Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer Review

Makeup, Face

15 Jun 2021 (Updated: 19 May 2023)

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Wow that’s a really long name for a product but I suppose at least it’s pretty clear on what it’s aiming to do!! Here’s what you need to know about the new Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer which I have here now. Enjoy!

Contents

1. What is Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer?
2. Clinically Proven Claims
3. Before & After Photos
4. Key Ingredients
- 4.1. My Review
5. When does it launch in the USA?
6. Where to buy it

I saw this product on a zoom with Charlotte a few months ago and I have been absolutely desperate to get my hands on it!!

What is Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer?

Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer

Next generation, weightless SPF 50 filter shield
Designed to deliver a flawless and poreless soft-focus finish
The beautifying, hydrating, protective filter primes the complexion
Clinically proven to improve look of skin while you wear it
Provides protection against pollution

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Clinically Proven Claims

Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer was tested on 30 people over 8 weeks:

Hydrates skin for 24 hours
198% increase in hydration after 1 hour
Fine lines and wrinkles appear reduced by 51%
Skin appears firmer by 74%
Pores appear reduced by 65%

Before & After Photos

Having looked at the claims, now is probably a good time to share my before and after photos.

Before

After

Key Ingredients

There’s quite a lot going in the formula for Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer!

PROTECT

CITYSTEMTM – a powerful urban pollution defence matrix. Developed to offer the most adapted response to skin pollution-induced concerns and it neutralises external aggressors

UV A/B FILTERS – daily sun defence SPF 50. A combination of UVA and UVB sun filters to help protect the skin against the harmful effects of the sun

SUPERCHARGE

COLLALIFT®18 – next generation anti-ageing active, extracted from the bark of the African mahogany tree. It wraps the skin like a protective shield, helping to improve cell tone, improve elasticity, smooth the look of pores, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles over time
HYALURONIC ACID – hydrates and plumps for up to 24hours
CHARLOTTE’S MAGIC 8 – magic matrix of oils & actives including BioNymph Peptide, Camellia Oil and Aloe Vera to nourish and condition the look of skin

PRIME

AIRBRUSH POLYMERS – filter effect. Smoothing, blurring polymers to reduce the appearance of fine lines and pores

The formula is fragrance free and silicone free.

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My Review

Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer

I have to say, I have been really impressed with this product. It’s easy to apply, sits beautifully under makeup and makes my skin look more even and radiant. It doesn’t feel SPF-y at all, and you can pretty much forget you’re wearing it.

How much is it and when does it launch?

Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer is available at Charlotte Tilbury* now the price is £39 for 30ml.

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What skin type is it suitable for? Does it work on oily, combination skin? Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

The product has been designed to suit all skin tones. I have combination, dehydrated skin and it sits really nicely on my complexion. I forgot I was wearing it.

It is mineral or chemical sunscreen?

The main SPF ingredients within the formula are Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Octocrylene and Titanium Dioxide.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate and Ethylhexyl Salicylate are classified as a chemical UVB-filter. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane is classified as a chemical UVA filter. Octocrylene is classified as a chemical filter and also helps to stabilise other sunscreen ingredients. Titanium Dioxide is classified as a mineral / physical sunscreen.

Therefore this formula uses a mix of chemical and physical sunscreens, with the chemical sunscreens being nearer the top of the ingredient list.

Does it have fragrance?

The formula is fragrance free and silicone free.

Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer

Can it be used as a stand alone SPF?

The formula offers up an SPF 50 mineral sunscreen and broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection, so you can use it as your only sun protection product.

What is the finish like? Does it leave your skin shiny? Does it leave a white caste?

As this is a physical sunscreen, it take a little minute to rub it in, but once that’s done, it’s completely invisible on my skin and leaves a lovely glow.

Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer
Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer
Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer

What is the texture like? How does it feel on the skin? Is it good under makeup?

It has a light creamy texture that feels hydrating and moisturising. It contains glycerin which is one of my favourite humectants. The formula sits really nicely under foundation and I actually think I can use a bit less and still get good coverage.

When to use it?

Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer should be used as the last step in your skincare. So you just need to cleanse, do your serum and moisturiser. Then apply a layer of this before makeup.

Is it good value for money?

This has come up a lot and I think it’s a tricky one. You get 30ml in the tube and the price is £39. In terms of dosing when it comes to SPF, you could get through it pretty quickly.

Having said that, good quality sunscreens are not cheap, and if you compare it to a product like the Sarah Chapman Skin Insurance which also comes in a 30ml for £68, it’s actually pretty affordable.

However, compared to the Ultra Violette range which averages at about £35 for 50ml, it is expensive!