Rimmel Lasting Finish 25 Hour Foundation

Bit late to the game trying this one aren't I? Please forgive me, we'll call it fashionably late. Anywho, I recently (and finally) gave this foundation a little trial run after seeing a 3 for 2 offer in my local Superdrug, and used it as an excuse to try find some new bargains. I spotted the 25 Hour promise and was more than excited to try it. My skin seems to repel foundation; unless it's reaaaally good. I basically live in Estee Lauder Double Wear. And as amazing as that is, at almost £30 a pop my purse really feels the strain of it. So onto the challenge of finding a drugstore foundation almost as good. 
First impressions means a look at the packaging. For me, it's okay but nothing to shout about. It's a good size and a sleek design. I'm very happy this comes as a pump though, as I always find I can apply the perfect amount onto my brush this way. In fact, that's one way it has the upper hand than Double Wear - Estee doesn't have a pump, disappointingly. 

The formula itself is quite scented, so that might be a turn off for some people but I didn't mind to be honest and didn't notice it after a while. This foundation claims to be full coverage, transfer resistant, lasting 25 hours without signs of fatigue. I decided to give this a trial, applying it very early in the mornings on busy days without reapplying it at all. I liked the lightweight feel to it when it sat on my skin and found it blended and applied quite easily. I definitely wouldn't agree that this is a full coverage foundation, more like medium. But it's easily buildable and I'm happy with how it covered my dark circles, red blotches and general discoloration, for the perfect base. 

Over the days I used this on I was really impressed with how long it lasted. From applying at around 7am, and finding it only needed topping up at around 10pm at night - this amazed me! However, I know this is only 14/15 hours and the makeup promises 25. I just don't think it would last that long, and so some people may be really disappointed. To be honest though, I'm still quite impressed with this for a drugstore brand. Estee Lauder Double Wear is much better in many ways, but admittedly I don't like to use that just any old day. This Rimmel one will provide good coverage and a lasting finish I can feel confident in. I'm happy to use this everyday and I'm really happy to add this to my collection.