Can you believe it – I’ve never tried a Charlotte Tilbury foundation until now?! Madness. Considering I’m a BIG fan of her products, especially her lipsticks.
This is a first impressions post, so even though I’ll test the products out all month long, I thought I would share my honest thoughts already.
Firstly, the packaging, as always is super beautiful and well-made. Charlotte has a way of making her packaging very art deco with a modern girly twist.
Secondly, I bought these off ASOS when they did 20% off, normally the beautiful skin foundation retails at £34 and the lipstick’s are priced at £28.
Now, let’s get into the review… Will it beat my love for Estee Lauder’s double wear and become my holy grail, possibly not, however, I do like it, I just don’t love it on my first impressions, and, I really do want to love it. Here’s why…
It blends into the skin beautifully and gives you that amazing ‘glowy/dewy look’, however, I did notice some dry patches on my cheeks. So maybe this foundation isn’t great for super dry skin? I need to try it again tomorrow and this time I’ll slather a serum, moisturiser and SPF on and will report back.
The first time I tried it I only used a moisturiser and SPF, so maybe adding the extra moisture from a serum will help? That, or I get a primer for dry skin and then apply this.
Other than the dry patches, it does give you a beautiful finish. I picked up the shade 2N and it’s just right for my porcelain complexion, although it could be a tad pinkier for my skin tone, but I know they can’t cater to ALLL skin tones.
Like I said above, I’ll wear it all month long so I can really form an opinion but these are just my first impressions.
Just a little bit disappointed as I adore Charlotte Tilbury’s make-up. And well, if you’ve been a long time reader of mine, you’ll know that her lipsticks have a special place in my heart.
So, moving on to the lippy. Wedding Belles! Look at that pretty heart embossed on the lipstick – honestly, I think that’s one of the only things I like about it, that and the stunning packaging!
This lippy comes out darker on the lips to what I was expecting, almost has a brown hue to it. It’s matte and the formula isn’t drying what-so-ever. It lasts a really long time too!
I can’t quite make up my mind if it suits me or not, but I’ll wear it through-out Feb to see if it grows on me.
I still love Charlotte’s brand and the majority of her products and like I say, I’ll keep giving these a go and who knows, maybe they’ll end up in my favourites at the end of the month.
That lipstick bullet looks beautiful, its a shame the colour doesnt feel quite right for you at the moment, I hope it grows on you! I cant wait to hear your full thoughts when you’ve given everything a good go!
Milli x – https://millidavison.co.uk/
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It’s stunning – the little details. I wore both again today and I actually quite liked them! No dry patches today but I used my Estée Lauder serum underneath. Xx
These products sound lovely. I am yet to try a CT product (hangs head in shame) and I think I need to!
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OMG yes you need to try them! xx
I am going to have to try this foundation soon!
Danielle | thereluctantblogger.co.uk
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I’ve changed my mind about it – it’s pretty good. xx
Such a shame these two didn’t live up to your expectations! I guess no brand can make an all-around perfect range of products. The foundation seems alright enough though 🙂
Julia x
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I’ve changed my mind about it, it’s pretty great. Still unsure about the lippy on me, the details and packaging are stunning though. xx
too bad that these two doesn’t live up to your expectation
nevertheless, thank you for the review!
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I’ve changed my mind on the foundation, it’s actually really lovely. I did slather my skin in moisturiser and serum beforehand though. xx
I’ve never tried anything from Charlotte Tilbury but really want to try her lipsticks and this one looks beautiful!
Emilia | emjbarker.blogspot.co.uk
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Deffo try her lipsticks! They’re really good quality! Not sure about this shade on me, but I love all her other lippys. xx
I love the foundation, but that shade of lipstick wouldn’t be for me, despite the gorgeous packaging! x
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I feel the same about the lippy! Gorgeous packaging but just not the shade for me xx