6 of the best setting sprays so your make-up will *not* budge this summer
Ahh, the 50 degree heat is back, and so is melty make-up – bleurgh. Here, you’ll find all the best setting sprays in the Cosmo team’s beauty bags, from mattifying mists to dewy illuminators
Ahh, the 50 degree heat is back, and so is melty make-up – bleurgh. Here, you’ll find all the best setting sprays in the Cosmo team’s beauty bags, from mattifying mists to dewy illuminators

Sonam Basantani, Contributing Beauty Writer
MAC Prep + Prime Fix, Dhs100
A forever favourite, this is the only setting spray I constantly re-stock and swear by. Not only does it keep my make-up in place for hours on end, it gives me a natural hydrated glow, whilst also allowing my skin to look like

Milli Midwood, Editor-in-Chief
Huda Beauty Resting Boss Face Setting Spray, Dhs125 at shophudabeauty
If there’s one thing Huda Beauty is known for, it’s make-up that does not budge – and their Resting Boss Face Setting Spray is testament to that. Perfect to keep all that excess sebum at bay when the 50-degree temps hit this summer, this baby will hold your face in place allll day.

Nimotalai Oki, Editorial Assistant
NYX Matte Finish, Dhs53 at Namshi
After a full face-beat, a lightweight product that gives a matte finish is all I need, and this NYX Matte Finish setting spray does just that. The formula gives you a hydrated matte finish helps and also prevents make-up products from running, sliding and fading. 10/10 would deff recommend.

Sara Al Humiri, Social Media & Executive
Urban Decay All-Nighter Long Lasting Setting Spray, Dhs145 at Sephora
Urban Decay setting sprays have been my ride-or-die for as long as I can remember. Whether it’s their All-Nighter Long Lasting Setting Spray, or De-Slick Complexion Spray, your make-up won’t move throughout the day. And yes, I mean even in this heat! The easyto-use pump and microfine mist sits comfortably on top of your lewk with just a couple of spritzes. What more could we ask for?

Hafsa Lodi, Contributing Fashion Writer
Cover FX High Performance Setting Spray, Dhs156 at Sephora
Honestly, whoever invented the concept of setting spray, was a genius. One of my most frequent struggles with applying products was feeling like my face was dry, caked and in need of post-make-up moisture. My favourite these days is the Cover FX High Performance Setting Spray – not only does it seal in and protect makeup, it also refreshes and uplifts the skin.

Layla K. Saleh, Content Editor
Too Faced Hangover 3-in-1 Setting Spray, Dhs174 at Sephora
Too Faced may be best known for their Born This Way foundation (which, let’s be honest, is basically the eighth wonder of the world), but I must admit, their Hangover 3-in-1 Setting Spray is just next level. From the scent to the outcome, this baby is here to stay – literally! And we stan that power.
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