Charlotte Tilbury ‘blurring’ foundation ideal for mature skin is £35

Mature beauty enthusiasts seeking the perfect foundation for their ageing complexion can end their search now. This follows makeup entrepreneur Charlotte Tilbury’s recent revelation that her Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Hydrating Foundation Stick represents the ultimate answer for mature, ageing skin.

Speaking to The Independent, she elaborated: “As we age, our skin begins to show signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and dehydration, which can change how makeup looks and applies. I have seen so many people with mature skin shy away from foundation as they worry it will make them look older. I wanted something that worked for those with mature skin who want that lifting, smoothing, blurring effect.”

The Unreal Skin foundation stick boasts a ‘sheer-to-light, buildable’ formulation that’s crafted to appear natural. Perfect for creating a luminous glow from within, it features hyaluronic acid and daikon radish seed oil to both fortify the skin barrier and enhance the appearance of skin’s suppleness and firmness.

This effectiveness stems from the formula’s ‘Collageneer’ alongside moisturising and illuminating vitamins C and E. Ideal for those who dislike heavy-looking foundation, the product seeks to refine and ‘blur’ the complexion with its combination of nourishing components.

Additionally, it’s available in 20 different tones. As someone who has utilised this particular foundation previously – and has purchased it repeatedly – I can verify the results are magnificent. I’ve had friends enquiring about my skincare regimen, and my secret is the Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Hydrating Foundation Stick.

Priced at £35, the product is somewhat expensive, but it genuinely delivers and feels more lightweight on the skin than the brand’s Airbrush Flawless Foundation, £39 – though this provides superior heavy coverage. Whilst I have applied this Unreal Skin Foundation at every chance since its launch in 2025, there are several alternative products that do rival its finish, coverage and radiance.

DCYPHER Beauty’s My Custom Foundation is another personal favourite. It is beautifully lightweight and the shade I utilise complements my skin tone flawlessly – see a comprehensive review here. At £39, it employs skin-matching technology to develop a bespoke shade that’s exclusive to each user.

One beauty enthusiast aged between 55 and 64 penned a stellar review on the brand’s website, stating: “This is a long lasting foundation and matches perfectly to my skin tone. It goes on smoothly and blends away any imperfections.”

Meanwhile, KIKO Milano’s Full Coverage 2-in-1 Foundation and Concealer (£16.79, LookFantastic) has equally impressed with its formulation. It not only provides substantial coverage, but also delivers a matte satin finish that appears remarkably natural. Customers have praised how it’s particularly suitable for mature skin, especially when blended with a touch of moisturiser.

That said, Charlotte’s Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Hydrating Foundation Stick has garnered considerable acclaim from older beauty enthusiasts, with one delighted customer saying: “I absolutely love this product. I constantly get comments about how glowy my skin looks. It’s light reflection is perfect on more mature skin.

“Super easy to apply with a brush, always even and blends into the skin rather than sitting on top. It feels decadent and soothing and radiates a healthy skin looks. I’m 48 and won’t be using another brand on my skin anymore as I’ve found my dream product!”

Another commented: “Wow! So easy to get some sunshine on your face in an easy way. It’s so nice to skin (mature) no lines, soft and creamy. Blends very well with the skin.”

Whilst numerous users found it an excellent formulation, some weren’t quite as convinced, with one reviewer observing: “I was disappointed with this product. I felt it should be classified as a tinted moisturiser rather than a foundation, the coverage is very light, and it’s so shiny it’s just not flattering.”

For those who do discover it a touch too radiant, applying a hint of powder on top should assist, without diminishing the lit-from-within appearance.