Setting spray, we’ve all heard of it, but what is it? Setting spray is PERFECT because it allows for your makeup to stay ALL day, even rain or shine! In this blog post, you’ll learn what setting spray is, how to use it, and more!!
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What Is Setting Spray?
Setting spray is a makeup product used to lock everything in, think of it as the finishing layer that ensures everything stays in place! Setting spray is perfect to use especially in the heat, because it makes sure your makeup won’t move, melt, etc.
Which Setting Spray Is Best For Me?
Oily skin: Wet n Wild Photo Focus Matte Finish Setting
Combo skin: e.l.f. Cosmetics Makeup Mist & Set Setting Spray
Dry skin: NYX Makeup Setting Spray – Dewy Finish
Sensitive skin: Neutrogena Healthy Skin Radiant Makeup Setting Spray
How do I use setting spray?
- Setting spray should come as the last step in your makeup routine, grab your setting spray and give it a good shake!
- Next, close your eyes and spray from around 5 inches away all over your face. If you have falsies on or lash extensions, make sure to cover your eyes with your hand!
- Let dry and you’re done! Now your makeup is locked in and will last all-day!
Will setting spray give me a different finish?
Yes, let’s go over that! Setting spray can give you different results, such as either a matte or dewy finish. Whenever you’re looking to buy a setting spray make sure to check the finishing result of it, whether that be matte or dewy. It’s up to you!
Here is my makeup with the Benefit Setting Spray in the heat, I went on a two-mile walk with a friend and I was super shocked when I saw how good my makeup looked!
Commonly asked questions
I like to include these because it allows makeup beginners to learn EVERYTHING in one blog post rather than searching the whole internet!! Here are the questions and answers to the most popular searched things about setting spray!
Is setting spray bad for my skin?
It totally makes sense why you could be thinking that, and yes in certain cases setting sprays can be too harsh for sensitive skin. That’s why it’s important to look for one that is fragrance-free and contains ingredients such as aloe water and hydrologic acid.
A good cheap setting spray for sensitive skin is the Maybelline Lasting Fix Makeup Setting Spray
Setting spray vs. setting powder are they the same?
Great question! Both are known to do sort of the same things, let’s go over it!
Setting spray locks in your makeup, which allows it to stay all day.
Setting powder does sort of the same thing but instead, it takes away all the oil and shine from the day! Setting powder ensures your makeup won’t move, but it’s really ideal for oily skin. For those with drier skin setting powder may not work as well/ may result in a cakey finish.
Which setting spray is the best?
Personally, I really love using Elf Dewy Coconut Setting Mist! It’s cheap and locks my makeup in all day, + it has a super nice refreshing scent to it.
This one a bit more expensive but it’s the Benefit POREfessional Setting Spray, I love this one too. My makeup lasts all day too.
You don’t necessarily need an expensive setting mist, there are TONS of great drugstore setting sprays out there!
Is setting spray applied before or after makeup?
Setting spray is typically applied after makeup, but some like to apply setting spray after foundation and press with a damp beauty blender. This ensures your base stays all day, don’t do this every day because it’s a lot for your skin!
Is setting spray better than powder?
I’ve noticed that sometimes when using powder to lock in my makeup, it will look cakey. That’s why I lean towards setting spray more because it gives my skin a flawless finish since it’s not visible. For those with oily skin, powder is a great option or a mattifying setting spray.
Now you know all you need to know about setting spray! The purpose of setting spray is to lock in makeup, and you use it by shaking it and spraying it all over your face. Thank you for reading and check out The Basics for more content like this!
