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9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella

9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella
Setting Sprays
By Siraad Dirshe · Updated October 24, 2020

While the dust from Beyoncé’s epic Coachella performance has started to somewhat settle, there’s one thing we still can’t stop thinking about: how did her makeup stay in place and not transfer throughout a two-hour performance?

We absolutely live for a good beat, but like everyone, we hate how it can end up on our favorite top or how it starts to melt off with even the smallest bit of humidity. And while Bey’s makeup artist, Sir John, says he doesn’t use setting spray, the rest of us need something to keep our makeup in place.

If you’re not familiar with setting spray, think of it like a powder used to lock your finished look into place. We’ve tested lots of them and we’ve rounded up our favorites. Here are nine we recommend to keep your look in place like Bey. 

01
MAKE UP FOR EVER, Mist & Fix Setting Spray

Lightweight and non-sticky this is a secret weapon for longer lasting makeup. 

9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella
available at Sephora $30 Buy
02
Estée Lauder, Set + Refresh Perfecting Makeup Mist

This spray is formulated with electrolytes and caffeine to help support a skin’s natural radiance.

9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella
available at Sephora $36 Buy
03
Milani, Make It Last Setting Spray Prime + Correct + Set

Lock in makeup for up to 16 hours with this affordable product. 

9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella
available at Ulta $9.99 Buy
04
MAC Cosmetics, Prep + Prime Fix+

This setting spray is a cult classic for a reason, it works and works well!

9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella
available at Nordstrom $26 Buy
05
NYX, Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray

We absolutely love a budget-friendly find that goes above and beyond, and this one is totally it. 

9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella
available at Target $5.99 Buy
06
Physicians Formula #InstaReady Setting Spray

The name says it all. You’ll be photo and self, ready with a few mists of this setting spray. 

9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella
available at Physicians Formula $12.95 Buy
07
Too Faced, Hangover 3-in-1 Replenishing Primer & Setting Spray

Infused with coconut water, this spray primes, sets, and refreshes makeup while it helps keep skin hydrated. 
 

9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella
available at Sephora $32 Buy
08
Smashbox, Photo Finish Primer Water

This three-in-one face primer and setting spray not only hydrates and preps skin but it also refreshes it and keeps makeup in place. 

9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella
available at Sephora $32 Buy
09
Urban Decay, All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray

This spray keeps makeup looking just-applied for up to 16 hours. 

9 Non-Transferring Setting Sprays That'll Keep Your Makeup in Place Like Beyoncé's at Coachella
available at Sephora $32 Buy