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Finding the best foundation for your skin type can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. With so many finishes, formulas, and shades, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where Estée Lauder’s foundation wardrobe comes in. Whether you crave a radiant glow or a matte, full-coverage look, Estée Lauder has a solution to help you find your perfect finish.
In this guide, I will talk you through the brand’s most-loved foundations, and give you a good look at the new Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Matte Powder Foundation. Here’s everything you need to know.
Why Finish Matters – Understanding Your Skin’s Needs
In many cases, you can use your skin type to guide your foundation choice. Here’s a quick breakdown:
- Oily Skin: opt for long-wearing, oil-controlling formulas with a matte or soft-matte finish
- Dry Skin: choose hydrating, radiant formulas with skincare benefits.
- Combination Skin: look for a flexible formula that balances oil control and hydration
The finish you choose – be it matte, radiant, or natural – will help to transform your complexion. Let’s dive into the foundation lineup.
Best Foundations for Your Skin Type: Estée Lauder’s Top Picks
I have used a range of different foundations from the brand. Here’s the lowdown on each one.
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF 10 (Liquid)
- Best for: Oily, combination or normal skin seeking long-wear coverage
- Finish: Matte, flawless, natural
- Benefits: 24-hour wear, sweat and humidity resistant, transfer-resistant, available in 60 shades
Why it stands out: This iconic for a reason. It keeps shine in check and coverage locked in all day long.
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF 10 Before & After Photos
Read my full Double Wear Review.
NEW Double Wear Stay-in-Place Matte Powder Foundation
- Best for: Oily to combination skin types, on-the-go users, or those who prefer a powder finish
- Finish: Soft matte
- Usage: Can be applied using the sponge provided, or with a fluffy brush for lighter coverage
Why it stands out: This innovative powder foundation has the staying power of Double Wear in an easy-to-use powder format. It comes in a sleek compact and is perfect for touch-ups or a full-coverage finish.
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Matte Powder Foundation Before & After Photos
Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturizing Foundation SPF 45
- Best for: Dry skin
- Finish: Radiant, glowing, dewy
- Benefits: It has SPF 45 and is infused with skincare ingredients like probiotic technology and IonCharged Water.
Why it stands out: If you’re looking for coverage with comfort and care, this is it. Skin feels nourished and looks naturally radiant.
Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturizing Foundation SPF 45 Before & After Photos
Read my full Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturizing Foundation SPF 45 Review here.
How to Find Your Perfect Match
Take a moment to assess:
- What is your skin type?
- Do you prefer a matte, natural, or glowing finish?
- How much coverage do you need: light, medium or full?
Try This: Use Estée Lauder’s Virtual Try-On Tool or visit a John Lewis store.
Foundation FAQs
What’s Estée Lauder’s best foundation for oily skin?
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF 10 or the NEW Double Wear Stay-in-Place Matte Powder Foundation both provide long-wearing matte coverage without clogging pores.
What’s one of the most hydrating Estée Lauder foundations?
Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturizing Foundation SPF 45 is your go-to for dry or mature skin thanks to its moisture-boosting formula.
Can I use powder foundation daily?
Absolutely. The new Double Wear powder formula offers buildable, coverage suitable for every day.
Is Double Wear too heavy for everyday use?
Not at all. It’s buildable so you can tailor the finish and coverage level depending on how much you apply.
What’s my favourite foundation for my mature skin?
I have been a long time fan of Estée Lauder’s foundations and I always have Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF 10 in my rotation when I need something that offers great coverage and staying power. It is hard to beat.
My established favourite from Estée Lauder’s foundation wardrobe is Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturizing Foundation SPF 45 because it suits the needs of my mature skin so perfectly. It gives me juicy and comfortable skin and I love that it has added skincare and SPF45. It’s amazing, I just love it.
The Double Wear Stay-in-Place Matte Powder Foundation is new and obviously a more recent discovery. While I am more about liquid foundations, I really love how smooth it makes my skin look, and it is great for summer when it gets harder to control shine. A light layer applied with a brush is perfect over a high protection sunscreen, and it’s also brilliant for setting sheer coverage bases to minimise shine and add a touch of skin perfecting coverage.
I love it applied over my T-zone when I am wearing Futurist. They are perfect partners for my combination skin. I feel the new Double Wear Stay-in-Place Matte Powder Foundation will be a handbag essential for top ups this summer.
Swatches: Double Wear Powder vs Double Wear vs Futurist
Where to find the best foundation for your skin type
You can shop the full Estée Lauder foundation collection at John Lewis via the link below
