The 10 Best Setting Sprays for Long-Lasting Makeup

You spend all that time perfecting your foundation, concealer, and eyeshadow, only to have it melt off your face by lunch. I’ve been there. It’s the worst. A good makeup setting spray is the difference between a flawless look that lasts and a smudgy mess.

But not all setting sprays are the same. Some are for a matte finish, others give you a dewy glow. Some feel like hairspray for your face, and others are a fine, hydrating mist. I’ve tested so many of them to find the ones that actually work.

Here are the best makeup setting sprays I’ve found that will lock your look in place all day (and night) long.

 

 

The Best Makeup Setting Sprays for 2026

Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray

The Urban Decay All Nighter is $36, and honestly, it’s a classic for a reason. This stuff is my go-to for big events, especially in the summer. It uses a special temperature control technology that literally keeps your makeup from melting in the heat. It’s no joke.

My makeup looks just as good at the end of the night as it did when I first applied it. It keeps my oily T-zone in check without feeling heavy or tight. It just works.

The Downside: I’ve noticed the newer formula doesn’t have that intense cooling sensation it used to, which was a nice little perk.

 

 

e.l.f. Cosmetics Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray

For just $11, this spray from e.l.f. is fantastic if you have dry skin or just love a dewy finish. It’s a bi-phase formula, so you have to shake it really well to mix the hydrating part with the gripping part. The mist is super fine and doesn’t feel greasy at all.

It gives my skin this really natural, healthy-looking glow that lasts all day. It really does seem to grip my makeup and keep it from settling into fine lines.

The Downside: It can feel a little sticky on the skin for the first few minutes after you apply it.

 

 

NYX Professional Makeup The Face Glue Gripping Setting Spray

This NYX spray is only $10 and the name “Face Glue” is pretty accurate. If you need your makeup to be waterproof and transfer-resistant for a super long time, this is a great drugstore pick. It feels surprisingly lightweight on the skin.

I found it really boosts the vibrancy of my eyeshadow and blush, locking everything down without that stiff feeling. It’s a workhorse for the price.

The Downside: It contains alcohol, so if you have very sensitive or dry skin, it might be a little drying.

 

 

Milk Makeup Hydro Grip 12HR Dewy Setting Spray

The Milk Makeup Hydro Grip spray costs $32. This is the one I reach for when I want that hydrated, “glass skin” effect. It’s alcohol-free, so it never dries out my skin or clogs my pores, which is a huge plus.

It gives a beautiful dewy finish that isn’t glittery or oily—just a healthy glow. My makeup doesn’t crease or fade when I wear this, even after a full 12-hour day.

The Downside: The price is a bit high compared to some other great options.

 

 

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray

At $42, this one is a splurge, but it lives up to the hype. The Charlotte Tilbury spray creates a soft-focus, airbrushed look that I’m obsessed with. It blurs my pores and locks makeup in place for hours.

It creates this weightless, waterproof veil over my makeup that just makes my skin look smoother and more finished. It feels very luxurious.

The Downside: It has a noticeable fragrance, which smells nice, but it might irritate very sensitive skin.

 

 

Tarte Shape Tape Stay Spray Setting Spray

This Tarte spray is $24 and is a beast against sweat and humidity. If you need something truly waterproof and transfer-proof, this is a solid choice. It doesn’t change the finish of my makeup, whether I’m going for matte or dewy.

The mist is incredibly fine, so it doesn’t leave little droplets on your face. It has a light, refreshing scent and feels soothing on the skin, which I love.

The Downside: It contains alcohol denat., which can be drying for some skin types if used every day.

 

 

MAC Prep + Prime Fix+ Primer and Setting Spray

The MAC Fix+ is $18 for a mini size and it’s such a versatile product. I use it to prime my skin, set my makeup, and even just to refresh my face during the day. It’s packed with skin-loving stuff like green tea and cucumber.

It’s amazing for melting powders into the skin so they look less cakey. I also love spraying it on my eyeshadow brush to make metallic shades pop.

The Downside: It’s not the strongest setting spray for controlling heavy oil. It’s more of a makeup melder and refresher.

 

 

Anastasia Beverly Hills Dewy Set Hydrating Setting Spray

For $22, the ABH Dewy Set is perfect for anyone with dry skin who wants a radiant glow. It blends all your makeup together seamlessly for a finish that looks dewy but not oily. It feels super lightweight and hydrating.

I can use it before makeup as a prep step or after to set everything in place. It gives a really pretty, healthy sheen to the skin without feeling heavy.

The Downside: On my combination skin, the dewy effect can sometimes be a little too subtle.

 

 

Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Super Setter Setting Spray

This spray from Benefit is $36 and is amazing for a pore-blurring, matte look. Just like the primer, it helps smooth the look of skin and keeps shine away. The mist is ultra-fine and coats my skin evenly without any splotches.

It’s alcohol-free, which is great, and it really does help my makeup stay put without creasing for hours. It’s a go-to for my oily days.

The Downside: I’ve noticed a little bit of fading after a very long, 12+ hour day.

 

 

Morphe Continuous Setting Mist

The Morphe setting mist is $20 and comes in an aerosol can, which is different from most sprays. This gives you a super fine, continuous mist that feels amazing and applies so evenly. It helps blend everything together for a natural, skin-like finish.

It’s a great value for the amount you get, and it feels very hydrating on the skin. It’s a solid budget-friendly option.

The Downside: It doesn’t have the strongest hold, so if you have very oily skin, you might need something with more power.

Finding the best makeup setting spray really depends on your skin type and the finish you want. If you have oily skin or need your makeup to last through a hurricane, a powerful matte spray like Urban Decay or NYX is your best bet.

But if you have dry skin or just love that glowy, hydrated look, something like the e.l.f. or Milk Makeup sprays will be perfect. It’s worth having one you trust in your makeup bag.