Keep your makeup looking fresh day to night with these top-rated setting sprays
A spritz from these little bottles of wonder will keep your glam in check and have you looking as fresh as ever. Scroll through to see our favourite setting sprays and say goodbye to having to deal with greasy skin, melting makeup, smudging, reapplying product, and all that other not-so-fun stuff.
1. Dewy Setting Spray by Cover FX, $31
Cover FXWe love this setting spray by Cover FX because not only will your makeup stay in place, but your skin will feel hydrated all day thanks to ingredients like shea butter and prickly pear cactus extract. This spray is great for normal to dry skin, and will leave your face with a dewy glow.
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2. Matte Magic Mist by e.l.f, $5
e.l.fFrequent jet-setter or road-tripper? This small vegan magic mist is the perfect size to throw into your travel kit. This product is vegan, cruelty-free, and made with ingredients like vitamins B, E, and arctium majus root. Another plus point? You really can’t go wrong with the price!
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3. All Nighter by Urban Decay, $42
Urban DecayHere’s a cult classic for makeup lovers and professional artists. This weightless spray by Urban Decay will keep your makeup locked down and cool for up to 16 hours thanks to its patented Temperature Control Technology formula. It’s a great product for all skin types, and will definitely become a daily favourite.
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4. Matte Finish Spray BY NYX-1, $10
NYXIf your skin tends to get oilier throughout the day, then this setting spray by NYX-1 will solve all your problems. We love the lightweight, matte finish that will keep your makeup looking gorgeous for hours. Plus, it’s super affordable and conveniently found in major drugstores too.
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5. Hangover 3 in 1 Spray (Watermelon Edition) by Too Faced, $40
Too FacedThis multitasking bottle has been a favourite for years—and for all the right reasons. It not only works as a setting spray, but can also be used as a primer before applying makeup, and as a hydrating pick-me-up whenever your skin feels dull. Try this special edition of watermelon extract infused with its regular ingredients, like coconut water and aloe leaf juice.
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6. Fix It Forget It Spray by Lancôme, $42
LancômeThere are tons of benefits in this product, including 24-hour long-lasting makeup wear, kiwi plant extract, which boosts vitamin C and protects your face from pollution, moringa seed, witch hazel, and hyaluronic acid, which acts as a skin conditioner. From acne-prone to sensitive or dry, it’s safe for a variety of skin types.
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7. Prep + Prime Fix by MAC-1, $33
MACGive your makeup the finish it deserves with this ever-popular spray by MAC-1. It’s dermatologist-tested, lightweight, hydrating and enriched with a number of goodies, like green tea, chamomile and cucumber, to keep your face radiant and moisturized. Give it a try in different scents like rose, lavender or coconut.
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8. Continuous Setting Mist by Morphe, $20
MorpheCaked and fading makeup are things of the past with this must-have product that’s known as the Holy Grail of setting sprays. Hold the bottle around 8 to 10 inches from your face, let the air-powered micro-fine mist spray all over, and off you go to seize the day absolutely smudge-free!
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9. shape tape™ Stay Spray by Tarte, $30
TarteOnce you apply Tarte’s vegan spray, it quickly works to turn your makeup both sweat-proof and waterproof. Don’t worry about this product leaving any greasy residue behind. You’ll also love how your skin will feel refreshed for hours thanks to natural cucumber and aloe extract.
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10. Glowsetter by Glamglow, $32
GlamglowThis flashy little bottle looks good and works well too. Caffeine, mineral-charged waters, and a blend of green, white and red tea give your skin an instant boost of glow that’s long-lasting and packed with hydration. You’ll look like you just applied your makeup, even if it's been on all day. Insider tip: Put this spray in the fridge for a few hours for an extra cooling burst.
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11. Photo Finish Setting Spray by Smashbox, $39
SmashboxSmashbox Cosmetics is known for its high-quality products, and this setting spray is no exception. It’s cruelty-free, vegan and safe to use for all skin types. We love how light it feels on the face and that it sets your makeup for up to 16 hours without getting greasy or sticky.
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