Best makeup setting sprays June 2026
A good makeup setting spray can lock your look in place for hours. Whether you need a matte finish, a dewy glow, or something waterproof for a long day, there is a spray for you. This guide compares the top options to help you find the perfect match for your skin type and needs.
Last updated: 23 June 2026
Makeup Setting Sprays: Top 5
1
Urban Decay All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray 118ml
from £8.995 stores
from £8.99
5 stores
2
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray 34ml
from £12.993 stores
from £12.99
3 stores
3
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray 100ml
from £13.203 stores
from £13.20
3 stores
4
Iconic London Prep Set Glow 120ml
from £19.956 stores
from £19.95
6 stores
5
MAC Cosmetics Fix + Matte Spray 100ml
from £19.506 stores
from £19.50
6 stores
Urban Decay's All Nighter is a cult favourite known for its impressive staying power. It uniquely offers both moisturising properties and a matte finish, making it a versatile choice that suits all skin types. Its waterproof and cruelty-free formula locks makeup in place for hours.
Pros
Waterproof and long-lasting formula
Moisturising yet provides a matte finish
Suitable for all skin types
Paraben and cruelty-free
Generous 118 ml bottle
Cons
This is the travel-sized version of Charlotte Tilbury's popular Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray. Its compact 34 ml bottle is perfect for taking on trips, carrying in your handbag for touch-ups, or for trying out the formula before buying the full size.
Pros
From a premium beauty brand
Convenient 34 ml travel-friendly size
Cons
Very small quantity for regular use
Lacks detailed feature specifications
The full-size version of Charlotte Tilbury's Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray offers a generous 100 ml of product. It features a waterproof formula designed to lock your makeup in place for a lasting, flawless look.
Pros
Waterproof formula for extended wear
Full-size 100 ml bottle
Cons
Fewer listed features than some competitors
Iconic London's Prep Set Glow is a versatile spray that hydrates the skin while setting makeup. It's formulated to impart a radiant, dewy finish, making it ideal for those who prefer a luminous glow over a matte look. The large 120ml bottle offers a good amount of product.
Pros
Large 120 ml bottle
Moisturising formula
Creates a dewy, glowing finish
Cons
Not listed as waterproof
Not suitable for a matte look
The MAC Cosmetics Fix+ Matte spray is designed to set makeup while controlling surface shine for a matte look. Its formula is also moisturising, so it mattifies without leaving the skin feeling dry, making it a solid choice for all skin types.
Pros
Provides a shine-controlling matte finish
Moisturising formula prevents dryness
Suitable for all skin types
Cons
Not specified as being waterproof
Compare specifications
| Quantity | 118 ml | 34 ml | 100 ml | 120 ml | 100 ml |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price/ml | 118 | 34 | 100 | 120 | 100 |
| Skin type | Normal, Combination, Dry, Oily, All | — | — | — | All |
| Features | Waterproof, Moisturising, Matte, Paraben free, Cruelty free | — | Waterproof | Moisturising | Moisturising, Matte |
How we built the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular with our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert reviews. Specifically, we take into account how many users follow a product through price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in stores. No products are paid placements — the ranking is governed solely by data.
