When you’re finishing off your makeup, the last thing you want to do is add more weight — which is why we love this ultra-fine, barely-there mist from E.l.f. Cosmetics that keeps our makeup perfect throughout the day (the brand boasts 16-hour wear) without the high-end price tag. While we love a nice glow, we appreciated the shine-controlled finish that this spray left us with, keeping our skin looking dewy, but not damp or oily. We noticed that this spray played particularly well with powders, which makes us believe that this is a great option for days that you’re getting ultra-glammed up. How it’s held up: We’re still reaching for this setting spray even after months of use, and we especially like it to liven up our skin after dusting our foundation with a light layer of powder for some extra staying power. This light hit of moisture brings a subtle glow to our skin without making us look oily — the perfect balance between moisturized and mattified. Makeup artists always have setting sprays in their kits, especially bridal makeup artists,” admits Carly Utting. “We need the client’s makeup to stay put throughout the day so a setting spray is a must for any makeup application.” Is finishing powder or setting spray better? Using a setting spray may seem pretty simple — just spray it all over your face when you're done with your makeup, and you're done, right? Well, if you want to take your makeup application expertise to the next level, New York City-based makeup artist Tommy suggests applying setting spray in a zig-zag motion, starting on the forehead and moving down to the chin. "I spritz it on the skin from a distance to help rehydrate the face after applying makeup," he says. I love using a setting spray over makeup to combat dryness and add longevity," says celebrity makeup artist Nydia Figueroa, explaining that some formulas prevent patchiness by creating a flexible barrier.

Despite the rave review, there is one con: The nozzle. It broke for some users, causing either too much product to come out or none at all. "The mist came out a little aggressively, so you need to be careful with the nozzle," our tester shares. A potential downside is the fragrance, which didn’t bother us personally, but can be a bit perfume-y for some. In terms of longevity, we were pleasantly surprised that after taking our facial masks off at the end of the day, our makeup still looked nearly flawless and very minimally oily.We're not the first to say it and we certainly won't be the last: You don't need to spend a ton of money to find beauty products that actually work. Case in point: Kim Kardashian once shared that she swears by Pixi Beauty's glycolic acid toner, proving that the London-based brand doesn't mess around when it comes to high-quality formulations. Unsurprisingly, the line's makeup-fixing mist is stellar — it prolongs makeup wear and keeps it from melting, even when temps reach triple digits. Aside from the obvious glam-extending benefits, I wanted to select a variety of makeup setting sprays that would serve different skin types - for example, mattifying ingredients for oily complexions. The actual applicator was also a big consideration for me. Heavy-handed pumps that soaked the face were ruled out, while delicate aerosol mists ranked highly. What is left is a list of the 10 best makeup setting sprays that work for all skin types. Do professional makeup artists use setting spray? While the initial spray was light, we got more product after the next two pumps and were entranced by the smell — a fusion of gardenias, lotuses, and waterlilies. The size of the bottle (almost 3 oz.) is also a plus, because you’re getting a good amount of product for the price. Its versatility and reasonable cost makes this setting spray ideal for a daily beauty routine. As Selena Gomez once said, “the heart wants what it wants," and our heart (and skin) says yes to this spray. There are so many formulas to consider, and not all are created equal. To help you find the perfect setting spray for your skin type, we enlisted the help of a handful of reviewers to research the most popular options and try them out firsthand in our lab. We spritzed our way through 28 setting sprays — keeping finish, formula and lasting power top of mind — to find the 11 best options. In the end, the Benefit Cosmetics Super Setter Pore-Minimizing Setting Spray caught our attention because of its pore-blurring finish and long-lasting hold, even after being splashed with water.

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