Does your makeup tend to slide off easily in spite of applying a primer and setting powder? Allow me to introduce you to makeup fixer sprays. Once you’ve experienced its makeup extending and complexion perfecting magic, there’s no going back! Fixers also amp up protection against melting, smudging and budging especially in a hot and humid country like India. Think of it this way - your concealer is not creasing, your foundation hasn’t oxidised and changed colour, and your blush is in place even when you’ve been out and about.
Secondly, it is infused with light reflecting pigments that give your skin a plump and more radiant look. Plus, it keeps your makeup looking fresh, which means you’ll need way fewer ‘powder room trips’ to refresh your makeup.
But hold on, weren’t you promised something similar when you bought your primer?
When we think of ‘long lasting makeup’ we instinctively think of a primer. Because, in the makeup handbook, we were told that a primer was supposed to keep your makeup in place and prevent smudging. True, but not completely.
What a primer essentially does is smoothen out an uneven texture, reduce the appearance of large pores and create a clean canvas for your makeup to glide on smoothly. All these factors enable your makeup to stay put and keep it from creasing. On the other hand, a makeup fixer shields your makeup from sweat and water and drastically improves its longevity. Even though both their benefits overlap each other, a primer preps your skin for makeup while a makeup fixer keeps it in place.
To ensure that your makeup lasts *really* long, you’ve got to apply it the right way… Here’s what you need to do.
Step 1: Shake the bottle well
Sometimes, the ingredients in the makeup fixer tend to separate when the bottle is sitting around. So shake it really well before you use it.
Step 2: Hold it away from your face
You want to ensure that the spray covers all your makeup, which is why you should hold it at least 6-8 inches away from your face. Spray in a ‘X’ shape, and then spot spray if any patches are left.
Step 3: Let it dry
Don’t be in a rush to step out just yet, allow the makeup fixer to dry naturally. This allows the spray to sink in nicely and your makeup won’t smear.
Maybelline New York Fit Me Matte + Poreless Setting Spray Transfer-proof 24HR Oil-control Formula
Oily skin girlies, listen up! Gone are the days when you had to worry about an ‘oily slick takeover’ because this mattifying makeup fixer spray seals your look and gives it a poreless matte finish for 24 hours!
2. Best Splurge
It’s always been a cult favourite and for good reason. This tote-friendly mini version is ideal for vacations and touch-ups. It won’t take up a lot of space + you can use it as a primer as well as a makeup fixer on the go. Infused with natural ingredients like green tea, chamomile, cucumber, it provides instant hydration along with locking in your makeup for upto 12 hours.
3. Expert Pick
Beloved by makeup experts and celebrities, this 5-in-1 multitasker is sold every 3 minutes. Studies show that it sets and improves the wear of your makeup for up to 12 hours. Plus, if you’re travelling light you can also pick the tote-sized version.
4. Best For Night Outs
Make some space in your makeup vanity already, because this one is set to become your party go-to. It leaves behind a glow-y illuminating finish that’s perfect for when you want your makeup to dazzle! All thanks to the tiny reflecting particles that create a natural glow while locking in your makeup for upto 8 hours.
