted and sun-kissed with three dots down each cheekbone, which provides the most beautiful shadows to the plumpest parts of my face. —Martyn Caitlyn
Charlotte Tilbury Eyes to Mesmerise Cream Eyeshadow
I adore a simple eyeshadow look, and for years I’ve been using this cream mixture. I enjoy that it gives the lids a wash of color that looks more accomplished than it actually did, and it’s lightweight and simple to blend with my fingertips or a fluffy brush. Even though the eyeshadow creases slightly after a few hours of wear, a few quick taps with your fingers smooth it out and revive your look. —Alyssa Kaplan
Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner
Three criteria are used by me to evaluate lip liners: blendability, glide, and pigment. Overall, the Lip Cheats score a perfect 10/10. I adore wearing my Lip Cheat in Pillow Talk Intense with neutral lipsticks or with just a hint of pink gloss. It’s virtually a nub by now. Not only is it one of my best-loved Charlotte Tilbury products, but it’s also my all-time favorite lip pencil. The Editor, Eden Stuart
Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Magic Cream
There’s a reason why Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Cream Moisturizer is a fan favorite. Rich and opulent, this cream has a subtle, non-overpowering smell. Vitamins C and E are included in the formulation to help brighten dull skin and hyaluronic acid for moisture. My skin always feels smoother, glossy, and plumper after application. It makes the ideal base for the rest of my makeup, and each time I apply it, I can really see the difference. Although it is expensive, you only need a small amount to achieve the Magic effect. —Star Donaldson, Social Media Associate Director
Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter
I always reach for this glow-boosting cream even though I have oily skin. I adore putting it on my cheekbones over foundation or bare skin for a romantic brightness, but it’s too sparkly to wear all over my face. It looks great on a range of skin tones, is simple to blend, and is available in a multitude of hues and undertones. —Alyssa Kaplan
Charlotte Tilbury Lip & Cheek Glow
This is my current go-to cream blush because I adore how simple it is to apply with my fingertips. The creamy formula’s moisturizing properties and ease of blending make it a great option for me even with my oily skin. It gives out the most gorgeous glow without shimmering and lays flawlessly over foundation or on bare skin. —Alyssa Kaplan
Charlotte Tilbury Color Corrector
With this mild color corrector, my deep purple rings at the inner corners of my eyes almost disappear. When I want full coverage, I wear it underneath concealer or on its own to brighten my undereye area. Apply it to your skin with a damp makeup sponge or your finger, and it will melt into your skin nicely. —Editorial Director Holly Rhue
Charlotte Tilbury K.I.S.S.I.N.G Lipstick
I was surprised to find that throughout the past two months, I kept reaching for this satin lipstick even though I usually like matte or really glossy lip products. It’s creamy, pigmented, and incredibly comfortable to wear and reapply throughout the day, which is why I adore it. It applies flawlessly over lip liners, and I adore that I can use this formula and still apply gloss to the middle of my lips without it being patchy or runny. The dimness Yes, one of my favorite warm nudes for any situation is Honey. —Alyssa Kaplan
Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Sun-Kissed Glow Cream Bronzer
This is one of my favorite cream bronzer formulas; it’s wonderful for giving your complexion a natural-looking tan while also adding some definition to your features. Using a dense brush or makeup sponge, it has an extremely workable mousse-like texture that is creamy and rather hard-pressed. It has an extremely long wear time, blends easily, and gives a skin-like finish that resembles bronze after a vacation. —Alyssa Kaplan
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Beauty Blush Wand
I adore how the matte formula gives my cheekbones a pop of color without making them appear greasy or glossy. Just two dots from the sponge applicator are sufficient to cover my cheeks in a natural-looking color wash; you also need a very minimal amount of product. My current favorite color is Pink Pop, the cutest baby pink that’s ideal for spring and beyond. —Holly Rhue
Why Trust Byrdie
Alyssa Kaplan is a seasoned writer with experience in the beauty sector and a cosmetics-focused product tester. She has tested almost everything in the Charlotte Tilbury range, having been a huge fan for many years. She studied marketing and product development for the cosmetics industry as well as fashion business marketing at the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree. Since 2022, Alyssa has worked as a commerce writer for Byrdie, where she covers all things related to beauty.
