I have recently been reaching for the more higher-end products instead of using the same ol' drugstore makeup. One foundation I've been meaning to try for ages is the Estee Lauder Double Wear which I got colour matched to as 2C2/pale almond. Firstly, this is the first ever foundation I've used without a pump - it's just so much easier with one isn't it! You probably could buy pumps separately but I'm not 100% sure on that. The frosted glass bottle is a very simple, yet luxurious design and it's definitely not lightweight.
The product itself is very runny so you have to give it a good shake before pouring it onto your brush/beauty blender. Considering that it's such a runny consistency, it really does give that full coverage. It's so easy to blend and a little really does go a long way! I find that you have to be fairly quick to apply it as it dries quite quick, however I use my beauty blender instead of a brush for better application.
As I have combination skin, my oily forehead and nose still tends to shine through the foundation half way throughout the day and because of that, it transfers a little but it's nothing horrendous. Nearer to the end of my day, I find that it fades a lot from the blemishes and dark under eye circles which I find a little annoying.
So, I would only wear this foundation on a day to day basis. If I was going to an event or on a night out, I would stick with the Nars' weightless & luminous foundation.
Have you tried double wear? What's it like with your skin type?
This foundation is goals. I have only ever tried it once or twice but every time it has really impressed me. It is timeless, classic and a little goes a long way. However some people that I know really can't get on with it! Lovely review, can't beat high end beauty!
ReplyDeleteRosie
I definitely need to try more high-end foundations after using this! x
DeleteI do like this foundation. The coverage is great but like you said it is so much better with a pump. It should be included really! I waste so much product pouring it out of the bottle x
ReplyDeleteLauren | By Lauren May
Yes 100% and I'm sure many other people have said it too! I'm surprised the brand hasn't actually listened x
DeleteLoved reading your review! I have dry skin so I think I may have to give this one a try :) Shame about not having a pump though! xx
ReplyDeleteKate | http://www.katelovesx.co.uk/
Aw yeah, definitely give it a go! x
DeleteI've not worn this in ages! Love it though x
ReplyDeleteI can't believe I hadn't tried it sooner! x
DeleteDouble wear used to be my holy grail foundation, especially for a night out! I have super oily skin and it kept it intact all night long! x
ReplyDeleteGemma Louise
I prefer Nars luminous foundation for a night out as I think it stays in place longer x
DeleteI'm not a massive foundation wearer so tend to stick to the ones I know haha, this seems like a holy grail of many peoples though!
ReplyDeleteSo many people seem to have used it! Can't believe I didn't try it sooner x
DeleteI have combination skin too and I really want to try this x
ReplyDeleteJoyce | www.joycelauofficial.com
You really should give it a go :) x
DeleteI don't know why but I just wasn't a fan of this foundation! x
ReplyDeleteI have heard a few people say that they haven't got on with this foundation. I guess it's just a love hate product x
DeleteI have only heard amazing things about this foundation, but I do prefer a lighter coverage. I love the Nude fresh wear though.
ReplyDeleteAh that's fair enough! x
DeleteSo many people love this don't they. In truth, I have only ever had a sample and I am dubious on the colour match I had so I could do with going back. I would like a fuller coverage foundation as an alternative for days when I feel that I need it, most of my bases are medium to sheer. That being said, I have my eye on the new Charlotte Tilbury foundation coming at the end of the month.
ReplyDeleteAmy x
The July Rose
Ooh yes Charlotte Tilbury is a good shout! x
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