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My foundation is discontinued :,(

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Feckinlego · 27/06/2016 19:02

Elizabeth Arden flawless finish compact. I've been using it 20 years. They've a new version out that's half the size and 3 times the price the bastards. Any recommendations? I'll pay for an expensive brand if it's worth it. Tia Smile

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Feckinlego · 27/06/2016 20:15

Anyone?

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gonegrey56 · 27/06/2016 20:27

I am not sure what skin type you have. I have a combination skin, and use YSL Fusion Ink. This is a sheer, easily blended liquid foundation that can be layered where you want more coverage . Lasts well and looks natural. Best foundation I have used and have tried many .

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Purplehonesty · 27/06/2016 20:38

Tropics have a lovely powder foundation thing

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Feckinlego · 27/06/2016 20:38

Thank you gonegrey. I have normal skin, with an occasional monthly breakout. Will look into that ysl one.

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Anon2309 · 27/06/2016 20:44

Estee lauder double wear, too faced born this way, clinique chubby in the nude (for medium coverage) or loreal infallible ultra matte.

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CoolToned · 27/06/2016 20:44

I feel you. My favourite The Face Shop CC cream has been discontinued. :(

What type of finish do you like? Matte? Dewy? How about skin-type? And age? Mature skin probably would benefit from something light, younger can go really heavy and matte.

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Malermalergoni · 27/06/2016 20:50

I hate Estée Lauder for this kind of thing. They did it with another of their best sellers (max cover foundation in ivory) . There are 100s of reviews and comments on forums asking for it to be reinstated- but no.
Anyhow, on the flawless finish compact I have seen this at two budget outlets, one a market stall and one a TOFS (the original factory store) if you have one locally . Colors were not the palest shades though. What shade did you need?

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LaurieFairyCake · 27/06/2016 20:51

Buy fuck tons on EBay - it's £12.99 SmileSmileSmile

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281526671672

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Malermalergoni · 27/06/2016 20:53

Also worth noting- a consultant on an Estée Lauder counter told me they have a factory outlet. It's somewhere quite Northern as far as I remember. Good discounts.

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Feckinlego · 28/06/2016 08:36

Thank you everyone. I'm 42 with normal skin. I like fairly light foundation. I loved the handiness of the ea compact. I've tried many other compacts over the years but they last about a week! Might try Estée Lauder daily wear, think they do a light one. Also saw a pan stick type thing, think it was MAC. That would be so handy but I'd be afraid it would be like the max factor one of the 80s - not a good look!

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violetbunny · 28/06/2016 08:53

Bobbi Brown does some great cream foundation compacts. I also really like her Skin Foundation Stick which is absolutely nothing like the pan stick foundation of the 80s. It's natural, lightweight, non greasy and stays very well for a stick foundation. I always take it when I travel as its so portable and easy to apply.

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violetbunny · 28/06/2016 08:55

Malermalergoni - the Estée Lauder outlet is called Cosmetics Company Outlet and is an outlet for Lauder-owned brands (including Clinique, MAC and Bobbi Brown). There used to be one in Bicester Village, I haven't visited in a couple of years but I presume it's still there.

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PinkyPlumet · 28/06/2016 09:01

I think fragrance direct still sell it, stock up!

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Only1scoop · 28/06/2016 09:05

Op check out your local TK maxx my mum still Manages to find her toasty beige compact in there.

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