8 Best Setting Sprays

Apply this setting spray lightly – a little goes a long way. It’s going to hold your makeup in place all day and help create a beautiful matte finish. The product leaves a slight glow, yet absorbs oil and controls high shine levels.

For this setting spray, no need to apply before makeup application, simply apply after all of your makeup is set and let the spray work it’s magic!

This cruelty-free formula absorbs oil and keeps shine levels under control. It’s long-lasting and is going to keep your makeup in place.

We believe that this is a quality setting spray that is extremely inexpensive. It runs for $5.19 for 2.03oz.

For this setting spray, if you have super oily skin, it’s recommended to apply this product before and after makeup.

The mist is very fine and does not feel oily, sticky, or heavy.

Let’s start with what this formula does NOT have. No parabens, no sulfates, no phthalates.

What it does have is Temperature Control Technology that will help lower the temperature of your makeup to help keep a perfect, shine-free matte finish. This cruelty-free formula is going to keep your makeup from smudging and fading throughout the day.

One of the higher priced setting sprays on our list, but if you have truly oily skin, you’re going to want to invest in this.

For a longer-lasting hold, it’s recommended to spray this mist onto your makeup brush or sponge. This setting mist spray is going to bring out the colors of your makeup and leave a vibrant finish. It has a lightweight feel with a firm hold that leaves a bright matte finish.

This product can also be used as a gentle mist to moisturize your face throughout the day. If you do spray this mister directly onto your face, make sure it is at least 8-12 inches away from your face as the product can come out a little thick.

This formula is entirely cruelty-free and contains aloe, green tea, cucumber, and vitamins A, C, and E. It’s going to nourish your skin while holding your makeup in place. The formula works great on sensitive skin, dry skin, and oily skin.

You’re getting two Elf Mist Sprays for $10.45. This is an absolute steal, and once you try this product, you’ll be happy you got two!

You can use this product to hydrate your dry skin, to help blend and finish your makeup after application, and even to revive your makeup and complexion throughout the day.

If you have extremely dry skin, it’s recommended to use this product before and after makeup application for the full hydrating benefits. The Evian minerals are going to help improve the overall tone and texture of your skin and leave a beautiful flake-free finish.

The company, Evian, is known for its natural mineral and hydrating products. This ultra-fine microdroplet mist goes on softly, allowing the top layers of the skin to absorb the hydration.

The 10.1 fl oz goes for $19. You don’t need much of this product to set your makeup; just a few sprays should hold all day – meaning at 10.1-ounces, this spray can last a long time.

The formula has an extremely lightweight feel and leaves no sticky residue. This mist hydrates your skin leaving it looking fresh and also will last all day long – so no need to reapply throughout the day! It’s going to give your makeup the perfect matte finish as well as enhance your contours and highlights.

This bottle has Lanceolata Leaf Extract and Mahonia Aquafolium Root Extract. The formula dries quickly and feels very light.

You’re getting a three-pack for $14.95 (and trust us, you’re going to want to stock up).

The application is light and has a very fresh smelling scent. The mist is super fine and never leaves your skin feeling sticky. You can use this to set makeup after application, but you can also use this as hydration for your skin throughout the day.

This formula has herbal extracts of organic rooibos, white and green tea, MSM, and DMAE. It provides anti-aging benefits as well as ultra hydration. If your skin is sensitive, damaged, or dehydrated this may be the setting spray you’ve been looking for.

This setting spray is currently on sale for $12.25. With its natural and soothing ingredients, this spray is going to help revitalize and improve your skin’s appearance.

This setting spray and primer absorbs oil quickly to provide a beautiful matte finish. If you have extremely oily skin, you may need to apply this spray again after about 4 or 5 hours. It’s not the longest-lasting setting spray on our list, but it’s definitely one of the strongest setting sprays.

The Rimmel Stay Matte Fix has a lovely cucumber extract which helps soothe skin while also providing hydration. It’s a quick-dry formula, and you’re not going to feel sticky after application.

Coming in at $5.67 for 3.4fl oz, this is probably one of the best values on our list. You’re getting a setting spray plus a primer – so you’re getting double bang for your buck.