{"id":1788409,"date":"2026-02-23T19:02:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T16:02:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1788409"},"modified":"2026-02-23T19:02:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T16:02:08","slug":"is-the-new-estee-lauder-double-wear-foundation-as-good-as-the-original","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1788409","title":{"rendered":"Is The New Est\u00e9e Lauder Double Wear Foundation As Good As The Original?"},"content":{"rendered":"<article class=\"oVA page-449401830\">.page-449401830{&#8211;slot4:#bb2114;&#8211;slot7:#bb2114;&#8211;slot11:#bb2114;&#8211;slot13:#bb2114;&#8211;slot14:#bb2114;&#8211;metaColor:#bb2114;&#8211;navColor:#bb2114}<\/p>\n<div class=\"cCV\">\n<div class=\"sWr\">\n<div class=\"GqV\">\n<div class=\"gsz fQd\">\n<div class=\"rkd NLr\">\n<div class=\"Psy nYg\">\n<p class=\"QwJ\">(Trial Run)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h1 class=\"aVX gai RzU ZQG\">Is The New Est\u00e9e Lauder Double Wear Foundation As Good As The Original?<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"r87 Lgb\">\n<p>TZR editors put it to the test. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vMw yW1\">\n<address class=\"saA\">by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thezoereport.com\/profile\/erin-lukas-177100217\">Erin Lukas<\/a><\/address>\n<div class=\"yj3 DHw\">\n<div><time datetime=\"2026-02-23T19:02:08.631Z\">2 hours ago<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"Vms Vo4\">Eden Stuart<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"hJa\">\n<div class=\"pxF oL7\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation Review\" src=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2026\/2\/23\/6ebdcaf5\/img_3184.jpg?w=248&amp;h=372&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=focalpoint&amp;dpr=2&amp;fp-x=0.5063&amp;fp-y=0.3766\" class=\"N4z fpC y5h\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"Uf- qyh\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thezoereport.com\/trial-run\" class=\"wVh\">Trial Run<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"D5t\">We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tn6\">\n<div data-adroot=\"true\" class=\"AOL Afg\">\n<p><em>In our series <a href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=1834773&amp;s=1834765\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\">Trial Run<\/a>, TZR editors and writers put the buzziest new beauty products to the test and share their honest reviews. This week, the TZR team is testing the buzzy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esteelauder.com\/product\/643\/141225\/product-catalog\/makeup\/face\/foundation\/double-wear\/stay-in-place-longwear-matte-foundation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\">Est\u00e9e Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Longwear Matte Foundation<\/a><\/em>. <\/p>\n<p>The most controversial thing a beauty brand can do isn\u2019t discontinuing a beloved product \u2014 it\u2019s reformulating it. This might seem like an extreme reaction for say, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thezoereport.com\/beauty\/hydrating-lipsticks\">lipstick<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thezoereport.com\/beauty\/best-skin-care-products-2025\">moisturizer<\/a>, but when said product has been a part of your daily routine for years \u2014 or even decades \u2014 it\u2019s like being at a crossroads in a relationship. Either you\u2019ll love the change, or you\u2019ll be in the market for a replacement. This is the gamble Est\u00e9e Lauder took when reformulating its iconic Double Wear Foundation.<\/p>\n<p>Launched in 1997, the oil-free foundation quickly became a fan-favorite because it provided full coverage with a matte finish that didn\u2019t get cakey. While the updated version still delivers these results, the brand has made a few tweaks so Double Wear is more in line with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thezoereport.com\/beauty\/2026-makeup-trends\">makeup preferences of 2026<\/a>. The biggest change is that it\u2019s now more breathable and fluid so you can customize the coverage level. Est\u00e9e Lauder has also updated the pigments it uses, so all 70 shades have a more dimensional, skin-like finish.  <\/p>\n<p>So how does this iconic foundation\u2019s glow up stack up against the original? Ahead, TZR editors (including one diehard Double Wear fan) share their thoughts on the revamped formula. <\/p>\n<div class=\"sWr iGR T46\">\n<div>\n<div><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esteelauder.com\/product\/643\/141225\/product-catalog\/makeup\/face\/foundation\/double-wear\/stay-in-place-longwear-matte-foundation\" data-skimlink=\"true\" class=\"Rcu\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"ooy\">\n<div class=\"pxF wxt GZd\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Double Wear Stay-in-Place Longwear Matte Foundation\" src=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2026\/2\/18\/5160a158\/estee-lauder_double-wear-stay.jpg?w=330&amp;h=330&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=faces&amp;dpr=2\" class=\"N4z mdu F6g\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"Mup\">\n<div class=\"O8F\">Est\u00e9e Lauder<\/div>\n<div class=\"yiq\">Double Wear Stay-in-Place Longwear Matte Foundation<\/div>\n<div class=\"o75\"><span>$52<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"OiB\">\n<div class=\"RSA\">Now available in 70 shades, the revamped formula offers more versatility with buildable medium to full-coverage and a natural matte finish. What\u2019s more, it stays pristine for up to 36 hours, thanks to its sweat- and humidity-proof claims. <\/div>\n<p><button class=\"yMn\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"lXj\">See On Est\u00e9e Lauder<\/div>\n<div class=\"jMM\"><\/div>\n<p><\/button><\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Fast Facts<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Price: $52<\/li>\n<li>Size: 1.0 oz\/29.57 mL<\/li>\n<li>Clean\/Cruelty-Free: No<\/li>\n<li>Best For: Those who like more coverage; full-glam looks<\/li>\n<li>Ingredient Highlights: Niacinamide, glycerin, brown algae extract, hyaluronic acid <\/li>\n<li>What We Like: Buildable coverage; long-lasting; wide shade range<\/li>\n<li>What We Don\u2019t Like: So far, so good<\/li>\n<li>Rating: 5\/5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"tDr\"><p><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How TZR Keeps Score: <\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>1\/5: Making a return; 2\/5: Keeping as a backup; 3\/5: Finishing to the last drop; 4\/5: Recommending to my group texts; 5\/5: Already on auto-replenish.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>The Formula <\/h2>\n<p>There\u2019s been a lot of innovation in cosmetic formulation since Est\u00e9e Lauder launched Double Wear 29 years ago. To bring the beloved foundation up to speed, the brand tweaked the texture so it\u2019s more fluid, allowing for customizable medium to full coverage. It\u2019s also even more long-lasting. Now, Double Wear promises up to 36 hours of sweat-proof, water-proof wear that doesn\u2019t get cakey, streak-y, or settle in to fine lines. With today\u2019s expectation that a foundation also provide skin care benefits, the new formula is infused with active ingredients such as glycerin, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and brown algae extract to hydrate, provide enhanced oil control, and help even out skin tone over time. <\/p>\n<p>As for the shade range, the brand has also updated the pigments used in the formula so it has a more dimensional, natural finish. The switch has also allowed Est\u00e9e Lauder to introduce more shades, bringing the grand total up to 70.<\/p>\n<h2>Our Experiences &amp; Results <\/h2>\n<h3>Angela Melero, Editorial Director, Wearing 1W0 Warm Porcelain<\/h3>\n<div class=\"sWr iGR zRg CEt\">\n<figure class=\"Qf5 E1M\">\n<div class=\"pxF mvL s-1669870167\">.s-1669870167{padding-top:133.3333%}@media(min-width:768px){.s-1669870167{padding-top:133.3333%}}<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation Review \" src=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2026\/2\/23\/acaf826d\/img_4869.jpg?w=414&amp;h=552&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=faces&amp;dpr=2\" class=\"N4z\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"rv9 TrI\"><cite>Angela Melero<\/cite><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cI have to admit: the 36-hour wear promise of this new buildable formula made me a bit skeptical. To put its efficiency to the ultimate I  wore the foundation throughout a particularly busy weekend consisting of a family wedding that stretched into the wee hours of the morning and a trip to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, which included a toasty flight. I took a picture of myself a few hours post-flight, sans reapplication, as I started exploring the icy, snowy wildlife of the Grand Tetons. As you can see, the dry, cold temps did not impact the coverage or soft matte finish of my skin. I also loved the easy blendability of the formula, that allows for a second-skin effect. This is a workhorse foundation that I\u2019ll reach for for heavy-lifting events and formal occasions when I need my skin to look flawless for longer.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Eden Stuart, Beauty News Writer, Wearing 4N1 Shell Beige<\/h3>\n<div class=\"sWr iGR zRg CEt\">\n<figure class=\"Qf5 E1M RlV\">\n<div class=\"pxF mvL s1083500924\">.s1083500924{padding-top:150.1901%}@media(min-width:768px){.s1083500924{padding-top:150.1901%}}<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation Review\" src=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2026\/2\/23\/ad25a9fd\/img_3184.jpg?w=414&amp;h=622&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=faces&amp;dpr=2\" class=\"N4z\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"rv9 TrI\"><cite>Eden Stuart<\/cite><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m fairly certain Est\u00e9e Lauder Double Wear was the very first high-end foundation I ever purchased, and it was my go-to during the height of the full-coverage, high-glam 2010s; which is to say I\u2019m true to this, not new to this. The main reason I stopped wearing it (aside from having a job that requires testing new foundations all the time) was that it does feel pretty heavy. Or should I say <em>did<\/em> feel heavy \u2014 because this new formulation feels so much lighter on the face than the OG.<\/p>\n<p>To be clear, it\u2019s still a solidly medium-buildable foundation, so it isn\u2019t as lightweight as a tinted moisturizer, but that\u2019s the price one pays for fully-blurred imperfections and a long wear time. I didn\u2019t test it in any particularly strenuous conditions since my life doesn\u2019t include many strenuous activities, but it certainly took me through busy event days without the need for any touchups. The matte-satin finish (I\u2019m putting the \u2018matte\u2019 first since it is fairly matte, albeit not flat) provides a great base for color cosmetics like blush and bronzer, but I can\u2019t imagine using this foundation  \u2018no-makeup makeup\u2019 looks without some serious sheering out with a serum or moisturizer. Overall though, I\u2019ll absolutely be returning to this foundation for my medium-to-heavy makeup days.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Erin Lukas, Deputy Beauty Editor, Wearing 1N1 Ivory Nude <\/h3>\n<div class=\"sWr iGR zRg CEt\">\n<figure class=\"Qf5 E1M\">\n<div class=\"pxF mvL s-1669870167\">.s-1669870167{padding-top:133.3333%}@media(min-width:768px){.s-1669870167{padding-top:133.3333%}}<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation Review \" src=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2026\/2\/19\/f6a110b6\/img_5704.jpeg?w=414&amp;h=552&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=faces&amp;dpr=2\" class=\"N4z\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"rv9 TrI\"><cite>Erin Lukas <\/cite><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cI typically wear skin tints with a dewy finish, so the words \u2018full coverage\u2019 and \u2018matte\u2019 straight up terrify me. However, I was pleasantly surprised by this foundation. While getting ready for a party, I was able to apply it in thin layers with a brush so I could build it up to suit my typical makeup style (aka minimal). It completely evened out my complexion, masking the redness around my nose and under-eye circles, so I could skip using concealer on those trouble spots. Most importantly, it didn\u2019t <em>feel<\/em> like I was wearing a full-coverage foundation the entire time it was on my face. At the end of the night, I was surprised to see that it didn\u2019t get cakey around my nose, an issue I have with virtually 98% of foundations and concealers I wear. This is a win-win in my book, so I predict Double Wear will become my go-to foundation for major events and nights out where I\u2019ll end up in photos and I probably have the opportunity for a touchup beforehand.\u201d <\/p>\n<h2>Is Est\u00e9e Lauder\u2019s Double Wear Foundation Worth It? <\/h2>\n<p>Messing with a fan-favorite product is always a huge risk. However, Est\u00e9e Lauder did it right by taking customer\u2019s biggest gripes with Double Wear and updating the formula to match the makeup needs and standards of 2026 without completely abandoning what originally made the foundation so beloved. So the next time you have an occasion that calls for a full-glam look or your makeup needs to last throughout a jam-packed day, this bottle won\u2019t let you down. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n<aside class=\"fX2 rhF jIS\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"lqj TnP\">\n<div class=\"BMP\">\n<div>(Stay Up To Date)<\/div>\n<div class=\"nnm\">Become A Style Insider<\/div>\n<div class=\"P8h\">Join The Zoe Report\u2019s exclusive email list for the latest trends, shopping guides, celebrity style, and more.<\/div>\n<div><button type=\"submit\" class=\"Ex8 qgj\">Submit<\/button><\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<div class=\"g-0\">By subscribing to this BDG newsletter, you agree to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bdg.com\/info\/terms-of-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\">Terms of Service<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bdg.com\/info\/privacy-policy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\">Privacy Policy<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thezoereport.com\/newsletter\">Subscribe to our newsletter &gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>.page-449401830{&#8211;slot4:#bb2114;&#8211;slot7:#bb2114;&#8211;slot11:#bb2114;&#8211;slot13:#bb2114;&#8211;slot14:#bb2114;&#8211;metaColor:#bb2114;&#8211;navColor:#bb2114} (Trial Run) Is The New Est\u00e9e Lauder Double Wear Foundation As Good As The Original? 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