Estee Lauder Double Wear Nude Water Fresh Makeup Foundation SPF 30 - Dawn - 30 ml

This is quite a thick formula. It blends well but it is very full coverage – easily one of the best full coverage foundations you could hope to get your hands on. Things like blemishes, redness or uneven skin tone are all easily concealed. However, I don’t think I’d necessarily describe this as buildable; you get such full coverage from the first application that you’re unlikely to need more. It also dries down quite quickly, so can go a little cakey if you apply much more after your first go. The formula also includes SPF 10, which adds very little in my opinion. Not only is this a very low rating, but the expert consensus regarding SPF in makeup – not just for this foundation but across the board – is that we are unlikely to apply anywhere near enough to achieve ... MoreThis is quite a thick formula. It blends well but it is very full coverage – easily one of the best full coverage foundations you could hope to get your hands on. Things like blemishes, redness or uneven skin tone are all easily concealed. However, I don’t think I’d necessarily describe this as buildable; you get such full coverage from the first application that you’re unlikely to need more. It also dries down quite quickly, so can go a little cakey if you apply much more after your first go. The formula also includes SPF 10, which adds very little in my opinion. Not only is this a very low rating, but the expert consensus regarding SPF in makeup – not just for this foundation but across the board – is that we are unlikely to apply anywhere near enough to achieve the protection specified on the bottle. We therefore should not rely on makeup as our sole form of sun protection

One of my absolute favorite foundations! I wear the shade Porcelain. This is a full coverage cream formula that evens out my skin tone, covering redness and imperfections flawlessly without oxidizing or looking cakey. A little goes a long way with this formula, i always start at the center of my face with three dabs down the middle on my forehead, nose, and chin while blending outwards. Keep in mind that this is a matte formula, I have combination skin that leans on the drier side most days so I regularly mix in 2 drops of a Hyaluronic acid serum which helps my skin hold in the moisture from my prep. I’ve found I have the best finish when applying this with a dense powder foundation brush, a damp beauty blender also works well but I prefer the higher coverage I get ... MoreOne of my absolute favorite foundations! I wear the shade Porcelain. This is a full coverage cream formula that evens out my skin tone, covering redness and imperfections flawlessly without oxidizing or looking cakey. A little goes a long way with this formula, i always start at the center of my face with three dabs down the middle on my forehead, nose, and chin while blending outwards. Keep in mind that this is a matte formula, I have combination skin that leans on the drier side most days so I regularly mix in 2 drops of a Hyaluronic acid serum which helps my skin hold in the moisture from my prep. I’ve found I have the best finish when applying this with a dense powder foundation brush, a damp beauty blender also works well but I prefer the higher coverage I get from a brush. This formula is non comodogenic, meaning it wont clog your pores and the ingredient list is pretty safe as far as foundations go. This gives me that radiant soft focus matte finish that i prefer in foundations. Makes your skin look lit from within, NOT SHINY. Which i swear is what i hate most about all of these new “radiant” foundations. Foundation should never have freaking shimmer in it, im sorry. Lol. Seriously cannot recommend this enough! Its a little pricey so i recommend going to Sephora or Ulta and asking for a sample/in store try on to see if it suits your skin type/coverage and finish preferences before purchasing.

Color: Buff (2n2), this is a light medium neutral tone that has yellow undertones. Trying to find a color match can be a challenge. If you are lighter complexion, I find it easier. Estée Lauder does have a warm but I find those too pink for my Asian skin tone that runs more yellow. I played around and finally found Buff which works for me perfectly. The color range in the light medium for more olive complexion is a challenge. This is a high end foundation and the price reflects that. The foundation does come in a luxurious slightly frosted glass bottle. There is no pump, but you can purchase one for $10. It is reusable and sometimes you can get a pump for free. I personally do not like the pump since it does not fit under the lid. It replaces the lid and I do not ... MoreColor: Buff (2n2), this is a light medium neutral tone that has yellow undertones. Trying to find a color match can be a challenge. If you are lighter complexion, I find it easier. Estée Lauder does have a warm but I find those too pink for my Asian skin tone that runs more yellow. I played around and finally found Buff which works for me perfectly. The color range in the light medium for more olive complexion is a challenge. This is a high end foundation and the price reflects that. The foundation does come in a luxurious slightly frosted glass bottle. There is no pump, but you can purchase one for $10. It is reusable and sometimes you can get a pump for free. I personally do not like the pump since it does not fit under the lid. It replaces the lid and I do not like the foundation all over the pump. I prefer just the bottle with no pump. The foundation is SPF and scent free.. The scent has a slight paint scent but thankfully no added perfume. I have sensitive skin and this does not bother my skin. The key for flawless application is skincare and a good primer. For more mature dehydrated skin this sinks into my pores of my cheeks and looks pitted and aweful. I had to switch my skincare to give me more hydrated base to get this foundation to look good on my over 40 face. It took me some time and practice to get this to look good on my skin, but it is worth it because the longevity is unlike any foundation. Once it is set into place, it does not move. This is a medium coverage to full coverage foundation depending on your application and amount used. I can get this to full coverage to hide my freckles and hyper pigmentation without looking cakey you can pile this on a spot that you want to hide and it will not look cakey even after 12 hours of wear. This is a matte foundation but it does not dry down, it remains tacky and sticky and requires me to set it with a powder.

This is honestly an oldie but a goodie. My all time favorite full coverage foundation. I love trying new make-up and playing around but double wear is definitely my go to when I need reliable function and performance. It is relatively lightweight for the coverage level, I generally don’t notice it at all, and never “feel” like my skin is coated in foundation. The finish is a natural matte - very skin like. How I use it: I typically use this foundation for wearing makeup to work. I apply it with my fingers after using a light moisturizer. I have also used it on it on its own and it does well, but I find natural matte products (as well as my overall skincare routine) benefit from moisturizing first. I haven’t found it necessary to use a primer with this product. I set ... MoreThis is honestly an oldie but a goodie. My all time favorite full coverage foundation. I love trying new make-up and playing around but double wear is definitely my go to when I need reliable function and performance. It is relatively lightweight for the coverage level, I generally don’t notice it at all, and never “feel” like my skin is coated in foundation. The finish is a natural matte - very skin like. How I use it: I typically use this foundation for wearing makeup to work. I apply it with my fingers after using a light moisturizer. I have also used it on it on its own and it does well, but I find natural matte products (as well as my overall skincare routine) benefit from moisturizing first. I haven’t found it necessary to use a primer with this product. I set my face with a light dust of powder I routinely get 12+ hours of wear time without any noticeable issues. Biggest advantages over some other products: - it plays well with most other products. I have layered this over and under numerous brands/types of complexion products and have never had issues with separation of pilling. I have also mixed it with other products (like moisturizer to sheer it, or color corrector to lighten it, other foundations), it is extremely tolerant and versatile. - application is pretty forgiving for a full coverage product. I often apply this product with my fingers, but have also had excellent results using a sponge or foundation brush, in my experience it not a type of product that requires super careful application to achieve a splendid finish. - the finish itself is goldilocks. It’s matte, but not too matte, and overall gives a natural, work appropriate look. - the shade range is fairly intuitively organized. I am pale and cool toned, and don’t have any issues with excess yellow/orange pigment with double wear the way I have with other complexion products. Cons - the pump cost extra - while the cost is worthwhile to me, it is on the expensive side of high end. However it does occasionally go on promotion. For reference. I am 35 years old with normal to combination skin, I rarely experience breakouts, but do have shine in the t-zone by the end of the day if I’m not using products. I have some redness on my nose and cheeks at times, and some darkening of the under eye, but otherwise my complexion is relatively even. I have minimal texture with visible pores on my nose/cheeks. I find this foundation leave my complexion even without exaggeration of texture/pores. My skin is cool and pale. I use the shade shell (but can get away with cool bone in the summer). Other foundation shades that suit me include Diors 0CR, Nars Oslo, and MAC N3 NW13.

I've gotten shade 4w2. This foundation definitely lives up to the hype of being long wear. I have oily , acne prone skin and this foundation really controls the oil well , doesn't break my skin out, and last very long. I have worn this on a plane ride, walking around in the heat, at work etc and my makeup still looks nice at the ended the day to where I dont even want to take it off. It also does go on the skin nicely as well, Probably one of the best foundations I have used. I'm looking for other foundations that work just as well and last just as long. Although It isn't completely transfer or sweat proof because whenever I sweat it definitely comes off but still last very long lasting in comparison to others. I do wish it was made more sweat proof though.

Under normal circumstances I would not buy cosmetics from a company that sells in China but I selfishly bought 3 bottles of it when it went on sale for $24. I don't think I will rebuy because of the guilt I have for doing that but that's another story.... Yes it's a good product and covers everything and will last. It's a better full coverage compared to say MAC (they also sell to China but I haven't purchased from them in a number of years) imo because MAC full coverage foundation looks cakey af on your skin despite me in the past having MAC mua do my makeup. While you do feel product on your face they did a good job at making it not feel that heavy. I did a sweat test and shower test and it lasted in both however when your face is wet it does look bad until you ... MoreUnder normal circumstances I would not buy cosmetics from a company that sells in China but I selfishly bought 3 bottles of it when it went on sale for $24. I don't think I will rebuy because of the guilt I have for doing that but that's another story.... Yes it's a good product and covers everything and will last. It's a better full coverage compared to say MAC (they also sell to China but I haven't purchased from them in a number of years) imo because MAC full coverage foundation looks cakey af on your skin despite me in the past having MAC mua do my makeup. While you do feel product on your face they did a good job at making it not feel that heavy. I did a sweat test and shower test and it lasted in both however when your face is wet it does look bad until you pat it down with a towel. Selling to China aside, I can give you a few reasons why I would not buy again. First they easily could have added a pump to the bottle! I resent having to buy my own pump from the company because they were too cheap to include it especially knowing how expensive the product is to begin with! I also found that for me I needed more product than I thought to give me full coverage. When I used very little, it was more medium coverage (I used a flat brush each time opposed to a sponge). I would not use this as a daily foundation and will only use it only if I know any other foundation is going to melt off my face or look like sh*t due to me getting wet (don't want to look like a wet dog when having sexy time in the shower). Lastly, while it's not a dupe in terms of ingredients, I found the Urban Decay Weightless Naked Foundation performs almost as good. I only say almost because while it give good coverage, it's not exactly as full coverage as the one from EL. The UD one also is truly cruelty free and frequently on sale for $10 so to me, you get more bang for your buck.

I've tried a lot of drugstore foundations and high end foundations, but never found one that I loved as much as this one. It has very buildable coverage and can be extremely full coverage with no cracking or creasing. I find it very hard to find foundation for my skin tone without it being too orange or too yellow, but Estée Lauder nailed this one. It has a huge shade range as well. I never have any slipping or disappearing once I put it on. The bottle is also gorgeous and looks so elegant. The bottle does not have a pumper or dropper. The spout is just an open bottle top but it is small enough to not let too much product out. A little goes a long way so it lasts a while.

Let me start by saying, if you're thinking of buying this, do it! It's the first thing I've bought that actually lived up to all of the claims and I recommend it to literally everyone who even mentions makeup. When I wear it I always get compliments on my makeup, it makes all the difference in my full look. It's matte and full coverage that I can easily build as much as I want, even with a sponge, which is perfect for my oily, acne prone skin. In fact, it covers my acne better than any other I've tried. If you have dry skin I recommend either mixing a serum in with it, blending it in with a damp beauty blender or even both. I live in Florida so the heat and humidity really puts foundations to the test and even here this foundation looks amazing morning to evening, ... MoreLet me start by saying, if you're thinking of buying this, do it! It's the first thing I've bought that actually lived up to all of the claims and I recommend it to literally everyone who even mentions makeup. When I wear it I always get compliments on my makeup, it makes all the difference in my full look. It's matte and full coverage that I can easily build as much as I want, even with a sponge, which is perfect for my oily, acne prone skin. In fact, it covers my acne better than any other I've tried. If you have dry skin I recommend either mixing a serum in with it, blending it in with a damp beauty blender or even both. I live in Florida so the heat and humidity really puts foundations to the test and even here this foundation looks amazing morning to evening, rarely needing any sort of refresh. It doesn't move even if you sweat as long as you don't rub your face at all, just let the sweat roll and once it dries it'll still look great. I love that this foundation has a huge shade range, there's really only two cons I can think of, that there's no pump and it's easy to accidently pour out more than necessary and that it's $48 for an ounce although in my opinion it's well worth it because a little goes a long way it also looks so much better than all of the other foundations I've tried. If I was getting married I would wear this. For reference I'm shade 2n1.

My skin is medium to bright Asian, and is a combination oily skin type. I have tried many foundations but Estee Lauder is my favorite and chooses it as my only foundation. Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation has a thin layer of cream like water, so when applied to the skin, it will not feel greasy, bringing a natural light stretch to the skin. The product seems to be a good substitute for a concealer (concealer) because of its excellent coverage. The body of the product is made of transparent glass, the cream inside can be seen. The lid has an iridescent golden color that adds to the delicate beauty of the product. Due to its small size, you can easily carry this foundation bottle in your bag or pocket. Although convenient, the design of the product still has ... MoreMy skin is medium to bright Asian, and is a combination oily skin type. I have tried many foundations but Estee Lauder is my favorite and chooses it as my only foundation. Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation has a thin layer of cream like water, so when applied to the skin, it will not feel greasy, bringing a natural light stretch to the skin. The product seems to be a good substitute for a concealer (concealer) because of its excellent coverage. The body of the product is made of transparent glass, the cream inside can be seen. The lid has an iridescent golden color that adds to the delicate beauty of the product. Due to its small size, you can easily carry this foundation bottle in your bag or pocket. Although convenient, the design of the product still has disadvantages. It is a foundation jar without a pump, must use and apply cream, quite inconvenient. Estee Lauder has a liquid texture, very soft, smooth and light like water. Thanks to that, when applied, it is very easy to absorb and penetrate deeply into your skin. Therefore, when applying the product to the skin, it does not feel dry and uncomfortable. It also doesn't clog pores. You only need to apply a thin layer of cream to make your face radiant. The product is suitable for oily and combination skin. For obvious imperfections such as surgical scars, acne scars, birthmarks, melasma or varicose veins, this foundation has the ability to completely fade, leaving the foundation looking fresh and natural even in hot and humid conditions or in constant motion. Estee Lauder Double Wear is fragrance-free, so it's fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and won't change the color of my skin. This foundation product is highly appreciated for its color fastness. After 10 hours of use, the foundation still does not fade. There are few products with high color adhesion like this high-end foundation. Because of the amazing effects of this foundation, I absolutely love it, I don't need to spend a lot of effort to reapply foundation and still look radiant all day. It helps me to have even skin tone, bright and a lot more confident. Thank you for creating such a masterpiece!

I have extremely oily skin and have always used the L’Oréal Infallible 24 hr fresh wear foundation. After years of using it and my skin also changing, I tried all different types of foundations in hopes of finding one that would somewhat control my oil but not dry me out too much. I’ve never tried this despite all the hype but decided to give it a try and I’m so glad I did! The coverage is perfect, they have a really good shade range, and it is definitely worth the money and hype. I wish it came with a pump or just a bigger bottle in general, but maybe someday that’ll change. 🤷🏻‍♀️ It has an almost matte finish, almost like a second skin, the shade match was literally perfect, and if I could compare the scent to anything it would be paint (which I can totally look ... MoreI have extremely oily skin and have always used the L’Oréal Infallible 24 hr fresh wear foundation. After years of using it and my skin also changing, I tried all different types of foundations in hopes of finding one that would somewhat control my oil but not dry me out too much. I’ve never tried this despite all the hype but decided to give it a try and I’m so glad I did! The coverage is perfect, they have a really good shade range, and it is definitely worth the money and hype. I wish it came with a pump or just a bigger bottle in general, but maybe someday that’ll change. 🤷🏻‍♀️ It has an almost matte finish, almost like a second skin, the shade match was literally perfect, and if I could compare the scent to anything it would be paint (which I can totally look past). I’ve used it in the fall/winter and I’m really excited to see how it holds up in the summer.