Setting spray

Setting spray (also finishing spray, makeup setting spray, finish spray, or makeup spray) is a cosmetic product designed to preserve applied make-up in place for long periods of time. Usually sold in small spray bottles, setting spray is applied by spritzing mist over the face, keeping the make-up application moist for several hours.^[1][2]

Industry[]

Originally produced for the entertainment industry by cosmetic companies, setting sprays were developed to limit make-up reapplication for actors in theatre and film.^[3]

Cosmetic company released a consumer-facing setting spray to the market, credited as being the first to do so.^[3] The product, called Makeup Finishing Spray, gained popularity in Hollywood, where it was used on programs such as Project Runway and Dancing With The Stars.^[3] Many celebrities adopted the use of setting sprays as well. ^[4][1]

Since Skindinavia's launch, many other setting sprays have entered the market, including products made by Eyes Lips Face (J.A. Cosmetics Corp), , and .

Entertainment industry[]

Because setting sprays can preserve make-up through heat, sweat and physical exertion, it has become a widely used product in the entertainment industry, favored by stylists in theatre, film and television.^[3]

Effectiveness[]

The cosmetics industry has accepted setting sprays as a complement to powders in keeping the skin from drying for longer periods of time,^[5] however there are product reviewers who have wondered if a setting spray is effective when not wearing foundation even though it has proven effective with minimal makeup.^[6]

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