Every makeup artist I know swears by it. Every celebrity is photographed with it.
The real test? My dry, skeptical face at 7 AM.
It’s a £100 moisturizer from Charlotte Tilbury. The claim? Instant glow, perfect makeup base. I had to see.
Hyalu-Magic™ Blend
Claims to hold 1000x its weight in water.
Vitamins C & E
For that “lit-from-within” glow.
Camellia Oil
To lock it all in.
Photo: hannah grace / Unsplash
It’s a cocktail of hydrators and oils. The hero is the hyaluronic acid complex — it’s the plumping workhorse. But the fragrance is strong — a press release would call it a “luxurious scent,” I call it potent.
- Hyaluronic Acid Complex: For serious plumping
- Camellia Oil: A lightweight occlusive
- Vitamin C: Brightening, but not a dedicated serum
- Fragrance: Noticeable, potentially irritating for some
Photo: Laura Chouette / Unsplash
The texture is thick — like whipped meringue. It feels rich, not greasy. Absorbs in about 90 seconds, leaving a dewy, slightly tacky film.
By week two, my makeup was definitely smoother. The surprise? That tacky film is the secret — it grips foundation like nothing else.
My skin was softer. Makeup application was flawless — no pilling, no dry patches. Did it transform my skin? No. It perfected my canvas.
It’s a phenomenal, overpriced makeup primer. The hype is for the instant glow, not long-term skin health.