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Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation Review

Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation Review
Overall rating from 571 reviews so far:
4.5/5
Would use it again?
4.5/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.6/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.5/5

Won't change color, smudge or come off on clothes. Feels lightweight and comfortable. Now the flawless look you see in the morning is the look you keep all day. Oil-free. Fragrance-free.
 

BENEFITS:
LONG-WEAR: 24 hours. Medium coverage. Our #1 makeup.
COVERAGE: Medium, buildable
FINISH: Natural, semi-matte
FORMULA FACTS: Oil-free dermatologist-tested

Website www.esteelauder.co.nz

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Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation Review

Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation Review

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
2nd April, 2016
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My go to foundation!

Was lucky to get given this from a friend who bought from Estée Lauder counter and cosmetic girls recommended the wrong shade but lucky for me, pebble is the perfect shade yay! I love this, has max coverage but doesn't feel heavy unlike others (revlon colorstay), but for everyday makeup I mix with my norm moisturiser and apply instead, gives perfect even looking skin.. Price point for me is the only issue, but hey it is worth it!

Tips: Mix with moisturiser or sun screen for a perfect sheer look.. And a beauty blender for a streak free finish :)

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
13th April, 2016
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Felt like face was slathered in plaster of paris

I wanted to get a foundation that had great coverage and lasted longer than the trip to work. I was also given a bit of birthday cash so went into Farmers not caring of the cost, just wanting a decent foundation. The Farmers beauty consultant recommended the Estee Lauder Doublewear. She colour matched me and I bought it and went home to try.

The first thing I noticed was the great coverage. It really did make my skin look smooth. However I realised due to my makeup style that its more of an evening makeup for me. Which is fine. I guess I can handle my makeup melting off my face at work but feeling great about my makeup when I am out in the evenings/weekends.

But... after applying the foundation, my skin felt very tight. Like I was doing a facemask that pulls on your skin when drying. Its a rather weird sensation so I ended up washing it off. As I have young kids and minimal social life at the moment, I havent had the opportunity to take it for a test drive in the evenings yet. I am hoping that when I next apply it, that I forget/or get used to that feeling of my skin shrinking..... I'll have to as i have invested now!

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
20th May, 2016
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Double wear

I love this foundation so much. After trying a tester for a few days i went back and brought a whole bottle. I also convinced my friend to buy to as well.

Tips: Use a hydrating primer and best applied with a brush.

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
20th May, 2016
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Great but too dark

Ah the woes of being pale as a ghost! One of my constant troubles is there are about 2 foundations that suit my skintone and they happen to be asian bb creams that are extremely expensive here. When I saw Estee Lauder run the free 1 week sample promotion for this I thought I'd try my luck. So I went instore and a lovely lady matched my up with the lightest shade. I think it must've been the slightly yellow lighting instore but when I got home and looked at myself I saw a really yellow patch on my otherwise slightly rose but otherwise white face. I was however really impressed with the staying power, this really does live up to its name for longitivity. I have tried having a full face of this a couple times and it doesn't look too bad, as long as I blend down to my neck. Really wished they made a lighter shade because then I'd definitely go buy this!

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Lisa-
11th June, 2016

I wish they made a lighter shade! I use this when I have fake tan on and it's my absolute fave foundation, but the lightest shade is still too dark for my natural skin tone. :(

Charmmy-Kitty
8th June, 2016

Yes! The lights around the station were so yellow! It wasnt a very 'clear' light at all. But that might just be their ploy to make it look better

Sasaras
7th June, 2016

I agree, my first test pot was much darker once I saw myself in regular light. I went back and brought along my regular foundation and was told it was too light for me (it's not), so I blame the yellow lighting in store! I blend two shades.

Overall rating:
4.0/5
27th May, 2016
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Super long wearing and bullet proof!

This foundation is great if you want something that is going to stay in place all day and not move! They also have a great colour range. Amazing for oily skin and normal skin, but I don't think I would recommend it for people with dry skin, unless you use a moisturising primer first because it is prone to cling onto and emphasising dry patches.

It is a little expensive in NZ, but I think it is worth it - I personally use it only for special occasions because I don't want such full coverage for everyday wear, so one bottle will last me awhile.

Tips: Exfoliate and use a moisturising primer first!

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
7th June, 2016
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No wonder it's a fav?! Fantastic coverage!

I've heard the hype, and finally got round (well emptied my current foundation) to try this foundation. I highly recommend getting a test pot from a beauty counter, as I needed to blend two colours to get the right shade.

This foundation is silky smooth with a liquid almost water like touch. It's super easy to blend and apply and has fantastic coverage. Aside from under eye make-up, I use the foundation as concealer! I dot it on any blemishes or marks after I apply to my face (I'm over 30 and still get pimples, argh!) and a light dusting of powder to set it. I have oily skin, so powder is a must in my make-up ritual, but on days around the house, I can forgo it and still get great wear all day long.

My favourite part is how light weight the product the is, it feels like I'm wearing nothing at all. And for days I want just a light touch of coverage, I mix it with my moisturiser and get a dewy application. I love how versatile it is and yet it still gives a flawless application and blends easily. It also doesn't settle in any of my fine lines - I have some fine lines on my forehead and between my eyes, and this product doesn't accentuate these pesky lines.

I also think the price is great value. Compared to my other high end foundation, this product is cheaper, last longer, is lighter to touch and easier to apply. Definitely my go to foundation!

Tips: Get a test pot, gives about two week's worth of product - great value and you can ensure you have the right shade for your skin tone.

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
26th July, 2016
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Love it. Hate it

Love it - really great staying power, stays put until I wash it off at night. Nice finish on the skin compared to other brands I've tried. Hate it - no pump, I never get the same amount and waste product dripping down the bottle. It is hard to apply, currently I use a stippling brush, then pat over with a damp beauty blender, which is really to much work in the morning. It also sinks into my pores. But for the saying power and ability to keep the shine (mostly) under control would repurchase.

Tips: It took four "consultations" at different counters to find a match. Don't settle on the colour if you are not happy with it.

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
27th July, 2016
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Best coverage

I love this foundation, it's become my every day go to liquid foundation. I work 11 hour shifts and this is the only foundation I have tried that stays on throughout the day with the least issues. The colour matching is pretty easy, I find they have a good range of colours. The only issue I have with it is when I try to put a light under eye concealer on top of it (or any other liquid/cream product on top) it goes patchy and leaves me with foundation was spots.

Tips: Try to use any other liquid/cream products underneath the foundation. Head into farmers for a colour match but ask for a sample of maybe 2 colours so you can go away and see what they're like under natural lighting.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
27th August, 2016
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Estée Lauder - yes please

Estée Lauder double wear- most makeup fans have heard of this iconic foundation. It's got a great reputation - because it's super good!. I had a break from using this and tried quite a few different foundations. Im glad to be reunited with my absolute favourite and now wondered why I ever went somewhere else!

It has everything I need for in a foundation, great coverage and just lasts all day. Who can be bothered reapplying foundation during the day? With this it just looks great even at the end of the day.

The brand itself is so luxurious, I'm a huge fan of most of the doublewear range. This foundation is in a glass bottle with a gold lid- classic and beautiful.

For application I ensure I only use a small amount and buff it into my face. By using a small amount my skin looks flawless but not too overdone.

It's such a great foundation and I totally recommend it if you love full coverage foundations.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
31st August, 2016
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Stays forever

I love this foundation!! It stays forever, and maintains such a gorgeous finish. I have oily skin and always struggle to keep foundations looking good for more than 5 hours, especially at work or on warmer days (is that normal?), but doublewear is fantastic. I never spend within this amount for make up, but no matter what, will always splash out for this foundation. The tones are perfect. I love how it covers my redness and masks my acne, as you can layer it up for a stronger 'night look' if need be. I'm super fussy and have tried everything, and LOVE doublewear. I wouldn't recommend anything else.

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