8 setting sprays to brave you through Singapore's heat and humidity

Mists for long-lasting makeup

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Singapore’s heat and humidity can be makeup’s biggest enemy, after all, who wants smudgy, worn off makeup? And if you have oily skin, you’ll be lucky if your foundation or blusher hasn’t melted off by noon. A simple solution: end of your makeup routine with a makeup setting spray. Just a few spritzs of these refreshing mists will keep you looking fresh throughout the day.

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Boscia White Charcoal Mattifying Makeup Setting Spray, $57

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This fine mist not only minimises the appearance of pores, gently mattifies and sets makeup, it also has white charcoal to help keep the moisture locked in and antioxidant-rich black tea extract to fight free radical damage and boost skin elasticity. 

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Dior Hydra Life Moist & Fix, $58

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This not only helps makeup wear, it also has a skin-loving formula that hydrates and plump skin so it can better withstand stress and fatigue. It is enriched with a trio of flower extracts: jitsen from Uzbekistan stimulates aquaporin 3 to boost moisture levels, mallow from Anjou boosts aquaporin 9 to stimulate the renewal of epidermal cells while centella from Madagascar restores skin elasticity.

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Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray, $48

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This weightless spray keeps your makeup looking fresh for up to 16 hours so you don't have to worry about it melting, cracking, fading or settling into fine lines for smoother looking skin. It has a patented Temperature Control Technology that lowers the temperature of your makeup to keep your foundation, eyeshadow, blush and concealer in place, even in hot and humid or cold and windy conditions. 

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Supergoop! Defense Refresh Setting Mist SPF 50, $42

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This multi-tasking 3-in-1 combines the benefits of a sunscreen, makeup setting spray and facial mist. It delivers broad spectrum SPF 50 protection, while optical diffusing silica controls oil to reduce shine and live a matte finish. Antioxidant-rich rosemary and mint help to nourish and invigorate skin. 

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M.A.C Prep + Prime Fix+ Spray, $34

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This lightweight mist is packed with vitamins and minerals, and infused with a blend of green tea, chamomile and cucumber to gently soothe and refresh the skin. It gives an instant boost of hydration while delivering a soft sheen to refresh and set makeup. 

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Too Faced Hangover 3-in-1 Primer & Setting Spray, $49

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This 3-in-1 mist primes, sets and refreshes makeup while keeping skin hydrated. Infused with coconut water, it can be used as a primer before makeup, a setting spray to keep makeup in place all day, or a midday refreshing mist. 

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Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Marine Boosting Mist 4-in-1 Setting Mist, $38

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A primer, makeup setting spray, hydrating mist and skin refresher, this multipurpose mist helps restore your skin's natural radiance and hydration. It is also infused with Tarte's antioxidant-packed Rainforest of the Sea complex to protect your skin from daily aggressors. 

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Kat Von D Beauty Lock-It Makeup Setting Mist, $40

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Made with a blend of naturally refreshing ingredients, this refreshing mist is suitable for all skin types. It also promises to keep your makeup looking fresh for up to 24 hours without feeling sticky or tight. 

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