Night-out-proof makeup: all the ways to set your makeup
From primer to powder, to setting and fixing spray, the complete guide
G-Club
April 11th, 2025
April 11th, 2025
How many times have you come home after a wild night out, looked at yourself in the mirror, and realized that the image of you with perfect makeup has nothing to do with reality? The makeup is completely gone. But how can you avoid this from happening? Here are some products that will help keep your makeup intact and perfect.
All the ways to set makeup: the primer
Let's start with the basics. A primer is a product for the face that is applied before foundation or any other product. There are different types of primers, each designed to meet specific skin needs: it can be moisturizing, mattifying, smoothing, or lifting. But what concerns us and is necessary for us is the gripping primer. This product is formulated to strongly and durably adhere to the skin, creating a base that keeps makeup perfect for many hours. This primer, in fact, has a slightly sticky texture that allows the foundation and other products to set firmly, making them last much longer throughout the day.
Setting spray or fixing spray? Differences and similarities
Both aim to make your makeup last longer, but what's the difference? A setting spray is a product that is misted between makeup steps to blend the products together, creating a smooth and even base. Being water-based, it also has a moisturizing effect, making it perfect for those with dry skin. Its main purpose is to provide a light but lasting hold, preventing makeup from fading or smudging. The fixing spray, on the other hand, creates a protective barrier on finished makeup, making it ideal for those who need a stronger and longer-lasting hold, especially in intense situations like heat and humidity. Unlike the setting spray, the fixing spray is alcohol- and silicone-based, making it particularly effective at setting makeup and keeping it intact for hours, but it can dry out the skin.
The evergreen product: powder
The powder is one of the essential products to set your makeup and ensure it lasts all day. It is applied after the foundation and concealer to "set" the products, locking them in place so they don't move or fade. There are different types of powder, but the translucent powder is the most common, especially appreciated for the natural effect it offers. Being colorless, it is perfect for all skin types and does not alter the foundation color, maintaining a uniform appearance. Additionally, the powder is ideal for absorbing excess sebum, improving makeup wear. This makes it a perfect product to carry in your bag, allowing for quick touch-ups to keep your makeup fresh and flawless without having to redo it from scratch.
And for eye makeup?
Hours spent blending the perfect eye makeup, with precision and patience, and then, after just a few hours, it’s all smudged. To avoid this, the solution is here: the eye primer. This product creates a smooth and even base, helping eyeshadows adhere better and preventing them from smudging or moving over time.