Setting spray is a liquid mist used to "set" your makeup look in place after applying it, helping it stay intact throughout the day
. It typically contains water and alcohol as its main ingredients
. The purpose of setting spray is to lock in your look, prevent fading, transferring, or migration of your makeup, and create a protective layer that holds your makeup in place
. Setting sprays can be used in various ways, such as:
- Spritzing over your entire face : After applying your makeup, hold the bottle about six inches from your face and lightly mist it onto your skin, focusing on areas like your forehead, eyes, cheeks, and lips
- Sandwich method : For a full face of makeup, you can opt for the sandwich method, which involves applying primer, makeup, and then setting spray. This method takes more time but can provide a more long-lasting result
- Primer and setting spray combination : Some makeup setting sprays can also double as primer sprays, which can be used to start and end your makeup routine
Setting sprays are recommended for maintaining a last-all-day look and ensuring your makeup stays fresh and in place
. They typically blend powders and creams together to look more natural and usually contain botanical oils that allow the powders to melt into the skin
