The velvety matte finish of this foundation is truly magical. It effortlessly transforms the skin, leaving it looking flawless and airbrushed. The smooth, buttery texture glides on seamlessly, creating an even and polished complexion. This foundation is perfect for those who prefer a matte finish without sacrificing comfort or hydration. The secret behind this foundation's enchanting velvety matte finish lies in its unique formulation. It contains specialized ingredients that work together to control excess oil and minimize the appearance of pores, giving the skin a smooth and refined appearance.
It contains specialized ingredients that work together to control excess oil and minimize the appearance of pores, giving the skin a smooth and refined appearance. The lightweight formula also helps to absorb excess sebum throughout the day, ensuring that your makeup stays fresh and matte for hours on end. Apart from its transformative finish, this foundation also offers buildable coverage.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation: Swatches of ALL Shades!
On Friday, I had the honor of meeting the inimitable Charlotte Tilbury in advance of her US launch (slated for Monday 2/22) of the Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation (also available on the Charlotte Tilbury site and preliminarily reviewed HERE). During our visit, I was able to learn about what makes the Magic Foundation so unique as well as to see a demonstration of some of her latest skincare releases (the innovative Magic Rescue Night Cream is detailed later in this story). I was also able to swatch EVERY shade of the Magic Foundation, which I hope will be an exceptional resource for those ordering this fiercely anticipated formula online.
Despite her astronomical fame and respect in the beauty industry, Ms. Tilbury lacks all traces of pretention; she is immensely down to earth and possesses a contagious energy and passion for her products that makes every beauty lover feel at home in her presence!
Kindly scroll on for more details, swatches of EVERY shade and images of the foundation in action as well as the Bottom Line…
| At the end of our visit (vest by Joie). |
| Imagine my delight when I discovered that all 12 shades were on hand for swatching! |
Five years in the making, the Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation (to be available on Beautylish and Charlotte Tilbury on Monday!) is designed to be the answer to every individual’s foundation dreams. Boasting natural, medium to full coverage with a demi-matte finish that simply looks like perfected skin (rather than a mask), this creamy liquid comes in a chic frosted glass bottle with a dropper for precise control over product distribution.
Those with sensitive skin (like me) will be glad to know that it has a barely-there scent that dissapates upon contact and that–in my experience with the formula over the past couple of months–it does not cause irritation. It works well for a range of skin types, from oily and problematic to dry and aging (and everything in-between) and is designed to blur pores and fine lines upon contact without settling into crevices over the duration of wear. Safe for those prone to breakouts, rosecea and melasma, this soothing formula is infused with skincare benefits including brightening Vitamin C and SPF 15 to have you loving your skin during wear and after its removed.
For flawless results, I prefer to apply the Magic Foundation with a dampened Beauty Blender and find that a quarter-sized amount of the formula is more than enough to impart instant medium to full coverage that doesn’t look obvious or cakey. I intentionally captured the images at the end of this post in harsh outdoor sunlight to showcase how smooth, even and clean it makes the skin look. I get 7-8 hours of touch-up free wear with this foundation, ensuring that it’s a formula I would recommend for those seeking immense wear time.
All in all, the Magic Foundation is a marvelous choice for foundationphiles of all ages (this formula has an extensive target demographic) who want to create their best canvas. It clearly has more coverage than the Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder formula (reviewed HERE) and will suit a variety of skin concerns. So happy it has finally reached the United States!
The foundation comes in 12 shades:- 1 Light: Alabaster beige with slightly yellow undertones (@N/NC 10…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 1 )
- 2 Light:Alabaster beige with neutral undertones (@N/NW 10…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 2)
- 3 Light: Light beige with peachy undertones (@N/NC/NW 15…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 3)
- 3.5 Light: Light beige with yellow undertones (@N/NC 15-20…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 4)
- 4 Light: Light beige with slightly rosy undertones (@N/NW 20…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 4 or 6 )
- 4.5 Medium: Light-medium beige with golden yellow undertones (@N/NC 20-23…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 4 or 6)
- 5 Medium: Light-medium beige with peachy undertones (@N/NW 25…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 5)
- 6 Medium: Light-medium beige with neutral olive undertones (@N/NC 23-25…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 6) **My match when my skin is at its winter lightest.
- 7 Medium: Light-medium beige with warm golden undertones (@N/NC 25-27…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 6 mixed with 7) **My match now that the weather is warming up. I am wearing this shade in the images at the end of this post.
- 8 Medium: Medium beige with warm golden undertones (@N/NC 30-35…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 7)
- 9 Dark: Medium-dark beige with neutral to rosy undertones (@N/NW 30-35…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 8)
- 9.5 Dark: Rich tan beige (@N/NC/NW 35-40…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 9)
- 10 Dark: Dark tan with neutral to rosy undertones (@N/NW 40-45…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 9 mixed with 10)
- 11 Dark: Dark tan with warm golden undertones (@N/NC 45-50…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 10)
- 12 Dark: Deepest chocolate brown (@N/NC/NW 50-55+…equivalent to CT Light Wonder 10)
To complement the *Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation, I combined Medium #7 with the following products:
- I prepped my skin the night before with the newly-launched *Charlotte Tilbury Magic Night Rescue Cream. As promised by Charlotte herself, I woke up with plump, dewy, rested looking skin that was ready to face the day. From 8 key youth-boosting ingredients to a luminous gel-cream-elixir texture, the results from this luxurious formula were noticeable! More on this evening gem soon.
- After a pump of the *La Prairie Cellular Radiance Perfecting Fluide Pure Gold (reviewed HERE), I applied a bit of the new *Giorgio Armani Prima Lip & Eye Perfector along the corners of my orbital areas to brighten and smooth and dabbed a veil of the silky formula over my lips to prime them for the subsequent lip color. This brilliant formula works to lock in makeup and also combats under eye darkness while contributing to fuller lips with continued use. So far, so good!
- A touch of the LORAC Double Feature Conclealer Highlighter in Medium…I blended the concealer portion along Domed Dmy under eye region (not much sleep lately!) with my trusty *Jenny Patinkin Domed Multi Blender Brush (reviewed HERE), which I use daily.
- Tom Ford Moodlight (reviewed HERE)…I swept the darker shade along the hollows of my cheek bones with the sublimely soft *Surratt Beauty Highlight Brush for a subtle bronzing effect.
- *Hourglass Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder in Euphoric Glow (reviewed HERE) swept along the upper cheekbones and down the bridge of the nose for a soft glow.
- *Surratt Beauty Prismatique Eyes in Visual Eyes (reviewed HERE)…I opted for a soft and luminous indigo blue effect. Although this shade could be intimidating to those (like me!) who prefer an ultra-neutral eye, I love how versatile it can be. When applied with a light hand, it is on-trend and entirely wearable, even in daytime hours.
- *By Terry Terrybly Growth Booster Mascara (reviewed HERE)…
- *Edward Bess Lip Definer in Barely (reviewed HERE)…a soft pinky peach with creamy opacity, this shade makes the pefect base for neutral lip color.
- La Prairie Cellular Lip Color in Tawny…this gorgeous rosy nude has an intensely hydrating formula and pigmented, velvety cream finish. This is not a new lip color release but it’s new to me and I adore it…fast becoming a staple.
| I can wear the Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation in both shade 6 (on the lighter side) and 7 (likely my match from now through the end of summer). |
| Swatches of the Magic Foundation in Shade 6 (@NC 23-25) and Shade 7 (@NC 25-27) in direct sunlight. |
| A swatch of the La Prairie Cellular Lip Color in Tawny, a stunning, creamy “my lips but better” shade. |
| Lip trio. |
| Final lip look. |
| All about eyes. |
| Swatches of all products used in direct sunlight. |
Those craving a more medium-to-full coverage should go for this lightweight, second-skin foundation that’s incredibly buildable. It’s also water-resistant, so it lasts longer than the standard dewy skin tint.
Whether you prefer a sheer, natural look or desire more medium to full coverage, this foundation can be layered to your desired level of perfection. With just a few drops, imperfections are concealed, redness is diffused, and blemishes are blurred. The result is a flawless canvas that looks like second skin. What sets this foundation apart from others on the market is its ability to provide a velvety matte finish while still feeling comfortable on the skin. It does not cling to dry patches or settle into fine lines, ensuring a seamless and natural-looking complexion. With its hydrating and nourishing properties, this foundation also helps to improve the overall health and texture of the skin over time. In addition to its impressive performance, this foundation is available in a wide range of shades to suit every skin tone. The inclusive shade selection ensures that everyone can experience the magic of a velvety matte finish. In conclusion, the velvety matte finish of this foundation is truly magical. Its transformative formula, buildable coverage, and comfortable wear make it a standout product in the world of makeup. Whether you have oily, combination, or normal skin, this foundation is sure to leave you with a flawless, airbrushed complexion that will make you feel like a true beauty enchantress..
Reviews for "Get a radiant and velvety matte finish with this foundation"
- Emily - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with this foundation. The velvety matte finish that everyone raved about just didn't work for me. Instead of giving me a smooth and flawless complexion, it made my skin look incredibly dry and cakey. It settled into every fine line and accentuated my pores. I tried different application techniques and even moisturized beforehand, but nothing helped. I wish I could say it was magical, but unfortunately, it just didn't work for me.
- Jason - 2/5 - This foundation's supposed velvety matte finish left my skin feeling suffocated and weighed down. It felt like I was wearing a thick mask on my face all day, and I couldn't wait to wash it off. The formula also caused my skin to break out after just a few uses. I had high hopes for this product, but it ended up being a major disappointment. I'll be sticking to my usual foundation from now on.
- Sarah - 3/5 - While I didn't hate this foundation, I also didn't find the promised velvety matte finish to be as magical as others claim. It did provide decent coverage, but it started to look patchy and uneven after a few hours. Additionally, it accentuated any dry patches on my skin, making them even more noticeable. I had to constantly touch up throughout the day, which is not what I expect from a high-end foundation. It's not terrible, but there are definitely better options out there.