The weather in Hong Kong is humid and hot. For girls who are prone to oily skin and sweating, the worst thing is having their makeup look cakey and smudged. In order to make the makeup last longer, besides choosing a foundation that controls oil, feels refreshing, and has high staying power, this step before finishing the makeup should never be ignored! There are more and more setting products on the market, so which one is the most suitable for oneself – setting spray, powder foundation, or loose powder?
// What is the difference between setting spray, foundation, and powder? ////
The main function of foundation and loose powder is to absorb oil and can be used for overall setting, or applied to specific areas of the face that are prone to oiliness such as the under eyes and nose. Setting spray creates a thin, lightweight film over the foundation, while also enhancing its adherence.
// Tips for using setting spray //
When using setting spray, be careful not to spray it directly onto your face. It is recommended to keep your face about 15-25 cm away and lightly press the spray 3 to 5 times. Use a Z, M, or X motion to lightly spray and lock in your makeup, allowing the lightweight and fine mist to evenly cover your complexion. This creates a thin protective film and helps your makeup last longer.
If you have oily skin and tend to produce more oil, it is recommended to spray a layer of setting spray after applying foundation, and then gently pat on a layer of loose powder/compact powder all over the face or on areas prone to oiliness such as the T-zone. This will help absorb excess oil on the face and make your makeup last longer.
The formula contains unique powders that use long-lasting oil control technology to effectively absorb excess oil and moisture, leaving the skin flawless. The dual-sided design allows for selection based on desired makeup effect, with the sponge texture side enhancing coverage and the velvet texture side enhancing skin smoothness.
ARMANI beauty POWER FABRIC+ upgraded version flawless long-lasting powder HK$655/9g
Combining the advantages of loose powder and compact powder, it has the light and soft focus effect of loose powder and the flawless effect of compact powder. It is lightweight, moisturizing, and does not cake, maintaining flawless and soft focus skin for 24 hours without changing color throughout the day.
NARS Soft Matte Perfect Powder HK$370
The new airbrush filter powder uses a breakthrough exclusive dual-focus soft focus technology, blending spherical and sheet-like dual micro-particle powders to fill pores and blur fine lines and flaws on the skin. It is also specially launched in limited edition lavender purple and rose pink shades for brightening and giving a rosy glow to the skin, eliminating dullness.
M‧A‧C Professional Flawless Sheer Filter Powder HK$320
Achieve long-lasting hydration and a radiant makeup look with the Ultra Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray, which provides a 24-hour water-glow effect and continuous moisturization. For a matte finish and oil-control, the Ultra Long-Lasting Matte Setting Spray offers a 24-hour oil-control effect, keeping your makeup fresh and matte without feeling tight.
The formula provides intense moisturization and creates a lightweight and smooth matte foundation that lasts for 24 hours, resisting sweat and oil throughout the day. The delicate mist is filled with the scent of Japanese cypress, and it contains extracts of Japanese rice and Japanese camellia seed oil, bringing a comfortable and lightweight feeling to the skin while maintaining a moisturized sensation all day long. Suitable for normal to oily skin.
shu uemura matte setting spray HK$285
The popular CLARINS long-lasting setting spray has three main functions: moisturizing, refreshing, and soothing. The new limited edition Camellia version contains organic aloe vera extract, which helps to moisturize and soothe all day long. It is especially effective in preventing makeup from smudging in humid and hot weather during spring and summer.
Clarins x foxco Long-lasting Setting Spray – Limited Edition Camellia HK$280/50ml
