*Sorry for the messy eyebrows guys.. growing-out-my-eyebrows-to reshape-them problems*
Why Estee Lauder?
I’ve always had a thing for Estee Lauder. I
don’t know whether it’s because I’ve seen my mum use the products religiously
since I was a dot, or because Kendall Jenner is the face of the brand - either
way, it’s a brand I’ve dabbled in here and there. I even worked on counter for
some weeks before my hectic university timetable wouldn’t allow me to carry on.
So, it’s fair to say I’ve got a little soft spot for the products that I spent
much of my time learning about.
My skin
I have oily to combination skin, which at
times can be a little unruly. It goes through stages – mainly for hormonal
reasons – and sometimes it’s clear whilst other times I have crazy breakouts. I
wish I was one of those people who only gets a spot or two but no, when I break
out, I really break out. And it was on one of those bad skin days that I
decided to go on the hunt for a foundation that doesn’t feel like an oily layer
on my skin or clog pores, whilst lasting a long time.
The down low on Double Wear Light
Double Wear Light is pretty
self-explanatory for already avid users of the original Double Wear. It’s a
much lighter formula for people looking for sheer-to-medium coverage; it still
carries elements of the original formula that so many women love, and it lasts
all day!
I’ve used Double Wear before, but full
cover in a foundation isn’t a desirable quality for me anymore. A lot of the
time my face feels cakey and uncomfortable – I hate it! However, Double Wear
Light allows me to start off with sheer everyday coverage that can be built up
without feeling thick and oily on the skin; it’s perfect for those looking for
a fuss-free foundation that gives a beautiful finish.
But most importantly, for those who suffer
with acne like myself this lightweight foundation is non-acnegenic (products
that are formulated to not clog the pores) and oil-free just like the original
Double Wear, which is so useful for oily skin types that are prone to breakouts.
The lightweight formula is perfect for
summer, and along with SPF 10, it really takes care of your skin all year
round.
Why have I chosen Double Wear Light instead of the original?
I’ve recently taken a different approach to
my skincare and makeup and I think this is important for all acne sufferers who
are conscious of their skin. It’s so important to be patient with yourself and
your skin during a breakout and I’ve come to realise that no amount of makeup
caked on my face will make me feel any more comfortable with my spots. So
instead, I think it’s time we embrace the lumps and bumps. Our skin goes
through so many changes throughout our lives and the naturally ‘airbrushed’
look is almost impossible without Photoshop.
Instead, I’ve been using lighter products
to cover up redness and just accepting that today, this is how my skin has
decided to be and I think we all should. After all, I can guarantee that the
only person looking at your spots is you – give people a pretty smile to look
at instead!
What makeup or skincare products are you
loving for acne-prone skin this Summer? : - )
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