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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:
3.7/5
5th July, 2014
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very nice

I upgraded to this from Revlon colourstay. It wore nicely and stayed fairly well (not quite as good as colourstay) it matched my skin better but didn't last very long at all! like less than 3 months where as colourstay 4 or 5 and it was twice the price of colourstay. nice foundy but bit price to replace so often :)

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
7th July, 2014
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Working through

I took advantage of the free trial and am working my way through it. Maybe I have a light hand with foundation, maybe I got a generous sample but it seems to be lasting really well. The colour match is really good. I have played with applying it with both a brush and a sponge and I like both but prefer the finish I get on my skin with a sponge. The foundation blends really well and gives good coverage. I am very oily and I am not sure if it lasts as well as revlon colourstay I am starting to get a bit shiny by the end of the day. Overall I like this and will continue to use. It stays put and looks good.

Tips: Be careful if you are touching up with powder it can look a bit cakey towards the end of the day.

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
11th July, 2014
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Double Trouble!

After hearing so many things about Estée Lauder's Double Wear foundation when their 10-day sample promotion came about I decided to give it a go.

I have oily, acne-probe skin and work long days so a foundation that provides flawless coverage, combats shine and is long-lasting is something I have been desperately seeking. I was colour-matched to Desert Beige which suited my NW20 skin perfectly now that it's winter.

The formula was pretty thick which I do like in a foundation. I applied it after using primer with a flat-top foundation brush which I used to stipple the foundation. I found this method used less product than a sponge but still created an even, medium coverage. It was really easy to build up full coverage to create a flawless finish. The foundation did set really quickly so it definately pays to work quick! Finally I set the foundation with powder and used my ELF finishing spray.

15 hours later my foundation still looked flawless! I was incredibly impressed by how much it lived up to its long-lasting claims. My makeup really did look the same as applied without any need to reapply. I really thought I was onto my new favourite product as with such an amazing result I felt it was worth the $.

Low and behold, the next day my skin had a massive breakout! With this foundation being the only change, I hoped maybe it was just a new product reaction. Because I loved the finish so much I decided to persist with using the foundation hoping my skin would relax. Unfortunately my skin continued to react each and every time I used it with a new breakout :( Completely heartbroken.

Because of the reaction I had I won't be using Double Wear again and wouldn't recommend to acne-prone ladies, but to anyone with more normal skin give it a go as the result really is great.

Tips: This may be best to avoid if you have acne-prone or sensitive skin.

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
14th July, 2014
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Excellent long lasting foundation

This foundation gives a comprehensive, matte finish and lasts all day.

Before using this product I recommend getting a colour test to ensure you have the right colour for your skin tone. I have pale, sensitive skin and it has taken a bit of work to get the colour right. Thankfully the makeup counters sent me home with a few test pots!

The product goes on quite thick and isn't very moisturising, so applying a good moisturiser underneath is essential for drier skin like mine.

Finishing with a powder helps the look last longer.

The product comes in a glass bottle and has quite a wide opening. I prefer to put a little on the back of my hand and apply gradually as the foundation is quite thick. Best applied with a sponge/brush then touched up with fingers.

This product really is good bang for your buck - I wear makeup most days and a bottle can last at least six months. I also recommend getting the double wear concealer to complement this purchase.

Tips: Get the right colour before buying, apply gradually and use a moisturiser and powder.

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
16th July, 2014
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Double Wear Foundation

For a long time now, I have relied heavily on this foundation for long wear and good coverage. While I'm a bit disappointed with their change in formula (the old double wear was way better), I still use this one (in toasty toffee). The foundation stays on pretty well, if applied properly. This usually means starting with a good skin care routine, allowing the moisturiser to settle, before quickly and evenly applying the foundation and blending it well. It provides some SPF, 15 I think, which is good for day to day use. I think this product is particularly awesome for travelling long haul. Even though it might be drying as heck, it stays on throughout the flight, and all you need to do once you hope off the plane, is to have a glass of water, apply some clear eyes, a touch of blusher or bronzer and voila! its like you've just applied your make up. Really good planning ahead, just in case you fall asleep and DON'T want your foundation to move/ rub off. Speaking of which, you might need an oil based make up remover to get this off. Otherwise, its a double cleansing routine with a strong foam. Highly recommend this product for those of you who like your foundation to stay on!

Tips: Give your skin a break every once in a while, and use a lighter/ more breathable foundation, as Double Wear can block your skin up with daily use. Include an exfoliator in your regular routine too in order to maintain a healthy skin.

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
25th September, 2014
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Estee Lauder Doublewear Foundation

This foundation is really good, its consistency is quite thick and it provides really good coverage. It lasts all day long which is great. I found that it made my skin very dry and also broke my skin out which unfortunately put me off using this foundation. It also requires a lot of make up remover to get this foundation off as well.

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
23rd April, 2015
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good foundation

I loved using this foundation as it does stay in place all day however the colours just weren't quite right for my skin so I have since switched to another brand but now I have the problem of it not staying put all the like the doublewear does

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3.7/5
23rd June, 2015
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Doublewear is pretty meh

This foundation was great for covering my face, theres one positive. Even the lightest layer of this foundation looked cakey on my face and even though it did what it said, I didn't like the caked, matte finish

Tips: Add a BB cream to it to dull it down a bit and to make it a bit more dewey

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3.7/5
29th July, 2015
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Double Wear

Although this foundation does what it says it will, it has a very full on coverage that does cover almost everyones flaws. I find it very thick and drying on the skin. I have tried many ways to apply it, however it always just seems to look like a thick mess on my face, although i do LOVE the coverage i definitely would not recommend for a day to day foundation.

Tips: I find applying with a wet beauty blender, or fix plus sprayed buffing brush works best to minimise the thick look.

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
11th March, 2016
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Think thick full coverage

Disclaimer - I used this foundation about 2 years ago so I don't know if it is still the same. However I didn't go back to it because it was just a bit too much for my skin - as in it has fantastic coverage but it really looked like you were wearing foundation, so when I slapped this on I always had to make my eyes and lips pop to balance it out, so it's no good for a quick skin pick-me-up. But as it promised, it does have amazing staying power and a flawless finish. I continue to seek for the holy grail of foundation that makes your skin look amazing without it looking like you are wearing foundation!!

Tips: Best for a night on the town.

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