I just tried every Estée Lauder foundation for the first time—and my final verdict was totally unexpected

I was seriously impressed by this foundation's coverage. It concealed all my blemishes and kept my redness at bay, which not many foundations can do. It's not something I would reach for everyday, as it can feel heavy on the skin, but if I was going to an event, this would definitely be my go-to. One thing to note, a little goes a long way, so you don't need to use a lot when applying.

Ok, this might just be my new favourite foundation. It's lightweight, gives buildable coverage and leaves your skin with a gorgeous glow. The fact that it also has SPF 45 is an added bonus. I wore it all day and it didn't budge, however I did have to touch up my T-zone with powder, so it's worth keeping that in mind if you have oilier skin. All in all, this foundation really stood out to me, and I will be recommending it to all of my family and friends.

"Futurist Hydra Rescue Foundation gives you skin-loving care, hydration and SPF 45 protection," says Katie. "If you're after a glowy complexion but still want great coverage, you will love this formula. It glides on like a moisturiser, yet covers visible redness and diffuses the look of imperfections."

The foundation of all foundations. I can totally see why everyone loves Estée Lauder's Double Wear. It lasts all day, controls oil and gives a full-coverage finish. Did you know it's also sweat-resistant and waterproof? I was really impressed, but if you prefer a more dewy finish, then this might not be the one for you.

So, what did Katie have to say? "Double Wear is our best-selling, buildable coverage foundation. If you want to forget about your makeup all day, this is the foundation for you. It gives 24hr wear but has a comfortable formulation with a cashmere matte finish. Want to add extra hydration or glow? Mix it with a drop of our famous Advanced Night Repair Serum."

What I love about this product is that it can work as a foundation and a setting powder. I tried it out as both, and found it gave a matte finish that didn't look heavy on the skin. The compact packaging made it super easy to apply and it was great for popping in my handbag to touch up my look throughout the day.

For those of you who like a natural finish, say hello to the Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Foundation. This lighter version of the famous Double Wear formula is weightless on the skin, and left me with a healthy looking glow that was perfect for my 'no make-up make-up' days. It smooths your complexion whilst still letting your skin texture come through, and I found it comfortable to wear all day whilst working from home. That being said, if you are looking for something to cover blemishes, I would recommend one of the other options above.