This makeup does what it says it's going to do. It gives oil control while balancing with hydration.The shade range is wonderful. It's a beautiful foundation. I think this formula is best for Combination skin. If you're oily you'll need to dab a bit of powder on your oily spots throughout the day. I see all the negative reviews and I wonder if people realize that Estée Lauder HAD to reformulate the foundation because Europe banned the ingredients of the Original. However, with so many people upset I think it would be wise for Estée Lauder to bring back the original exclusively for the American market. In my personal opinion this foundation is not all that bad. It's pretty nice actually. And no I'm not being paid by Estée Lauder to say that, I truly do believe that. I love Estée Lauder products and I'll always be a customer.

The new formula is terrible! It is so sticky, does not stay in place at all, and has horrible coverage. You cannot build on this foundation without it coming off completely nor can you blend anything while wearing this foundation because it just smears off.

I'm perplexed over the disappointment of this product. I can only gather women really loved the heavy thick coverage. Reformulation happens with industry standards and or product ingredients no longer available to a market. My two Chanel foundations were discontinued and a L'Oréal one. So it was time to find something comparable. I like a lighter buildable breathable foundation, not heavy and caked on. Previously tries at double wear were no bueno, way too heavy and thick! This new formula still performs the stay in place, but it breathes and doesn't feel like a mask. I can use this one whereas I could not on the old one. So I get it ladies, foundations you have used year after year, my L'Oréal one for 25 years and now gone. The Chanel around 15. So hopefully you find something but I'm super pleased with this double wear and it's now my daily wear when I wear makeup.

I've never worn double wear anything I don't feel like makeup needs to stay on me all day, especially at becoming 65 in a week. I tried the sample they sent me in my last order and I tell you this product transformed my face I was lifted and firm and the coverage was amazing and I don't even want full coverage, but I received it. I didn't even have to use under eye concealer which I'm staying away from these days as it just doesn't seem to be working that great for me. And it did last all day and my face felt firmer smoother no lines I mean I don't have a lot of lines because I take care of my skin, but I was really impressed with the finish. Even the color pure beige was perfect for me. I don't need a new foundation at this moment, but I almost want to purchase this anyway because I was blown away at the results and I wasn't even looking for them nor was I interested it was just from trying the sample and being really impressed. Plus the day that I tried it. I didn't have time that morning. I did not use a primer or a setting spray and the finish for the whole day was fantastic.

Why would you change the formula for a makeup that has been recognized as one of the best. I have been wearing the Doublewear Soft Tan for over 30 years. I am so disappointed in the new formula, does not give you a fresh look as the day goes by, it goes from okay to the worst in a hurry. Also seems to go orange. Needless to say that I'm on the hunt for a makeup that could go against the old formula!!! Just, WHY did you change it up.

I can't imagine why in the world a company took a best selling makeup and changed the formula. I've been using Double Wear for years, and the new formulation caused an eczema-like rash on my face where I had never had a rash before and random pimples. I'm 60 years old, and haven't had that many pimples in decades. I stopped using the makeup and the problems cleared up. I'd advise people with sensitive skin to steer clear of this makeup.

Like so many others, I have been a double Wear foundation user since I was in high school( I'm now in my 40s). I have very light and sensitive skin and this new formula does not play nicely with either. It comes off as orangey on my pale skin and breaks me out/ irritates my skin. I will be shopping for a new foundation - please listen to your customers and bring back the old formula!

I have been a double foundation user for at least 40 years! Yes, that's what I said! I cannot believe that they changed the formula after all this time." if it's not broke, why fix it" I do not like the new formula. One bit! It was very tacky. Did not stay on did not like the color. Nothing about. It was appealing at all. Please please please bring back the old formula.

Estee lauder made a big mistake changing the formula on this makeup. They don't even give us a choice to go back to the original formula. Just the mat formula only. I noticed the difference when I started using the map formula in my face felt sticky after applying the makeup. I did get a refund, but I am going to have to switch brands. I am no longer happy with estee. Lauder's products. It's sad because I have been using them for over a decade.

I've been using double wear foundation for over 20 years. I don't want to find a new foundation but the new formula is awful. I've gave it some time and bought a few bottles but the more I use it the more I hate it. I ran out and found an old bottle and was shocked at how much better it was. I miss it and I'm so disappointed in this bread. For the money that I pay for this makeup and the amount that I've spent over the years I am truly going to miss having my go to foundation. I used to recommend it to everyone and now I tell people that it's the worst.