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Awarded all across the board, it seems like no other setting spray will ever compare to Urban Decay’s All Night Long-Lasting Fixer. Just ask any beauty expert — certainly the majority of them will answer this. It’s dubbed as a legendary makeup spritzer, after all. 

One of the best setting sprays, the Urban Decay All Nighter Long Lasting Makeup takes pride in its formula that uses a patented Temperature Control Technology. This all-nighter setting spray technology is what makes this unique and has it positioned above everyone else.

As soon as the ultra-fine mist hits your face, it instantly lowers the temperature of your makeup, effectively preventing everything from melting off. Urban Decay also added hyaluronic acid for a luminous dewy skin mist look.

The All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray also prevents you from getting slick and shiny as the day (or night) goes on. This waterproof setting spray ensures your makeup remains in place for a whopping 16 hours! With this, you can truly dance the night away.

Makeup artists love this refreshing spray as it locks makeup so much that even after taking a dip in the pool, your makeup look stays the same. Add Urban Decay All Nighter to your makeup routine before and after applying makeup for that smooth makeup finish. 

PROS AND CONS OF THE URBAN DECAY ALL NIGHTER LONG-LASTING MAKEUP SETTING SPRAY

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Here’s a setting spray that’s considered the best — the classic Mac Prep + Prime Fix+. It’s also a staple in a professional makeup artist’s arsenal.

MAC’s fixing spray has become a household name thanks to its multi-tasking capabilities. It can prepare and prime your skin, and then fix all your makeup down to prevent it from fading away. 

Formulated with vitamins, minerals, green tea, chamomile, and cucumber, this alcohol-free mist delivers a boost of hydration to the skin once it’s spritzed.

As mentioned, you can use it to prep your skin, lock your makeup down, and as a refresher for more humid days. You can even use it as a mixer for your powder products.

This flawless setting spray can work for sensitive skin types as this is an alcohol-free setting spray. This refreshing spray also has a light mist for that luminous dewy skin mist finish. 

MAC promises that this pats down your makeup for a seamless finish and keeps it from fading for 12 hours.

PROS AND CONS OF THE MAC PREP + PRIME FIX+

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One of the best setting sprays for oily skin types. If you have this skin type, here’s something that you may want to look into.

NYX is at it yet again with another cult favorite, their Matte Finish Makeup Setting Spray. Just as it says on the tin, spraying this sets your makeup with a matte touch to it. NYX promises that this helps to keep the grease at bay, effectively locking your makeup in. 

NYX uses a lightweight and vegan formula for their spritzer, promising to prolong the wear and intensity of the pigments on your face. Not only that, but it’s affordable as well, making it a great favorite among beauty lovers.

If your skin is oily and you’ve tried multiple setting sprays that won’t work for your skin, add this mattifying setting spray to your makeup routine.

While we’re only singing praises for the Matte version of this NYX Professional makeup fixer in this article, it actually has other variants, namely Dewy and Radiant, to address other skin types.

PROS AND CONS OF THE NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP SETTING SPRAY

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Tired of touching up in the middle of the day? This drugstore setting spray, Milani Make It Last Setting Spray, is what you need in your arsenal.

A part of Milani’s Make It Last lineup — which includes a setting powder and a standalone primer — this spray is a multitasker that claims to “reduce the appearance of imperfections.” Use it to prep your skin, and then spritz it over to lock your best makeup look for the long haul. 

There are several variations of this spray, such as one with a dewy finish, one that has charcoal as the main ingredient, and one with SPF 30. No matter the variation though, Milani promises that you’ll enjoy their sprayer and be worry-free of creases and smudges for about 16 hours. They are also cruelty-free and vegan.

PROS AND CONS OF THE MILANI MAKE IT LAST

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Looking for a setting spray that goes well with all skin types? Cover FX has, well, got you covered. Dubbed a cult-favorite product, the brand’s High Performance Setting Spray promises to set makeup for long-wear without it fading, melting, or setting into fine lines.

This very mist also promises to protect your face from pollution as it contains fermented algae extract as the main ingredient. It also claims to reduce the appearance of pores.

Cover FX’s spray has a lightweight formula that’s free from alcohol, parabens, gluten, mineral oils, sulfates, and talc. It’s also fragrance-free, ideal for those who cannot stand strong scents in their beauty products.

The brand recommends spraying this on your favorite foundation/concealer brush or sponge before using it to apply to your face as it can also help in extending your makeup even longer.

PROS AND CONS OF THE COVER FX HIGH PERFORMANCE SETTING SPRAY

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Sticking to a budget and want a bang-for-the-buck setting sprayer? Look no further for the E.L.F. spray is here.

This product is definitely the most affordable one in this article. Would you believe that this starts with a price tag of PHP 299? That’s how affordable it is. 

This drugstore find is designed to hold your face and eye makeup in place for the entire day. E.L.F. claims that with just a spritz, it can revitalize your entire look.

Infused in this mist’s formula are aloe, green tea seed oil, cucumber, and even vitamins A, C, and E. All those ingredients account for soothing and hydrating the skin aside from keeping your foundation, bronzer, and everything in place.

PROS AND CONS OF THE E.L.F. MAKEUP MIST & SET

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Pixi by Petra stands out from the rest of its competitors as not only can their Makeup Fixing Mist keep your makeup from moving, but it can also take care of your skin.

Pixi by Petra prides itself on its skincare benefits by having rosewater, known for its hydrating properties, as an ingredient in its setting spray. Another of its main ingredients is green tea, which has antioxidant properties that can treat acne and moisturize the skin as well. 

That’s not all, though. This setting mist also contains willow bark extract, an ingredient that balances and reduces excess oil, as well as having the ability to minimize pores.

Celebrity makeup artist Katie Jane Hughes’ account swears by it, saying that this “fixing mist truly does care for both your makeup and your skin.”

PROS AND CONS OF THE PIXI BY PETRA MAKEUP FIXING MIST

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As a beauty editor, I put the One/Size On ‘Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray to the test, and I was seriously impressed enough to include it in our list of the best setting sprays.

With just a few spritzes, it kept my makeup intact for hours, even through humidity. The formula delivers a natural matte finish without looking flat, making it a great option for those with very oily skin.

Compared to a standard dewy setting spray, this one kept shine at bay much longer with just the right amount to give a shine-free finish. Infused with green tea extract, it also helps soothe stressed skin, while ingredients like hyaluronic acid prevent it from feeling overly dry.

However, those with dry skin might find this formula a bit intense, as it truly locks everything down. I compared a matte finish photo versus an oily skin photo, and the difference was striking—it visibly reduced shine.

If you’re looking for a flawless setting spray that offers a serious makeup grip, this is a top contender. While some might prefer a natural finish, this is for those who need a long-lasting, set makeup look that won’t budge.

PROS AND CONS OF THE ONE/SIZE ON ‘TIL DAWN MATTIFYING WATERPROOF SETTING SPRAY

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Aiming for that ultimate dewy glow? Anastasia Beverly Hills has your back with their water-based glowy setting spray.

Not only can it put your makeup in place, but this hydrating setting spray can also make your skin look radiant. It’s ideal for those with combination skin as it can both lock your make-up down and make your skin look glassy.

The brand asserts that you can use this in three ways: as a standalone spritzer for a healthy glow, as something to prep your skin for smooth make-up application, or as a setting mist with a dewy finish. 

It goes on weightlessly and even has a delicious coconut-vanilla scent when applied. Another thing that this spritzer has going for it is its gorgeous packaging and custom-designed nozzle. It comes in a luxe-looking bottle that has golden glitters and sparkles — but don’t let it fool you.

The product goes on clear and is free of any shimmers. The nozzle of the Anastasia Beverly Hills Dewy Setting Spray also has a rather cute touch to it as it seems to have a heart-shaped lock mechanism to prevent it from spilling or accidental spraying. 

PROS AND CONS OF THE ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS DEWY SET

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The Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Set + Refresh Spray stands out as a true hydrating setting spray. With just a few spritzes, my makeup stayed intact while my skin felt refreshed and comfortable throughout the day.

Unlike traditional mattifying sprays, this delivers a dewy finish, giving skin a naturally luminous finish without looking greasy. The formula is packed with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, making it an excellent option for those with sensitive skin.

When I compared it to a sensitive skin photo taken pre-application, I noticed a visible boost in hydration and glow.

For those who love a natural finish or prefer a glowy setting spray, this is a solid choice. It works beautifully as a hydrating mist, both for setting makeup and refreshing throughout the day.

While it doesn’t lock makeup down like a matte spray, it excels in keeping skin feeling fresh and plump. If you’re after the best setting spray for a dewy setting spray effect, this is a must-try.

PROS AND CONS OF THE MILK MAKEUP HYDRO GRIP SET + REFRESH KIT

#11: CHARLOTTE TILBURY AIRBRUSH FLAWLESS SETTING SPRAY

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Wearing full-glam makeup, and you’ll be out for more than ten hours? The Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless spray might be the one that you’re looking for.

With key ingredients such as aloe vera, Japanese green tea, and aromatic, this product is both a primer and a make-up setting spray that can make you look flawless all day long. 

Spritz this lightweight setting spray on your face before applying makeup, and then spritz it again afterward to leave your skin hydrated and your makeup in place.

It leaves you with an airbrushed, matte finish that won’t fade away even after several hours of jumping, dancing, and other activities. Before you know it, you’d be looking at a radiant photo of you!