Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Flawless Wear Concealer Light Medium

I usually use the liquid Double Wear, but my skin hasnt been getting along with liquidcream products since starting tretinoin prescription topical for acne. A few people recommended switching to a powder foundation while my skin adjusts, since I guess its a bit lighter on the skin and sits on top instead of absorbing. I was worried a powder would accentuate any dry areasflakes from the tretinoin, and I had a rough time finding a good shade match at the drug store. So I was skeptical. I finally splurged on the Double Wear powder since I already know my shade. Ive been really impressed with this product The powder provides great coverage, looks natural, and hides pores even better than the liquid DW. Doesnt look cakey at all, and I find any flakes I get from the ... MoreI usually use the liquid Double Wear, but my skin hasnt been getting along with liquidcream products since starting tretinoin prescription topical for acne. A few people recommended switching to a powder foundation while my skin adjusts, since I guess its a bit lighter on the skin and sits on top instead of absorbing. I was worried a powder would accentuate any dry areasflakes from the tretinoin, and I had a rough time finding a good shade match at the drug store. So I was skeptical. I finally splurged on the Double Wear powder since I already know my shade. Ive been really impressed with this product The powder provides great coverage, looks natural, and hides pores even better than the liquid DW. Doesnt look cakey at all, and I find any flakes I get from the tretinoin dont mess up the powder the way they do any liquid foundation kinda gross, I know, sorry. I dont know how this compares to other powder foundations, but it seems to be an extremely wellformulated product, especially with spring and summer coming along. I might even switch permanently from liquid DW to this. It seems to work equally well on my dry spots and the rest of my skin which is usually oily. I blot maybe once or twice a day and top up with some Tarteguard powder sunscreen, and it seems to stay freshlooking. No issues applying blushbronzerhighlighter on top. And its MUCH faster and easiertoapply than liquid.

I started wearing this foundation probably around 15 years ago and Ill never use any other brand. When googling foundation recommendations, this is always the one that is so highly recommended, and its with very good reason.The staying power is unreal, especially when used with a good primer and setting spray. It just doesnt come off until you want it to.Ive tried applying it many different ways over the years, when I was younger and wanted a more full coverage I would apply it with my fingers. Then I moved onto a stippling type brush. But now I prefer a more natural finish so I use a damp beauty blender.There are some reviews that say that this foundation is bad for dry skin, but it all depends on how you prep your skin before application. I have extremely dry, ... MoreI started wearing this foundation probably around 15 years ago and Ill never use any other brand. When googling foundation recommendations, this is always the one that is so highly recommended, and its with very good reason.The staying power is unreal, especially when used with a good primer and setting spray. It just doesnt come off until you want it to.Ive tried applying it many different ways over the years, when I was younger and wanted a more full coverage I would apply it with my fingers. Then I moved onto a stippling type brush. But now I prefer a more natural finish so I use a damp beauty blender.There are some reviews that say that this foundation is bad for dry skin, but it all depends on how you prep your skin before application. I have extremely dry, flaky skin and I find that this is the ONLY foundation that leaves a nice smooth finish. I make sure that my skin is exfoliated, properly moisturised and primed and the finish is always perfect. I dont set it with powder as it doesnt need it in terms of staying power and I prefer more of a dewy finish rather than a matte finish.Ive used many different foundations over the years high end and budget, but always came back to this one because nothing else compares.The coverage is completely buildable, so you can wear it fairly sheer, or you can build it up to complete full coverage.It contains SPF 10 which is ok, but I use an SPF 3050 underneath it aswell just to be safe.The only downside to this product is that it is no good for professional flash photography, as the SPF creates a white cast in photos. So I wont be able to wear it on my wedding day It would be great if Este Lauder would create a professional version of this product which contains no SPF and leaves no white cast.

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer has been my go-to concealer for years. The Estee Lauder one has taken over that spot. It does dry down quick, so blend it right away. It self-sets as it claims to and it doesn't crease. I do need to use additional eye cream before applying it, though, because I have lines and wrinkles under my eyes.This concealer covers my undereye discoloration and brightens just enough to still look natural.I purchased three shades.In the Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation I wear 4N2 and 4W1 interchangeably, so I purchased the concealers in 4N and 4W. I love how the concealer shades correspond to the foundations. For a brightening concealer, I also purchased 3W.I love them all. I'm glad I gave them a try. This has quickly become my go-to ... MoreNARS Radiant Creamy Concealer has been my go-to concealer for years. The Estee Lauder one has taken over that spot. It does dry down quick, so blend it right away. It self-sets as it claims to and it doesn't crease. I do need to use additional eye cream before applying it, though, because I have lines and wrinkles under my eyes.This concealer covers my undereye discoloration and brightens just enough to still look natural.I purchased three shades.In the Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation I wear 4N2 and 4W1 interchangeably, so I purchased the concealers in 4N and 4W. I love how the concealer shades correspond to the foundations. For a brightening concealer, I also purchased 3W.I love them all. I'm glad I gave them a try. This has quickly become my go-to concealer.