The Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation has been on the beauty community’s radar for years now, but I have only recently tried it out for myself. After reading some reviews, I decided to give it a go on my oily/combination skin to see if it was actually worth the hype it was getting.
To begin this review, I spotted a major flaw as soon as I opened the bottle…there is no pump! For a £30+ foundation, you’d assume there would be a pump, but not with this one, you’re expected to fork out an additonal £5.50 for the pleasure, this is just daylight robbery! With that being said, I just don’t think it is worth the extra expense, so I will make do without, although it makes it a little difficult to control the amount of product you need.
The foundation itself has a liquidy consistancy, but is neither thin nor thick, it’s the perfect texture. Most brands are lacking in their shade range department, but Estee Lauder has everyone covered. With over 60 shades, I’d expect that the majority of skin tones would be able to find their match. I have quite a fair complexion, so my perfect shade is 1N2.
After experimenting with the application of the foundation, I personally find using a damp sponge works the best. It disperses the product evenly and prevents the foundation from appearing cakey on drier parts of the skin. The Double Wear Foundation is easily buildable, from a light layer to full coverage and it hides a multitude of sins, including discolouration and blemishes. It contains SPF 10, so I would recommend adding a seperate SPF before applying this foundation.
I have oily/combination skin, so finding a foundation which not only prevents my skins natural oils from peaking through, but also doesn’t cling to dry patches of skin can be rather difficult. However, this foundation works wonders on my skin. Paired with a loose powder, I’ve recently been using the Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder, my skin looks flawless for hours at a time without needing to do regular powder top ups. It has a matte finish but doesn’t look cakey if applied with a damp sponge, my recommendation is the Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge.
I am completely honest in all of my reviews and if I had any concerns with a product I would voice them, I don’t want you to go wasting your hard earned cash on something useless. However, this foundation is pretty much perfect, the only negative being that it doesn’t come with a pump. The product itself is perfect for my oily skin, it is full coverage and lasts all day. It claims to have 24hr wear, but this is something I won’t be testing out for obvious reasons!
What is your favourite foundation? Have you tried the Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation and does it work well for you? Let me know!
Until Another Day x
I can’t believe for the price it doesn’t come with a pump! My favourite foundation is bare minerals powered but that’s because its the first foundation I’ve found that works with my skin and doesn’t go patchy. Great post!
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I know, it’s such a letdown but the foundation itself is brilliant! I have actually never tried a Bare Minerals product before, I will have to check this one out!
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I’ve seen this foundation everywhere! It’s so good to hear that it lives up to the hype. You would expect a pump for the cost though. I really, really want to try this foundation one day!
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I was disappointed that there wasn’t a pump, but the foundation is so good that I can look past that! x
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I love this foundation soooo much that i dedicated a whole post to it too! I’m acne prone and this doesn’t break me out at all, gives me enough natural coverage that i feel more confident without ever looking cakey!
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I love it too, it’s such a great foundation. Although on the pricier side, it’s really worth the money in my opinion x
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100% agree.
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I’ve always heard such amazing things about this foundation and so many people have recommended it to me because of my oil skin but I’m so afraid of committing to it because of the price and also because I might get the wrong shade! But I will definitely have to try it at some point x
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I’d recommend calling into a makeup counter and asking them to shade match you. Most makeup counters offer a sample pot, if you ask, so you can try it out before purchasing! x
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This is a great review. I’ve been looking at this foundation for a little while now but didn’t realise it didn’t come with a pump.
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I couldn’t believe that it didn’t come with a pump, but I can kind of look past it because the foundation is amazing!
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It’s such a great foundation, I’m so glad I got to try it!
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My sister uses this foundation but I have found it just isn’t for me! A great review! Thank you for sharing!
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I’m sorry this foundation didn’t work for you!x
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It’s good to know they don’t test on animals! I didn’t know this tip about shaking the bottle, thank you it’s really helpful x
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Great review. I’ve wanted to try this foundation for a while.
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Thank you
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Wow, there’s no pump?? No matter how good the product is, that’s a huge drawback. That’s unfortunate cause it really sounds like a good foundation! I also have oily skin and it’s difficult finding a foundation that’s lightweight and doesn’t clog my pores even more
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It is a massive shame, but I find I manage okay without a pump. I definitely wouldn’t let that put anyone off, because the foundation is brilliant x
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This is my go to foundation!!! I have tried so many different brands and this one always looks so natural!
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I love how buildable the coverage is! It’s such a great foundation x
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I’ve used this foundation before and completely agree with your review. Honestly though no pump? Come on, that’s it’s only fault! I don’t use it anymore however as Estée Lauder aren’t cruelty free.. shame as I do like their products. Great review, love your honesty
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It’s such a shame that there isn’t a pump! I didn’t realise they were not cruelty free, I spoke to another blogger yesterday and they said it’s just in China that they aren’t! I hope that’s true x
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Loved reading this post! I’m a big foundation person so this review was great to read! I just wish that it had a pump! Ahhh
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£5.50 for a pump when it should come with one anyway is so annoying! But the foundation is fab!! X
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Thanks for sharing your review, I don’t really use foundation now as I don’t wear make up much, I would say my favourite is Bourjois Healthy Mix, but I’m hoping to find one that is cruelty free when I have finished it 🙂
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I remember when the Bourjois foundation was talked about so much, but it’s one that I have never tried before! X
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I’m always on the lookout for a good foundation. I use Jane Iredale powder but sometimes it’s nice to have a liquid. Thanks for the review.
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I’ve never heard of that one before or tried a powder foundation! Thanks for reading x
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This is a great review! I tried this foundation a few years ago but at the time I had acne-prone, dry skin so it just wasn’t great for me… I reckon it might work a bit better for me now though so maybe it’s worth me picking it up again x
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Maybe you should pick up a sample pot from a makeup counter first. At least then you can try it out without spending £££ x
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Great review! Thank you for sharing! I have wanted this foundation for a while because so many people have recommended it!
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It’s such a great foundation!
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This sounds like a great foundation if you have oily/combination skin! I love that it’s buildable so you can adjust how much you apply depending on if you want light or full coverage 🙂 x
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It’s perfect for my skin and lasts all day. I can’t recommend it enough for this with my skin type! x
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I have oily skin and rarely bother with foundation (Bare Minerals powder if I have to) because it slide off by mid-morning. I keep hearing such good things about Double Wear. The price does put me off, if I’m honest, especially if you have to fork out for a pump on top, but maybe it’s time to bite the bullet! Great review, thank you for your honesty 🙂 Lisa
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It lasts such a long time on my skin and is great if you’re looking for a little extra coverage. I’d recommend picking up a sample pot from a beauty counter before forking out on the foundation, at least you can try before you buy!
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I’m honestly surprised that there’s no pump included. I feel like that should be a given, no? Outside of that oversight, it sounds like it’s a great product. I have been on the search for a foundation that I like, so I might have to give this one a try.
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I know right, it’s so frustrating that there isn’t a pump. Especially because it’s expensive anyway! It’s a great foundation I love how flawless my skin looks, you should definitely check it out x
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