Spray
Want your makeup look to last? Our makeup setting spray edit has you covered. Long-wearing favourites like the Charlotte Tilbury setting spray have been hailed as backstage beauty secrets, and the Laura Mercier setting spray delivers hydration and hold in equal measure, while Hourglass' Veil Soft Focus blurs imperfections for a soft-focus finish. Whether you're attending a special event, have a long day ahead, or are prone to midday shine, these formulas will keep your makeup fresh, comfortable, and flawless.
Your Questions, Answered
Setting spray helps lock makeup in place by forming a lightweight, breathable layer over your skin. It extends wear, reduces fading and creasing, and helps keep your makeup looking fresh for longer. It is especially helpful in heat and humidity or on special occasions where you need your makeup to last.
Setting spray is usually applied after powder as the final step in your makeup routine. This helps seal your base and soften any powdery finish. You can also lightly mist between layers for added longevity and a more natural look.
The best setting spray depends on your skin type and finish preference. Hydrating sprays like the Rare Beauty Always An Optimist 4-in-1 Mist are ideal for dry skin, while mattifying and blurring sprays work well for oily or shine-prone complexions. We've rounded up the best setting sprays to help you pick.
Setting spray and primer serve different purposes. Primer preps your skin before makeup to smooth and hydrate, while the setting spray is applied as the last step of your makeup routine to lock everything in place. For best results, use both as part of a flawless and long-lasting base routine.
