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The Guardian - UK
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Lauren Luke

Lauren Luke's compacts

Lauren Luke: Compacts: Lauren Luke: Compacts, D&G
Dolce & Gabbana The Foundation in Cinnamon, £33.
Lauren says: Smooth, creamy and gives great coverage. Good-sized compact with sponge, and it ­applies like a dream. Splash out, this is definitely worth it. ★★★★★
Photograph: Sara Morris for the Guardian
Lauren Luke: Compacts: Lauren Luke: Compacts, Dior
Diorskin Nude Natural Glow powder in Sable Rose, £36.
Lauren says: Comes in three smooth shades: unify, sculpt and enlighten. Apply with the soft brush provided in stages and you get a great effect on face and cheeks. ★★★★
Photograph: Sara Morris for the Guardian
Lauren Luke: Compacts: Lauren Luke: Compacts, Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden Pure Finish ­powder foundation SPF20, £23, from Boots.
Lauren says: I like the added benefit of SPF, but not the dated fluffy puff supplied, and the ­powder was not creamy enough. ★★
Photograph: Sara Morris for the Guardian
Lauren Luke: Compacts: Lauren Luke: Compacts, Estee Lauder
Estée Lauder Golden Alligator ­Compact, £35.
Lauren says: Looks special and comes with a pretty sponge, which felt lovely and soft. Unfortunately, I found the powder too dry and it left my skin looking a little flaky. ★★★
Photograph: Sara Morris for the Guardian
Lauren Luke: Compacts: Lauren Luke: Compacts, Lancome
Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra in Beige Albâtre £32.50.
Lauren says: Comes with a good-sized mirror for on-the-go application. Nice colour and a decent creaminess to the formula – doesn’t dry skin and didn’t need foundation. ★★★★★
Photograph: Sara Morris for the Guardian
Lauren Luke: Compacts: Lauren Luke: Compacts, Sisley
Sisley Phyto-Poudre Compacte in Sand, £55.
Lauren says: Love the animal ­packaging. A sponge is included, so easy to ­apply, but the scent was old-­fashioned and the tone too orange. ★★
Photograph: Sara Morris for the Guardian
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