Makeup

Best Setting Sprays for Combination Skin

In this post, we will be talking about the best setting sprays for combination skin.

1. Urban Decay All-Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray

This is a lightweight setting spray that keeps makeup fresh, smudge-proof, and transfer-resistant for up to 16 hours which makes it suitable for combination skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$-$$

Pros:

  • It is long-lasting, waterproof, smudge-proof, transfer-resistant, and cooling + refreshing.
  • It is free of parabens and mineral oil. It is also vegan and cruelty-free.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Aqua / Water, Alcohol Denat., PVP, Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Glycereth-5 Lactate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenylpropanol, Parfum / Fragrance, Propanediol, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Poloxamer 407, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Maltodextrin, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, BHT.

2. The Morphe Continuous Setting Spray 

This is a continuous, air-powered spray that delivers an even and controlled application. The micro-fine mist sets liquid or powder makeup with a radiant finish.

RatingPrice
10/10$-$$

Pros:

  • It delivers a radiant finish.
  • It is infused with Vitamin E, Vitamin B5, and fruit extracts.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Cucumber Fruit Water, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Oleanolic Acid, PVP, Isododecane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Propanediol, Decyl Glucoside, Panthenol, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Fragrance, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Linalool.

3. Urban Decay – De-Slick Oil Control Setting Spray

This is a setting spray that delivers oil control and deflects shine for a matte complexion that lasts.

RatingPrice
10/10$-$$

It should be suitable for combination skin.

Pros:

  • It offers an oil-free, microfine mist that lowers the temperature of makeup to keep foundation, concealer, blush, and eyeshadow from smudging, fading, or sliding.
  • It gives a matte finish.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Alcohol Denat., PVP, Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Glycereth-5 Lactate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenylpropanol, Fragrance, Propanediol, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Poloxamer 407, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Maltodextrin, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, BHT.

4. Milk Makeup – Hydro Grip Set + Refresh Spray

This is a setting spray that should be suitable for combination skin because it locks in makeup for up to 12 hours and hydrates the skin with a dewy finish.

RatingPrice
10/10$-$$

Pros:

  • It is moisturizing and gives a dewy finish.
  • It is paraben-free, alcohol-free, fragrance-free, gluten-free, sulfate-free, phthalates-free, talc-free, vegan, clean, and cruelty-free.

Cons:

  • Does contain niacinamide which can be sensitive for some people.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Caprylyl Methicone, Octyldodecanol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Hemp Seed Extract, Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract, Sweet Cherry Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Orchis Mascula Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Eggplant Fruit Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Turmeric Leaf Extract, Hemp Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Vegetable Amino Acids, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Maltose, Sodium Phytate, Glycerin, Erythritol, Methyl Gluceth-10, Pentylene Glycol, Polyester-5, PVP, Sorbitol, Propylene Glycol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Amber Powder, Homarine HCl, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Acetate, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Blue 1.

5. Mac Cosmetics – Prep + Prime Fix+ Makeup Setting Spray

This is another setting spray that should be suitable for combination skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$-$$

Pros:

  • It hydrates, soothes, and refreshes skin.
  • It sets and improves the quality wear of makeup for up to 12 hours.
  • It is lightweight and infused with a blend of chamomile, green tea, and cucumber to soothe and refresh the skin.
  • It is paraben-free, sulfate-free, dermatologist-tested, ophthalmologist-tested, and non-acnegenic.

Cons:

  • Does contain fragrance.

What ingredients does it contain?

Ingredients: Water\Aqua\Eau, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Cucumber Fruit Extract, Matricaria Extract, Green Tea Leaf Extract, Coconut Fruit Extract, Algae Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caffeine, Panthenol, Arginine, Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ppg-26-Buteth-26, Fragrance, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate  ILN41686 

6. Charlotte Tilbury – Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray

This is a hydrating, alcohol- and oil-free setting spray that should be suitable for combination skin as it sets makeup for up to 16 hours without melting, fading, or settling into fine lines.

RatingPrice
10/10$-$$

Pros:

  • It weightlessly primes and sets makeup for up to 16 hours.
  • It hydrates and soothes the skin.
  • It contains film formers (sets makeup all day without melting, fading, or settling into lines) along with Japanese Green Tea, Aloe Vera, and Aromatic Resin (which helps to keep pores clear).
  • It is free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehyde, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, triclocarban, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances.
  • It is also vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free.

Cons:

  • Does contain fragrance.

What ingredients does it contain?

Aqua/Water/Eau, Amp-Acrylates/Allyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Pvp, Phenoxyethanol, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Polysorbate 20, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aloe Vera Leaf Juice Powder, Fragrance, Potassium Sorbate, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Pistacia Lentiscus Gum, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Phenethyl Alcohol.

7. CoverFX Dewy Finish Setting Spray

This is a dewy setting spray that moisturizes and sets makeup for combination skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$-$$

Pros:

  • It moisturizes and nourishes the skin with Prickly Pear Cactus Extract and Shea Butter.
  • This product is free of mineral oil, parabens, fragrance, gluten, talc, sulfates, and phthalates.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

INGREDIENTS: WATER, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, PEG-8 DIMETHICONE, PVP, PEG-50 SHEA BUTTER, GLYCERIN, PPG-3 BENZYL ETHER MYRISTATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, POLOXAMER 407, OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA STEM EXTRACT, SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE POWDER, SODIUM HYDROXIDE.

8. Elf Cosmetics – Makeup Mist & Set

This is another setting spray that should be suitable for combination skin types.

RatingPrice
10/10$-$$

Pros:

  • It is designed to hold your makeup in place all day and to revitalize makeup color with just a few sprays.
  • The formula contains aloe, green tea, cucumber, and vitamins A, C, and E to soothe and hydrate the skin. 
  • It is free from phthalates, sulfates, parabens, nonylphenol ethoxylates, triclosan, triclocarban, and hydroquinone.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, propylene glycol, amp-acrylates/allyl methacrylate copolymer, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, camellia sinensis leaf extract, tocopheryl acetate, butylene glycol, ppg-26-buteth-26, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, caprylyl glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, phenoxyethanol.

9. Milani – Make It Last Setting Spray Prime + Correct + Set

This lightweight spray preps, hydrates & sets makeup leaving the skin with a natural finish.

RatingPrice
10/10$-$$

Pros:

  • It provides up to 24HRS of wear and keeps makeup from fading & settling into lines so your look lasts all day and night.​
  • It is waterproof and sweatproof.
  • It is made with glycerin and 2% niacinamide.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Alcohol Denat., Niacinamide, Pvp, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Polaxamer 407, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Fragrance, Watermelon Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Citrulline, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate

10. Makeup Revolution Conceal & Define Infinite Setting Spray

This is a setting spray a lot of people recommend and the reviews on their website also say the same.

RatingPrice
10/10$-$$

Pros:

  • It provides 16 hours of wear.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

AQUA, ALCOHOL DENAT., PROPYLENE GLYCOL, AMP-ACRYLATES/ALLYL METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, PARFUM(FRAGRANCE), BENZYL ALCOHOL, PEG-12 DIMETHICONE, POLYSORBATE 20, POLYACRYLAMIDE, C13-14 ISOPARAFFIN, DEHYDROACETIC ACID, PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, LAURETH-7, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, AESCULUS HIPPOCASTANUM (HORSE CHESTNUT) SEED EXTRACT, PHENOXYETHANOL, SODIUM BENZOATE, RETINYL PALMITATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, PANTHENOL, SORBITOL, LINSEED ACID, TOCOPHEROL, CITRAL, CITRONELLOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL.

Honourable Mentions:

  • Make It Last Setting Spray Prime + Correct + Set
  • Skindinavia The Makeup Finishing Spray – Oil Control Formula

Which of these products would be suitable for me?

All of these products would be suitable for you.