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Estée Lauder Double Wear foundation dupes

by Aimee Jakes |
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Something we can most definitely get on board with is Estée Lauder Double Wear foundation dupes. Any time we can save money on a £39 foundation, we are sprinting to add a like-for-like dupe to our baskets. If there is anything we can get on board with, it's slaying a can't-tell-the-difference, 'IS THIS CHANEL, DAHLING?' beauty dupe.

Like most of the country, we are unashamedly obsessed with Estée Lauder's Double Wear Foundation. The foundation is both lightweight and full coverage, lasts all day and only takes a few drops to cover your whole face. Loved by celebrities far and wide (plus, plenty of us normal folks), Double Wear glides onto your skin giving you a gorgeous, flawless base with a satin finish, making your skin glow.

As much as we ADORE Estée's offering, our bank balance doesn't always support our needs. Much like the best Glossier dupes and the cult favourite natural finish foundation Glossier Skin Tint, it's hard to stray from the original when you've been in love with it for so long. But, if you're particularly skint one month, you might be looking for an Estée Lauder Double Wear dupe to tide you over.

heat's best Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation dupes at a glance:

Best viral Estée Lauder Double Wear dupe: W7 Legend Foundation, £10.70 on OnBuy

Best highly rated Estée Lauder Double Wear dupe: L'Oréal Paris Infallible 32H Fresh Wear Foundation, £13.99 on Superdrug

Best budget Estée Lauder Double Wear dupe: Maybelline Fit Me! Matte and Poreless Foundation, £8.99 on Sephora

Luckily for us, over the years, beauty buffs from across the globe have identified some really good dupes. Especially dupes from luxury brands, like the Dior Lip Oil dupes which mean you can achieve the look for a lot less. These Estée Lauder Double Wear dupes will have everyone (including maybe even you) fooled.

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Best viral Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation dupe

W7 Legend FoundationOnBuy

Loyal users of Double Wear have sworn that this W7 Legend Foundation is the ideal foundation for your daytime look if you're saving your Double Wear for nights out and special occasions. It has great coverage, isn't too heavy and lasts all day. The only downside is the lack of shades, though.

Customer review: "I always use Estee Lauder double wear foundation as even though it's £34, it lasts me a couple of months. However, I wanted to see if there was a good alternative, so I looked on the Internet and found that this was highly recommended and I can see why! Obviously, no single foundation is going to suit every single person but this definitely worked for me, it went on just like Double Wear and stayed in place all day (with a powder on top but I've always done that). I normally get Desert Beige in Double Wear and tried Sand Beige in this one and was very happy with the match. Vegan, good price and quality product!"

Pros

  • All day lasting
  • Suitable for sensitive skin
  • Vegan-friendly and cruelty-free

Cons

  • Limited shade range

Best highly rated Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation dupe

L'Oreal Paris Infallible 24hr Freshwear Liquid FoundationSuperdrug

This foundation is so light you'll forget you're even wearing it. Available in 26 shades, the L'Oréal Paris Infallible 32H Fresh Wear Foundation will last you up to 32 hours, is transfer-proof, life-proof, party-proof and waterproof. The finish isn't dewy but isn't matte, it's a lovely mid-range product. It has SPF 25 and has converted many a luxury foundation user in its time.

Customer review: "This product is brilliant! After spending £33 on Double Wear but not really liking the finish I thought maybe I should try a cheaper alternative! I will never look back. It has a lovely finish, not too dewy or matte. I have not had any spots after using and I have had comments about how flawless my face looks without the cake finish. Bargain."

Pros

  • Contains SPF 25+
  • Contains vitamin C
  • Up to 32-hour wear

Cons

  • Some found it slightly orange in tone

Best budget Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation dupe

Maybelline Fit Me! Matte and Poreless FoundationSephora

With medium to light coverage, this easily blendable foundation will give you a completely air-brushed and poreless look, just like Double Wear. It feels light on the skin, and the matte finish means it's a match made in heaven for those with oilier complexions.

Customer review: "This a great foundation, affordable and great coverage. Very light to wear and long-lasting. It is also very gentle on the skin, it doesn't irritate pores and acne. I really recommend this foundation to those who want a cheaper foundation with excellent quality."

Pros

  • Great value
  • Highly rated
  • Oil-free formula

Cons

  • Low in stock

Best Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation dupe with range of shades

NYX Professional Makeup Can't Stop Won't Stop Full Coverage FoundationSuperdrug

Providing a matte finish with full shine control, the NYX foundation is the perfect vegan alternative to Double Wear. The formula is suitable for all skin types and offers medium to buildable coverage. Oh, and with a staggering 45 shades - you'll find your true match, no problem.

Customer review: "Omg this foundation will give you a flawless complexion. This make-up does not budge even when you're getting your sweat on. This is now my go-to foundation. It's definitely worth investing in and well worth the money. I have had so many compliments on my skin since using this foundation."

Pros

  • Great choice of shades
  • Highly matte texture
  • Vegan-friendly and cruelty-free

Cons

  • More difficult to blend

Best Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation dupe for a natural finish

Catrice Cosmetics HD Liquid Coverage FoundationNotino

This lightweight Catrice Cosmetics HD Liquid Coverage Foundation delivers a matte finish that doesn't smudge, budge or transfer. Ideal for all skin types, it has hundreds of five-star reviews for its ability to glide on the skin, without sinking into pores or fine lines. It gives a natural but glowy finish and is buildable for day or evening wear. It's also paraben-free, cruelty-free and vegan-friendly.

Customer review: "This foundation has worked miracles for me! My skin is a combination of oily and dry, yet this foundation easily glides over my skin, without clinging to the dry patches. It's easy to blend, and gives full coverage. And it lasts all day!! It's quite a matte finish, but still looks very natural and lightweight. Definitely the best foundation I have tried, and reasonably priced too!"

Pros

  • Suitable for all skin types
  • Vegan-friendly and cruelty-free
  • Free from parabens

Cons

  • Limited shade range

Best recommended Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation dupe

Collection Cosmetics Lasting Perfection Matte FoundationCollection Cosmetics

Another foundation that's been compared to Double Wear all over TikTok is the Collection Cosmetics Lasting Perfection Matte Foundation. Offering a lightweight yet flawless matte finish, you can get up to 16 hours of full coverage. It adds a natural look with its 20-shade range, applies smoothly and is buildable for desired coverage.

Customer review: " I wasn't expecting a lot from foundation for £6.49 but I was so surprised when it arrived that I love it. It is a buildable foundation from medium to full coverage (depends how much product you use) which is great. The formula of this product is thick but it applies very easily. I tested it for 12h wear, and I can say it looks good for the whole day. In my opinion, it's very similar to Double Wear but 3 times cheaper. I love it!

Pros

  • Good shade range
  • Contains SPF 30
  • Vegan friendly

Cons

  • Not as long-lasting wear

Best non-comedogenic Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation dupe

Maybelline Foundation Superstay 24 Hour Longlasting FoundationSuperdrug

This Maybelline New York Superstay 24-Hour Longlasting Foundation has a little lighter coverage than some of the others but still has no problem tackling redness and acne. It's lightweight and non-comedogenic with an oil-free formula. Humidity, water and transfer resistant, the Superstay Longlasting Foundation does just that.

Customer review: " I normally use Estee Lauder Double Wear which is much more expensive but I would say the Maybelline foundation is very comparable to my usual Estee Lauder. Very impressed and would highly recommend this foundation. I will be purchasing another bottle when this bottle runs out."

Pros

  • Up to 24-hour wear
  • Oil-free formula
  • Humidity resistant

Cons

  • Limited shade range

Why is Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation so good?

Much like Clinique's Black Honey, Estée Lauder's Double Wear Foundation has reached cult status. (Don't worry, we have a Clinique Black Honey dupe for that too). Reviewers say they love that Double Wear easily makes it through a 12-hour day without any issues, has medium coverage from the first layer and delivers a beautiful satin finish to make skin look alive.

There's a great shade range so you're bound to find your ideal match with a little experimenting. For oily-skinned make-up lovers, it keeps oil at bay and won't break up even at the end of the day. It's comfortable to wear and doesn't collect in lines, which is a big bonus. For a natural dewy finish, layer with a liquid blush like a Rare Beauty blush dupe for some definition.

Probably the biggest drawback is that it doesn't come with a pump, which when you're splashing the cash on a luxury foundation, can be frustrating. However, Estée Lauder has clearly listened to its buyers, and you can now buy an Estee Lauder Double Wear Sip Pump separately. While nothing in this world can be perfect, Double Wear is pretty close.

Where can I find the best beauty dupes?

Looking for a longwear dupe, not just for your foundation, but for your favourite fragrance? This Dior Hypnotic Poison dupe went viral all over the internet for being a budget buy and a long-lasting dupe for luxury brand, Dior. It goes without saying but some of the best places to keep up to date on upcoming beauty dupes are TikTok, Twitter and YouTube. Keep an eye on those socials.

Aimee Jakes is the shopping editor across heat and Closer. As well as mainly writing about skincare launches, high-street fashion and gym bag essentials, she also regularly chats to celebs about their wellness routines for heat's Self-Care Sunday.

Jade Moscrop is the Commercial Content Editor for heat, specialising in lifestyle topics. When she’s not writing about moisturisers, lipstick dupes and gym leggings, you’ll usually find her on a hot girl walk, buying houseplants or listening to female-fronted rock bands.

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