Makeup fixer

Makeup fixatives are created to help a woman maintain a fresh look of her face for as long as possible when the make-up is applied. Make-up artists working in the film industry have been using such tools for a long time, but until recently their production was not on an industrial scale.

A make-up fixer is a spray that is sprayed on the face (either during the make-up process or after completion). It makes the lines of makeup smoother, unifies its elements and helps them to last for a period of 4 to 10 hours. In simple terms, the effect of a spray to fix makeup on the face is similar to the effect of hairspray.

The very first make-up fixers were created by professional makeup artists with their own hands - from distilled water, witch hazel and glycerin. Industrially produced fixing agents are most often based on alcohol. However, it is not the main active ingredient, but is in balance with the rest of the ingredients: purified water, vegetable oils and water repellents (water-resistant substances).

Judging by the feedback from customers who have tried different brands of these products, they do correspond to the declared functions, however, there are significant differences between the products of different brands. Some of them are not much different from ordinary hairspray, as they contain acrylates and polymers, and the face treated with them can experience serious discomfort.

Among the brands that produce fixing makeup products, the following names can be noted.

• NYX "Make Up Setting Spray", judging by the reviews of buyers with oily skin, it helps them get rid of shine for almost 5 hours. The composition includes water, alcohol, polymers, propylene glycol, soda and psyllium extract. The cost is 640 rubles per 60 ml, the country of origin is China.
• "Mist & Fix" O2 - a brand known as the author of makeup with false eyelashes. Created a tool "Make Up Forever", which is a way to fix any (even the heaviest) glitter makeup. Recommended for such complex types of make-up as theatrical or opera. Resistant to any weather (rain, snow, heat), because it creates a film on the skin that has water-repellent properties.

Ladies claim that on very oily skin, this remedy stays in excellent condition for about 3 hours, on combined skin - all day.The composition includes products of synthetic origin (sodium methylparaben, disodium EDTA, acrylates). The basis of the product is water, it is reinforced with seaweed extract, contains alcohol. The product has a strong perfume smell. The cost of a mini-format of 30 ml is 750 rubles. Country of origin - France.

• Avon Offers "MakeUp Settind Spray", which is a fixing spray for everyday makeup. Another name is "Perfection". The composition of this product is almost completely chemical, with the exception of water, as well as sunflower oil containing vitamins A, D, E. The bottle contains 125 ml, its cost is 300 rubles, it is made in Poland.
• L'Oreal Offers Infaillible Fixing Mist, which the manufacturer calls liquid powder. It is the sediment of the powder that is visible at the bottom of the bottle. It can even be seen on the face when applied, although the dispenser is fine. The purpose of the solution is to keep makeup on all day, while moisturizing the skin of the face. The composition includes water, alcohol, propylene glycols and acrylates - more than fifteen components in total, including perfume. The cost of 100 ml is 800 rubles.
• The Essence brand has created a make-up fixer "Essence Keep it Perfect", which, judging by customer reviews, allows you to keep makeup for 5 hours. Customers like the tool, they recommend it, considering it good and budget. The cost is 365 rubles, the volume is 50 ml. Producer - Germany.

• MAC refers to its product as "MAC Fix+", a make-up setting mist. It is designed to ensure that the foundation and powder lie on the face more tightly and better hide defects.The manufacturer recommends using it to also refresh the face, but the customers do not quite agree with this point, noting that as thermal water MAC Fix+ does not work. The composition contains glycerin, butylene glycol and other chemical components. However, the composition contains plant extracts, including camellia extract, chamomile and vitamin E. The volume of the bottle is 30 ml, the cost is 990 rubles.
• Maybelline offers Super Stay 24 H Setting Spray as a make-up fixer. This spray is called weightless by the manufacturer, thereby emphasizing the absence of a film on the face when it is applied. Judging by the reviews, this tool really helps to preserve makeup in hot weather. The composition has a water-alcohol base, acrylates, propylene glycol, phenoxytanol; There is also a fairly strong perfume smell. The cost of a 75 ml tube is 520 rubles.
• Polish brand Inglot created "Inglot Makeup Fixer", which is considered a tool for professionals. On the skin, it creates a satin film that preserves makeup in hot weather for 5-6 hours. Especially recommended for creating wedding images. The composition does not contain alcohol and parabens, but there are polymers and butylene glycol. Contains black pearl extract. The cost of 150 ml is 1400 rubles.

• Clarins Fix Make-Up, according to the manufacturer, it was created on a hypoallergenic basis, including fructose, aloe, allantoin extract and rose extract (the smell of which is undoubtedly present in the spray). The manufacturer promises lasting makeup, accompanied by a feeling of freshness on the face.Customers believe that this tool copes with fixing makeup on a solid four. 30 ml of funds cost 1800 rubles.
• "Kiss Beauty Cinema Green Tea" and "Kiss Beauty Aloe Vera" - These are fixatives with a multi-purpose effect. They are designed not only to securely fix makeup throughout the day, but also to nourish and moisturize. The composition includes hyaluronic acid, green tea extract, vitamins A, C, E, the manufacturer (China) is silent about the chemical components. Unfortunately, there are no reviews on these funds in the Russian-speaking segment of the Internet. The cost is 650 rubles for a bottle of 80 ml.
• Manly PRO positioned as a finishing spray-make-up fixer. This tool is designed for professional makeup artists. According to the manufacturer, their formula is resistant to moisture, tears, does not clog pores and allows the skin to "breathe". Non sticky and suitable for sensitive skin. There are no reviews on this fixer yet, since it appeared on the market relatively recently. The manufacturer did not disclose the ingredients. The cost of 100 ml is 760 rubles. Country of origin - China.
• Just Offers "UST Finish Spray", which is able to normalize the work of the sebaceous glands - and thereby rid the skin of the face of excessive shine. It is indicated that the structure of the spray is such that it does not create a film on the surface of the face, and the composition is hypoallergenic. Reviews about this product confirm that with its help, make-up stays in good condition twice as long. Budget professional option. The cost of 60 ml is 330 rubles. Brand country - Russia, manufacturer - China.

• Spray NYX enough to achieve the result a couple of times to apply on each side of the face. The manufacturer advises doing this from a distance of 20-30 cm, but this is too close, it is better to choose a larger distance. Do not spray this spray over the mascara, it is better to apply mascara after setting. As the spray absorbs and dries, the makeup "sets" to the skin. Usually it lasts for five hours - even in a stuffy room. Many advise spraying the spray on the brush, which is used to apply foundation. In this case, it will hold up better than usual.
• Means "Make Up For Ever""girls apply in the morning, allowing the makeup to dry a little, then repeat the procedure twice during the day. In the evening, it is recommended to “puff” thermal water or a moisturizing spray on such a fixing agent.
• Means "MakeUp Settind Spray" by Avon it is recommended to spray only with a very light and small haze, otherwise it will settle on the face in noticeable spots. Two clicks, declared by the manufacturer, are usually not enough. After application, do not touch your face with your hands, you need to let the product dry. Some girls do not recommend this fixative at all because of the strong burning sensation that remains after its application.
• "Infailible Fixing Mist" is a powder diluted in water, so you need to shake it very carefully to apply it, otherwise white particles of powder may remain on the face.
• "Essence Keep it Perfect" should be sprayed at arm's length. You can spray them with sponges and brushes that apply makeup. In this case, the applied funds will lie more stably.
• MAC Fix+ used both in the treatment of the skin (as a primer), and to fix the make-up at the final stage. In the first case, you should wait about half a minute, let the composition dry and then apply the tone.
• Usage Maybelline Super Stay 24H Setting Spray has its own characteristics. Usually this product crumbles if it is too much, so you need to wait a few minutes after application, let the liquid dry, and then sweep off the excess with a brush or napkin.
• "Inglot Makeup Fixer", Considered a professional remedy, it is recommended to apply twice on the face: first on a moisturizing base (two “puffs” are enough), then after the end of makeup. So the fixative seals all layers, creating a wonderful image.
• "Clarins Fix Make-Up" it is recommended to use on dry and flaky skin (or in cases where the girl applied too much powder on her face). Helps refresh makeup in hot weather without clogging pores.
• «UST Finish Spray» should be applied from a distance of 20-25 cm, as indicated in the instructions. The eyes should, of course, be closed. Facial expressions should also not be active until the product has completely dried.

Professional makeup artists believe that a makeup fixer is really capable of giving durability to the make-up and fixing it, although not for the whole day. The use of such products at home helps to fix makeup, gives it a finished look, serves to strengthen the applied layers of tone, blush and powder.

Fixing agents that are sprayed over several layers of make-up are simply not able to cause serious harm to the skin.If the fixer is used only after makeup is completed, it will not be able to penetrate the skin precisely because of the layer of makeup that acts as a buffer.

To more fully understand what exactly needs to be done in order for makeup to last a long time, and user reviews can help evaluate the nuances of using each specific product. It's hard to tell from them which one is the best. Everyone has different opinions. However, in general, many representatives of the fair sex claim that such a remedy helps a lot.

Makeup made at home lasts a long time! However, professionals do not recommend using the fixative all day long; ordinary thermal water is more suitable for this. They do not recommend the use of strong fixatives for everyday use, advising to use them only for special occasions and parties.

For six ways to use makeup fixatives, see the following video.