Renowned makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury, known for her work with major fashion brands, has marked a decade since the launch of her iconic Magic Cream with the introduction of the Magic Water Cream. Tilbury, who has expanded her career from runway shows to creating her makeup brand in 2013, emphasizes the importance of skincare in achieving a flawless makeup look.
In an exclusive interview, Charlotte Tilbury shares her perspective on the significance of skincare, stating that it serves as the canvas for any beautiful makeup. She delves into her commitment to making skincare and makeup accessible and easy to understand. The new Magic Water Cream, a lighter counterpart to the cult classic Magic Cream, is introduced to provide immediate skin revival with long-term, clinically proven results.
Addressing Dehydration and Prepping the Skin: Charlotte Tilbury’s Expert Insights
Charlotte Tilbury acknowledges the prevalent issue of dehydrated skin, particularly in a world where factors like blue screens, air conditioning, travel, and insufficient sleep contribute to what she calls “generation dehydration.” She highlights the importance of addressing dehydration during skin prep for makeup application, advocating the use of her Magic Water Cream for a glossy, glass-like water sheen.
Drawing on her extensive experience working with diverse skin types, Tilbury emphasizes the need for a good skincare routine to enhance the skin’s natural beauty. She recommends her Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer with SPF 50 PA++++ as an essential step in makeup preparation.
Distinguishing Between Dry and Dehydrated Skin: Charlotte Tilbury’s Skincare Tips
In the interview, Charlotte Tilbury clarifies the difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin, offering insights into her skincare recommendations. Dry skin, characterized by sensitivity, inflammation, and tightness, benefits from the Magic Cream. For dehydrated skin, Tilbury suggests the Magic Serum Crystal Elixir, enriched with polyglutamic acid, complemented by the Magic Water Cream for 100 hours of hydration.
To achieve the iconic Charlotte Tilbury glow, she encourages using the Magic Water Cream under the Hollywood Flawless Filter, creating what she terms “mermaid-core glowing skin.”
Innovation Behind Magic Water Cream: Waterlocking Fusion Technology
The Magic Water Cream features Waterlocking Fusion Technology, a trademarked innovation by Charlotte Tilbury. This technology aims to lock in 100 hours of hydration in a single application, providing immediate and long-term benefits. The formula is designed to train the skin to retain more moisture, resulting in reduced pore size, even skin tone, and improved texture.
Looking Ahead: Charlotte Tilbury’s Continuous Innovation in Skincare
In response to inquiries about future skincare releases, Charlotte Tilbury expresses her commitment to continuous innovation, hinting at more magical products to come. She emphasizes her role as a trendsetter and promises more magic on the horizon.
Niacinamide in Focus: The Benefits and Demand in Beauty
Jonathan Reynolds, the Director of Scientific Development at Charlotte Tilbury, sheds light on the popularity of niacinamide in the beauty industry. Highlighting its benefits, Reynolds explains that niacinamide increases skin resilience, improves the skin barrier function, evens skin tone, and reduces the appearance of wrinkles and redness. The ingredient also balances sebum production and minimizes pores, making it sought after by consumers.
Silicone-Free Formula: Overcoming Challenges for a Seamless Skincare Experience
Reynolds delves into the thought process behind choosing a silicone-free formula for the Magic Water Cream. He points out the common issue of products balling up or pilling on the skin due to incompatible silicones. The challenge was to create a formula that eliminates this frustration, ensuring compatibility with other products while providing a perfect makeup base.
Biopeptide Complex: Enhancing Anti-Aging Effects
The Magic Water Cream incorporates a Biopeptide Complex, featuring a revolutionary peptide blend called Replexium and a natural peptide blend derived from upcycled cranberry fruit. Reynolds explains that these peptides work together to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, firm the skin, and offer multifunctional benefits such as improving the skin barrier function and enhancing radiance.
Charlotte Tilbury and Jonathan Reynolds conclude the interview by emphasizing the innovation, effectiveness, and the magical touch infused into the Magic Water Cream, catering to the evolving needs of beauty enthusiasts.
