Estée Lauder Double Wear Powder Foundation — 12-Hour Matte, Oil-Control Shade 1N2 Ecru (0.39 oz)

Estée Lauder Double Wear 12-Hour Stay-in-Place Matte Powder Foundation in 1N2 Ecru is a velvet-soft, micro-fine powder foundation that delivers instant matte coverage and oil control for up to 12 hours.

This compact powder foundation was developed using a Dual Fusion Process that blends emollients with pigments to create a weightless, cream-born powder. It provides medium-to-full buildable coverage with dimensional blurring for a smooth, shine-free finish and is formulated to resist sweat, humidity and transfer throughout a busy day.

How does this powder stay matte all day?

The formula combines oil-controlling ingredients with ultra-fine pigments and emollients, producing a matte surface that minimizes shine without feeling heavy. Its micro-fine texture blurs imperfections while holding color true for long wear.

• Dual Fusion Process: cream-derived powder for smooth application
• Oil-control pigments that reduce midday shine
• Micro-fine particles that create a blurring, matte surface
• Resistant to sweat, humidity and transfer for lasting performance

What level of coverage and finish can I expect?

Coverage ranges from medium to full and is buildable with the included two-sided applicator, so you can adjust from natural to more perfected looks. The finish is a soft, modern matte that still reads skin-like rather than flat.

• Medium-to-full, customizable coverage
• Two-sided applicator for layering or precise touch-ups
• Dimensional blurring yields a smooth, skin-like matte
• Velvet-soft feel that’s comfortable for all-day wear

Is this suitable for my skin type and routine?

The powder is formulated to control oil and resist sweat and humidity, making it especially suitable for combination and oily skin or for humid climates. It’s oil-free and dermatologist-tested to be non-comedogenic, so it integrates smoothly into most daily skincare and makeup routines.

• Oil-free and dermatologist-tested to minimize pore-clogging
• Waterproof and sweat-resistant for active days
• Works over primers and under setting sprays or alone
• Compact design is travel-friendly for touch-ups

How do I pick the right shade and undertone?

Choose shade intensity by your overall skin depth (light to deep) and then select undertone: Cool (C) for rosy skin, Neutral (N) for balanced skin, or Warm (W) for golden/olive skin. 1N2 Ecru is a light shade with neutral undertones designed to look natural without shifting color during the day.

• Match intensity first (light, medium, deep)
• Then pick undertone: C (cool), N (neutral), W (warm)
• 1N2 Ecru: light with neutral undertone for balanced skin tones
• Test at jawline in natural light for best match

Who is this for: Ideal for anyone who wants a long-lasting matte foundation that controls oil and gives customizable medium-to-full coverage without a heavy feel—particularly helpful for busy days, travel, humid climates, or oily/combination skin types. The compact format and included applicator make it convenient for on-the-go touch-ups, while the cream-derived powder texture keeps the finish skin-like and comfortable throughout the day.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zinc Stearate, Boron Nitride, Silica, Alumina, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/dicaprate, Magnesium Carbonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (ci 77891), Iron Oxides (ci 77491), Iron Oxides (ci 77492), Iron Oxides (ci 77499), Aluminum Powder (ci 77000), Bismuth Oxychloride (ci 77163), Bronze Powder (ci 77400), Chromium Hydroxide Green (ci 77289), Chromium Oxide Greens (ci 77288), Copper Powder (ci 77400), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (ci 77510), Ferric Ferrocyanide (ci 77510), Manganese Violet (ci 77742), Ultramarines (ci 77007), Blue 1 Lake (ci 42090), Yellow 5 Lake (ci 19140)] Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.