Texture: A face full of makeup can result in the skin looking powdery or cakey. A makeup setting spray can help all of your complexion products melt together and look smoother. If that’s your main objective with using a setting spray, look for one that includes dimethicone, a silicone-derived synthetic polymer that’s often present in cosmetics to coat the skin and cause a blurring effect. A spray can also provide hydration to your skin, also helping it to look more even and less textured. Some hydrating ingredients to look for include hyaluronic acid, glycerin, squalane, aloe, and panthenol.

I’m Jessica, the beauty editor at Reviewed. I test all sorts of beauty products, from skincare to makeup to hair tools, as well as write and edit educational beauty stories. I’m not one to spend the money on a product if I don’t think it will be a game-changer for my routine, which is why I’m skeptical of setting sprays and their claims of keeping makeup in place for hours on end. I wanted to see if any of the options I tested could change my mind and convince me I must add this final step to my makeup routine. The Tests When choosing a setting spray, I highly recommend that it goes on easily and has no fragrance other than the scent of natural calming elements,” Rizzieri tells PEOPLE, mentioning rose, lavender, camomile, and cucumber. “I look for key ingredients that will hydrate the skin for that extra glow,” she says, such as hyaluronic acid. However, there are also ingredients you might want to stay away from. “I’m not a fan of any sprays with silicone,” says Tanis. "I don’t think it lasts throughout the day. He prefers ultra-fine mists that mix with the foundation you’re already wearing, illuminating and refreshing it in the process. Look to mists like the Tower 28 Beauty SOS Save.Our.Skin Daily Rescue Facial Spray for silicone-free options that would win the approval of celeb MUAs.Niacinamide – a type of Vitamin B3 that brightens the complexion and diminishes the look of pores and blemishes.

Now, let's talk about the formula. The Rare Beauty Always an Optimist 4-in-1 Mist is infused with skin-loving ingredients like lotus, gardenia, and white water lily extracts. These ingredients help to nourish and hydrate your skin, leaving it feeling soft and supple. Charlotte Tilbury's setting spray offers an incredibly dewy, glowy effect. While many people like this look, it wasn't ideal for oily skin. It's also scented. We like the smell but realize that added fragrance can be hit or miss. Of course, no round-up of makeup setters would be complete without a mention of the iconic Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray. It is a hero in the beauty community and basically bulletproof (but maybe don't test that), deserving of every rave review it gets. It's the ultimate makeup wingman (just read our Urban Decay All Nighter setting spray review if you don't believe us). Best part? There's a version of it for an ultra matte finish, extra glow and even one that's infused with vitamin C.There's a setting spray for every skin type," Williamson shares. "If you're someone with dry skin, you'll want to use a setting spray with hydrating ingredients like essential oils and hyaluronic acid for added moisture (like the Rare Beauty Always An Optimist Mist); but for oily skin, you may want to use a setting spray that will also help control shine (like the ONE/SIZE Waterproof Setting Spray)." How it’s held up: After a few months of use, we’ve actually come to like this spray more now than when we first used it. It definitely made us look dewier in the warmer months, but once the temperatures dropped and our skin dulled, we found ourselves reaching for this spray for its instant moisture and glowy results. How it’s held up: We’re still using this every day six months and two bottles later. We trust that it will keep our makeup in place and appreciate its non-oiliness without being drying. We’re devotees!