Pillow Talk vs Supermodel: Which Charlotte Tilbury Shade Deserves To Be In Your Makeup Bag? My Honest Experience

I finally got my hands on both Charlotte Tilbury shades, ‘Pillow Talk’ and ‘Supermodel’, and here’s my honest, tried-and-tested experience with them.
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There’s something almost therapeutic about buying a new lipstick shade. When I heard that Alia Bhatt’s go-to choice was Charlotte Tilbury’s Pillow Talk, so much so that she wore it on her wedding day, I had to see what the fuss was about. While I was at it, I also picked up another shade from the same brand called Supermodel, which looked equally promising.

For some background, I have a normal, fair skin tone with neutral undertones, and as someone with Indian skin, I’m always curious about how popular international shades wear on brown complexions. After trying both, here’s my honest experience comparing the two, which might help you decide which one deserves a spot in your makeup collection.

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk vs Supermodel: Which One Should You Go For?

After trying both lipstick shades for a few months, I’ve got some honest thoughts. Pillow Talk is described as a cool-toned pink that’s especially popular among fair skin tones. It has a soft satin finish and is meant to make your lips look fuller with a nice creamy texture. I’ll admit, the formula is lovely. It’s lightweight, keeps my lips hydrated, and feels comfortable throughout the day.

But as much as I wanted to love it, the shade itself doesn’t quite work for my skin tone. It comes off too light and muted, and ends up looking a bit washed out on me. While it’s a favourite in the nude lipstick category, I found it hard to wear without layering or tweaking it with a lip liner.

Supermodel, though, is a different story. This one’s a warm-toned, medium-brown shade with just the right hint of rosiness. It adds more definition to my lips and feels a lot more flattering on Indian skin tones. There’s something about the depth of this shade that gives it a more polished look—without trying too hard. It’s great for everyday wear, but can just as easily work for a night out. The finish is the same creamy satin, but the colour payoff makes it feel more put-together.

In the end, while both shades have their strengths, Supermodel is the one I reach for more often. It suits my skin tone better and gives me that confident, “this works” feeling every time I wear it.

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Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk vs Supermodel: Price And Where To Buy

Charlotte Tilbury’s Matte Revolution lipstick in Pillow Talk is priced at Rs 3,350, while Supermodel comes with a slightly higher price tag of Rs 3,650. You can buy both shades from Nykaa website.

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk vs Supermodel: HZ Rating

I will give Pillow Talk a solid 4 out of 5 for its formula and finish, but it loses a point for not quite suiting my skin tone. Supermodel, on the other hand, gets a full 5 out of 5 as it checks all the boxes in terms of shade, wearability, and how well it complements Indian skin tones.

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Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk vs Supermodel: Pros And Cons

Pillow Talk

Pros:

  • Lightweight, creamy texture
  • Hydrating and comfortable for long-wear
  • Gives a soft, satin-matte finish
  • Works well on fairer skin tones
  • Subtle, everyday nude-pink look

Cons:

  • Appears too pale on medium to deeper skin tones
  • Needs a lip liner or layering for more definition
  • Not the most versatile nude for Indian complexions

Supermodel

Pros:

  • Flattering medium brown with warm, rosy undertones
  • Great for Indian and medium to deep skin tones
  • Same creamy, non-drying formula as Pillow Talk
  • Richer pigment gives a better definition

Cons:

  • Slightly more expensive
  • May feel bold for those who prefer lighter nudes

Final Verdict

Both Pillow Talk and Supermodel have that signature Charlotte Tilbury charm, comfortable wear, a smooth satin-matte finish, and luxe packaging. But when it comes down to choosing between the two, Supermodel feels like the more wearable option for Indian skin tones.

It adds just the right amount of colour without being overpowering and suits a wider range of occasions. Pillow Talk may still work beautifully for those with lighter complexions or for a very subtle nude look, but if you're after a shade that instantly elevates your look and feels made for deeper tones, Supermodel is the one to go for.

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Credits: Charlotte Tilbury

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