Some styling sprays are meant to make your face smoother

If you want your makeup to last all day (or all night), there's no better insurance than a good setting spray. But learning how to properly apply a setting spray is the key to making your makeup last longer and look fresher. Depending on the formula you choose, it can extend the life of your makeup and make it transfer-proof, waterproof and sweat-proof. Some styling sprays are meant to make your face smoother, while others will give your skin a dewy glow. Read on to learn how and when to use a setting spray

What Is Setting Spray?

Setting spray is a formula that is applied to your makeup to lock it in and make it last for hours. Usually in a spray bottle, the formula can be changed to help you achieve different results from glowing to matte. You need to choose a styling spray based on the type of look you want as well as your specific skin type. Adding a setting spray to your makeup routine is an essential and often overlooked step. However, the benefits of knowing how to apply a setting spray are many, including the following:

Helps prevent makeup from melting, staining and fading

Go easy on makeup

Enhance your makeup

When to use setting spray

Now that we've covered why you should use a setting spray every day, it's just as important to understand how to best apply it. While it may seem simple, there are some common misconceptions about when to use a setting spray. For example, is the setting spray before or after applying powder? Can you apply multiple layers of makeup?

In general, setting sprays should be used as the last step in a makeup routine. When you finally spray it, it locks the makeup underneath you. However, if you want your look to last longer, you can apply it in between every step of your base makeup - after foundation, and then again after concealer, blush, contour, bronzer, and setting powder. If you use powdered products, setting sprays will make them look more natural and will also make them last longer.