Estēe Lauder: Double Wear Stay in Place Makeup Review

Hello Beautiful People! 

I am so sorry that I've taken about two months to get a new blog post up. I started school about 7 weeks ago and the quarter has been extremely difficult with the work-load plus other things I've been keeping myself busy with. But I'm glad to say that I have new material up so I hope you guys enjoy this quick review on mew favorite foundation :) 

I ran out of my Makeup Forever HD foundation about 3 months ago and I was really lazy to go pick up another one. My sister asked me to run some errands with her one weekend. She took me to Nordstrom's with her and she ended up buying me an Estēe Lauder foundation. 

I never purchased any products from Estēe Lauder for many (non-legit) reasons. One, I used to think this brand was only targeted for older women, I never associated it with more popular brands (Makeup Forever, Kat Von D, etc). Another reason was because it's pretty pricey and no one ever hyped up any of their products enough for it to seem "worth it". But now with Kendall Jenner being the new face of Estēe Lauder, I really hope, if you're going to buy anything from this makeup/skin care brand, PICK THIS ITEM UP. 

But long behold, my sister introduced me to, what I can say is, the best full coverage foundation for my skin type (combination), Estēe Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup $37.00

First Impressions: 

The lady in Nordstrom's matched me to the shade "3W1 TAWNY". She took off a small amount of my original foundation and applied this one. Instantly I could tell that this foundation had more coverage with only a little bit of product on my face. Compared to the foundation I already had on my face, this one seemed more dense and less "runny" (if that makes any sense). It was also the prefect shade for my skin. 

My Thoughts: 

I've been wearing this foundation for about a month now. I don't wear it everyday but I do wear it on the days I want my foundation to stay in place (parties, dates, events, anywhere that requires taking pictures really). I've noticed that this foundation stays on the WHOLE night. I don't get oily, the foundation doesn't crease, and it doesn't look cakey. This foundation also doesn't transfer on clothes. I would be so self-conscious when I would hug my boyfriend because I would sometimes transfer my foundation on his shirts, and that's embarrassing. But with this foundation, I don't have to worry about that. The only thing that I will comment on, is that because this foundation is full coverage, it is harder to take off at the end of the day. You really need to use a cleanser or makeup remover that is strong enough remove all makeup. 

Estēe Lauder website product details:

"15- hour staying power. Flawless all day. This worry-free, long-wearing makeup stays fresh and looking natural through heat, humidity, non stop activity. 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. " See More

Pros and Cons: 

Pros: 

• Medium/ Full Coverage 
• Last ALL day 
• Does not look cakey
• Does not make you look dry
• Covers under-eye circles 
• You don't need a lot of product 
• Does not transfer 
• Build-able 
• Leans more towards combination/oily skin types
• Matt finish 

Cons: 

• Packaging isn't the best (I prefer a pump)
• Can clog pores (SO MAKE SURE TO CLEAN YOUR FACE) 
• Can dry out your face if you have already have a dry skin type 

Product Review!

Hello beautiful people,

Today's blog post will consist of my very first product review. Exciting stuff right? Haha maybe just for me.

I recently got my hands on Buxom's Show Some Skin Weightless foundation that retails for $34.00
and I decided to blog about it because I feel not too many people even know about this foundation, I mean I never did, not until my older sister got it for me.

I'm currently in love with it and I feel it's the perfect foundation for the summer.

A Little About the Product:
This foundation is a light-to-medium coverage that contains SPF 30 providing protection against harmful UV rays. The formula contains water which is beneficial because it makes the product last longer on your face and gives a soft finish to your skin. The website claims this foundation will give 8 hours of coverage and has been clinically proven to increase hydration and brightness in the face. The product comes in a squeeze tube versus a pump application. This product also comes in 10 different shades:
Fair Game: neutral beige for light skin tones
Dim the Light: warm yellow for light skin tones 
In the Buff: cool pink for light skin tones 
You're a Natural: warm yellow for medium skin tones 
Meet me Latte: neutral beige for medium skin tones 
Sweet as Honey: cool pink for medium skin tones
Tan-Talize Me: warm yellow for tan skin tones
Almond The Nude: neutral beige for tan skin tones
Caramel Kisses: warm yellow for dark skin tones
In The Dark: rich neutral for dark skin tones

* I got the color shade samples from the Sephora website and just used them for you to visualize what the color would actually come out to be instead to just stating the shade's name*

My Thoughts on the Product:

Well to start off, I really love the product's squeezable tube versus any other pump application. I had control with how much product I wanted to get out. The shade I got is Meet Me Latte. I prepped my face before applying the product on  (moisturize and prime). I applied the product with a flat kabuki brush and I found this is best method to apply this foundation versus using my all-time-favorite, the beauty blender. Using the beauty blender on this type of foundation is a no go, the sponge will absorb most of the product up. I also recommend using your fingers to apply the foundation.

 Now when I put the foundation on I did notice some of my more noticeable blemishes had not been covered and this makes sense since this foundation is light-to-medium coverage. I applied one layer of the foundation and I definitely got a light coverage. This foundation kind of works as a BB cream, it feels just like it. I added another layer and I got the medium coverage which was perfect. I added some concealer to my problem areas and set everything. 

I really love how this foundation feels on my skin. When I put it on it felt like I was putting water on my face. It is definitely moisturizing and really light. I mean the product is called "Show Some Skin" and I think this is perfect for the days when you don't wan to wear a full face of makeup. Especially during the summer when applying a thick full coverage foundation doesn't seem like the most ideal thing to do. This foundation is great when you need to go to the grocery store, make quick errands, mostly everyday use. If you are looking for a full converge foundation this is not the one for you. 

Now the product claims it will last up to 8 hours on your face and I'm not exactly sure that is true. When it came to the 6th hour of having this foundation on I noticed it was smearing a little (mostly on my chin and nose). This foundation also claims it'll leave your face more hydrated and speaking as an oily-combination-skin type this foundation didn't leave me looking greasy or shiny. I did have to use my blotting sheets once but that honestly wasn't a problem, I  have to do that with most of my foundations anyways. 

PROS AND CONS: 

Pros:

• lightweight
• moisturizing 
• fragrance free 
• squeezable tube
• gives a dewy finish 
• broad-spectrum sun protection 
• blends easily 

Cons:

• can emphasize fine lines and wrinkles over time
• not versatile for all skin types  
• not buildable 

Last words:

Overall I really love this product and I think it's the perfect light-to-medium coverage foundation I have ever gotten my hands on. PERFECT for the summer. If you do end up trying this foundation I recommend getting matched.

If you're interested in purchasing this baby you can buy it at the:

Sephora store or website

Ulta store

and Bare Escentuals website

If any of you purchase this foundation or have already purchased it

let me know down below how much you loved it or didn't.

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Yours truly,

Everything Foundations!

➡Everything Foundations⬅

Hey beautiful 💘! Before I begin, I just want to start out and say that although I recommend these products 100% EVERYONE'S skin is different. Let me tell you a little bit about my skin. I have acne prone and oily skin. Since middle school I have always had really bad acne. I would breakout severely on my forehead and around my chin. Although I hardly break out there anymore, right now my problem area are my cheeks. Since I have oily skin I tend to apply powder foundation on top of my liquid foundation to set my makeup and make it look matt. So now that I've told you a little about my skin type, I would continue on to say that it hasn't been easy to find a "perfect" or "ideal" foundation. As you can see I have a mix of brands that I prefer for certain occasions or weather. In this blog I mention products that are drug store to high end. I also add some powder foundations because I know some of you don't wear liquid foundations. I don't mention any M.A.C. products for the same reason that I have acne prone skin and that brand tends to break me out....a lot. Anyways, enough of me chatting lets get to the review. 

**ALWAYS USE A PRIMER BEFORE YOU APPLY ANY FOUNDATION ON THE FACE**

(HIGH END) FOUNDATIONS:

MAKE UP FOR EVER: "HD Invisible Cover Foundation" $42 

Makeup Forever is my holy grail brand for a foundation that gives me FULL coverage. This foundation is definitely build-able but it can look "cake-y" on the face if you apply many layers although I feel you don't need to apply no more that one since this is definitely on the more medium-to-full coverage side.  The "HD Invisible" just implies that this foundation is meant to withstand harsh lighting. Meaning that if you ever wanted to wear this foundation you wouldn't have to worry about the flash on a camera making your skin look weird. This foundation is also oil-free which is great for skins that are on the more oily side. I do notice although that if I wear this foundation for more than 6 hours I do begin to feel oily and I have to either (1) use oil blotting sheets or (2) use powder to set my makeup again. I mostly wear this foundation whenever I'm going on dates w/ my boyfriend, dances, concerts, anything special that I would want my face to look perfect for. Highly recommend this ladies.

MAKE UP FOR EVER:"Mat Velvet + Matifying Foundation" $36

Can you tell I like Make Up Forever? .. P.S this is the brand Kim K wears (so they say) lol. Okay this foundation is for the days that I want absolute FULL coverage. I mean I really really want my skin to look like a porcelain doll. This foundation is a shine controlling, water resistant, and oil-fee. I definitely recommend this foundation for the summer days that you can't skip out on a full coverage face. I never recommend applying heavy makeup on hot and humid days, but if it is necessary this is the product to turn to. Because this foundation is skin controlling and water resistant you don't have to worry about building up an oily face throughout the day or melting off because of the sweat. I have 2 shades of skin tone colors for this product. Definitely a must have for me. 

(DRUG STORE) FOUNDATIONS: 

Loreal Paris: "True Match™ Super Blendable Makeup" $10.95

HOLY GRAIL! okay okay. I have probably repurchased this foundation..maybe... 5 times already? Besides the fact that it's super cheap (compared to makeup forever) it is also the only foundation that has been able to do my face any justice. If you ever see me in person this is probably the foundation I am wearing on my face. I reach for this foundation over any of the other brands I mention just because it's my "go to" and "daily" foundation. I always try to switch up foundations but I just always end up going back to this one. This is a fersure "true match". I have 2 shade: (1) TRUE BEIGE N5 for the summer and (2) SAND BEIGE W5 for the winter since a obviously get darker in the summer and lighter in the winter. This formulation has no fragrance, oil, or pore clogging fillers. It also has vitamin A and C with wheat germ and grape fruit extract to keep your face nourished through out the day. The only bad thing I would have to say is that since it does have SPF it does sometimes create a white cast on your face in photos. Do not recommend this foundation on days you have professional pictures taken of you. 

COVERGIRL: "Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation" $9.79

I purchased this foundation about a month ago because of the "hype" it had to it. Let me tell you, it stood up to its hype. This foundation claims to be an "all-in-one foundation with a long-lasting formula that fuses primer, concealer, and foundation in one easy step! The 3-in-1 formula provides a flawless look that lasts all day long". Okay I wouldn't exactly say to not wear a primer or concealer while using this foundation but the coverage and finish this foundation gives me makes me love it a lot. I have been using this foundation more than my true match lately because of the SPF it has. I still use a primer under the foundation but you can skip the concealer if you don't have any severe face blemish to cover. I notice in comparison to the true match, this foundation stays on a lot longer than the other one. Maybe this one will become my new "holy grail" who knows! And to just mention again, the only bad thing I would have to say is that since it does have SPF it does sometimes create a white cast on your face in photos. Do not recommend this foundation on days you have professional pictures taken of you. 

Loreal: "Magic Nude Liquid Powder Bare Skin Perfecting Makeup" $12.95

I've been wanting to try new foundations and I got this foundation because of pure curiosity. When I read "liquid to powder" I was in complete awe. Like how does that happen? haha. I definitely recommend applying this foundation with a beauty blender (I'll insert the link for those who have never heard of one) Beauty Blender because of how liquid-y this foundation is. Also make sure to shake the bottle every time you decide to apply it because the water element to this formula rises up inside the bottle. The finish to this foundation is matt! I love it. It's not a full coverage foundation, more on the medium side. This is the type of foundation you can wear w/o applying any blush or bronzer and not feeling weird w/ just foundation on. The finish is very natural. I recommend this foundation to the ladies who have always worn powder foundation and are ready to step into the dark side (liquid foundation). This is a perfect transition because it technically is a liquid foundation but it sets on the face as a powder. Always fun to switch things up a bit. I recommend this a lot! 

(HIGH END) POWDER FOUNDATIONS

MAKE UP FOR EVER: "Duo Mat Powder Foundation" $34

It's sad to say that I'm this close to running out of this powder foundation :(! I never use this product by itself. I always use it as a finish for most of my foundations that have a light or medium coverage. Applying a layer of this on top gives me the full coverage I need. This powder is light and long lasting. Again it's oil free and mattifying. Whenever I need to touch up my oily skin I reach out for this product. Definitely a must have in my makeup kit.

SMASHBOX: "HALO Hydrating Perfecting Powder" $22 

I have this powder a little darker than my skin tone so I use this powder mainly for the times I apply a lighter foundation and I need to balance out my skin tone. This is the the .25 oz but there's a larger product that retails for $60. This foundation creates a radiant  healthy complexion with patented hydration technology. It is the first anti-aging powder with the science of skincare built in. It uses the formulation for pure gold, 48 minerals, 11 amino acids , and a powerful peptide to deliver anti-aging benefits. Goes again giving you wrinkles and won't accentuate lines. It never gives me a cakey finish. Definitely recommend this foundation for people who worry about anti-aging.  

(Drug Store) Powder Foundations 

Loreal Paris: "True Match™ Powder" $10.95 

Can you tell I'm almost out of this baby?! This is the product to use with the Loreal Paris: "True Match™ Super Blendable Makeup". I love this powder, I use it more than any of my other powders. I do use this foundation by itself for the days I feel super lazy to but any type of makeup but still want to look semi presentable. I can not rave about this powder enough. If you purchase a darker color form your skin tone you can totally use this powder as contour for your cheek bones. You can also by a lighter shade than your skin tone and use it to set my highlighter. This powder is very versatile and a bang for your buck!

I hope this helps helped everyone! f you have any questions don't hesitate to comment below

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Yours truly,