Tester feedback: Commerce editor Sarah Han can’t recommend Tirtir’s fixing spray enough for her combination skin. “I still get a glowy finish—literally instant radiance, as you can see from the clip above—but the sebum-regulation properties keep the pores along my T-zone in check and prevent my makeup from settling into them throughout the day,” she attests.
Key ingredients: green apple polyphenols, Centella asiatica extract, polyvinylpyrrolidone (polymer) | Finish: dewy | Hours of wear: 24 | Waterproof: yes
Best Radiant Finish: L’Oréal Paris Infallible 3-Second Setting Spray Mist
Why it’s worth it: L’Oréal Paris’s Infallible 3-Second Setting Spray Mist may have a 36-hour hold on your makeup like ultra-matte formulas, but it won’t mess with the finish of your glowy looks. In fact, this ultra-fine mist is developed to boost the radiance of your look, thanks to its thin, vinyl-like veil of polymers that transparently hold cosmetics in place while still feeling breathable on skin. It’s no wonder how it became such a hit on TikTok and in the Allure office.
Tester feedback: “Getting my hands on the spray was the best decision I made going into the summer because my makeup did not budge at all, no matter how intense the summer sun was,” says social media manager Bianca Richards. “Even though we are transitioning into the fall, she’ll remain a mainstay in my routine—without breaking the bank!”
Key ingredients: polymers, dimethicone | Finish: radiant | Hours of wear: 36 | Waterproof: water-resistant
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Best Matte Finish: Revolution Beauty Superfix Misting Spray
Why it’s worth it: Revolution Beauty’s Superfix Misting Spray has an ultra-fine aerosol mister that feels like nothing more than a gust of air, but, trust us, its micro-fine formula is certainly working. It provides an ultra-matte finish that doesn’t give excess oil and sebum a chance to develop. Along with securing your look post-makeup application, Revolution Beauty’s fixing spray is enriched with aloe vera and vitamin E to ensure your conplexion has a plump, dewy look to it all day long.
Key ingredients: aloe vera extract, vitamin E | Finish: matte | Hours of wear: 8 | Waterproof: no
Best for Full Glam: Kryolan Fixing Aerosol Spray
Why it’s worth it: Both Jaikaran and Miami-based makeup artist Natalie Dresher shout out Kryolan’s Fixing Aerosol Spray as a fan-favorite amongst professionals. Dresher calls this the “O.G. of fixing sprays” because it acts as cellophane for your makeup, leaving an ever-so-slightly shiny finish that won’t dare budge. “It’s super long-lasting and provides serious hold, so if you’re working under hot lights or on an all-day shoot, you can trust your makeup will stay in place,” says Jaikaran. “Kryolan’s formula is also ideal for special effects or intense makeup looks since it’s made to withstand tougher conditions. Personally, it’s what I’ve used for concert and carnival makeup.”
