Mid-day (and even midnight) makeup meltdown is a nightmare that every girl goes through great lengths just to avoid. And since we live in the hot and humid tropics, this battle takes an extra effort to win. But fear not, for setting sprays are the best weapon to make sure our makeup remains intact throughout the day (and night), and all our efforts to paint on a flawless look are not for naught. Yes, you may argue that after all the layers we have to pile on to achieve the perfect face (toner, serum, moisturizer, sunblock, primer, foundation, powder) one would hesitate to add yet another step to an already time-consuming routine. But believe us when we say this extra step is worth the extra effort. Check out our rundown of the best setting sprays to have in your beauty arsenal:
As the name states, this infallible spray extends makeup longevity and locks in your make-up effectively. It prevents makeup from settling into your fine lines and lessens the need for re-touching. Bonus: it’s very budget-friendly, so you don’t have to break the bank to make your makeup last. A pro-tip is to angle the bottle an arm’s length away before spraying, to mist it evenly.
Though the name says “All Nighter,” it actually helps makeup stay the entire day—16 hours to be exact. It suits all skin types and leaves skin with a soft-focus finish, perfect for #nofilter photo ops. The price tag may be a bit hefty, but as it guarantees a long-lasting, swoon-worthy look, it’s worth the splurge.
Besides keeping makeup from moving and melting, this mist also soothes and hydrates your skin. It contains green tea extract and rose water that protect, balance and hydrate—providing a one-two-punch combination of skincare and anti-smudge powers. It can be used both before or after applying makeup.
Dewy is a word most of us crave when going for a daily makeup look, and a few sprays of this mist helps one achieve just that. It’s enriched with thirteen (!) natural oils including argan, aloe vera, and fruit extracts that nourish your skin and provide a healthy complexion. It can be used at any point in your makeup routine—before, after, or hours later when in need of a quick refresher.
