A Cheaper Alternative To Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation

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If you are a regular reader of my blog you will know I swear by my Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation, for a full review CLICK HERE.


But recently I have moved house and got myself a dog, Darcy (who I will post a pic of at the bottom of these posts as everyone has been asking about her), so I have been trying to save a bit of cash where I can, so when I recently ran out of my much loved Estee Lauder Double Wear, which costs £26.50 per bottle, I started to search for a cheaper alternative.


And I came across this.....


Maxfactor Facefinity All Day Flawless 3 in 1 foundation in shade Warm Almond RRP £12.99

Now Warm Almond sounds like it would be too dark for me as I usually still to the porcelain shades but it was the 2nd lightest shade and when I tested it on my hand it was a perfect match. When I use Double Wear I use the second lightest shade called Ecru. 

Before even putting it on my face it has one up on Double Wear as this foundation comes with a pump, which Double Wear doesn't. You can buy a pump from Estee Lauder but as the foundation already costs £26.50 I think it should at least come with a pump!


I have done a before and after picture of my cheek, as my skin has been quite blotchy recently, so you can see the coverage.

BEFORE

AFTER

This Maxfactor foundation gives a medium coverage but can be built to a full coverage when you apply more, but using too much can give you a cakey effect. The matte finish matches my skin perfectly and it lasts all day without going oily or patchy. 

I have to say the Maxfactor doesn't feel as heavy on the skin as Estee Lauder's Double Wear which is a huge bonus, I hate the heavy feeling of foundation, this is the main difference in the foundations, oh and the price!

What do you think? Have you tried this Maxfactor foundation?

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Here's a picture of my cheeky little girl Darcy, my lovely friend Nardine sent Darcy a goody box full of wonderful things.....


We left Darcy for not even 10 minutes with her new toys and this is what we found.....


Very cute, yes, very mischievousness, YES!


CONVERSATION

19 Comments:

  1. AngelaWednesday, 20 February 2013 at 15:35:00 GMT

    wow i really like the way your skin looks with that new foundation. With it looking that good you don't need to spend the extra £15 at all. I May have to remember this next time i need foundation. I saw your post up in the FB group page, let me know if you want to follow each other too hon
    Angela x

    http://british-bargains-and-beauty.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. EmWednesday, 20 February 2013 at 15:54:00 GMT

      That's exactly what I thought Angela. I will check out your blog too.

      x

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  2. Karen DoverWednesday, 20 February 2013 at 15:37:00 GMT

    Destructive Darcy pic makes me smile everytime I see it, I am still trying to get a sample of Double wear as I really want to try it, Robert threw away the sample I found in a mag he thought it was rubbish, I wasn't happy lol. The Max factor one does look good though but I do need a really good coverage as I have a few dark marks and scars which I need to cover xxxx

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    1. EmWednesday, 20 February 2013 at 15:55:00 GMT

      Definitely get a sample of DW then Karen as the coverage is fantastic! I LOL every time I see Darcy's pic hehe!

      x

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  3. LoveFayexoxoWednesday, 20 February 2013 at 16:20:00 GMT

    love this!! I've never seen this foundation before but it looks great on your skin!
    oh and your pup is adorable :)

    lovefayexoxo.blogspot.co.uk

    LoveFaye xoxo

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    1. EmWednesday, 20 February 2013 at 16:48:00 GMT

      I tested loads out in Superdrug and this was the closest match :) Darcy is cute but very cheeky lol!

      x

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  4. Beauty FiendWednesday, 20 February 2013 at 16:38:00 GMT

    Wow this really does look very similiar to the estee lauder but of course no where near as expensive! Your dog is adorable by the way :)

    Beauty Fiends Blog

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    1. EmWednesday, 20 February 2013 at 16:49:00 GMT

      I am glad I have found it! Saves a few ££'s. Thanks hun!

      x

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  5. Shell SenselessWednesday, 20 February 2013 at 17:51:00 GMT

    Will definitely have to try that foundation, it looks really good in your picture. :) x

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  6. ABIThursday, 21 February 2013 at 00:34:00 GMT

    It looks good.. we'll have a look :)

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  7. beautyqueenukThursday, 21 February 2013 at 09:38:00 GMT

    That foundation looks amazing and ive never seen it before either.... bless Darcy too ha xx

    http://beautyqueenuk.blogspot.co.uk/

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  8. Ms RipperThursday, 21 February 2013 at 11:28:00 GMT

    Im after a new foundation too - and whilst I dont think DW works for me, I will definately check this out! Thanks lovely!!

    www.themediocrebanana.blogspot.com

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  9. LaurenThursday, 21 February 2013 at 16:36:00 GMT

    Darcy is gorgeous! Love the alternative, can't wait to see if it has the great same effects for me

    Lauren
    Fashionswirls.blogspot.com

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  10. KelseySunday, 24 February 2013 at 12:21:00 GMT

    Oh wow, the Estee Lauder alternative looks great! I also use this foundation (If you have a CCS near you they stock it for £19!) but mught try the maxfactor one as a comparison and money saver!

    I found your blog via the #bbloggers bloghop :)

    Kelsey xx

    Kelseydawnbeautyblog.blogspot.com

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