Makeup fixer

Makeup fixation products are created to help the woman keep the fresh look of the face with make-up as long as possible. Makeup artists working in the film industry have been using such tools for a long time, but until recently their production has not been commercialized.

Make-up fixer is a spray that splash the face (either in the process of creating a make-up, or after completion). It makes make-up lines smoother, combines its elements and helps them survive for 4 to 10 hours. Speaking in simple language, the effect of a spray for fixing makeup on the face is similar to the effect of hair styling.

The very first of the make-up fixers were made up by professional makeup artists from distilled water, witch hazel and glycerin. Commercially produced fixing agents most often have alcohol in their basis. However, it is not the main active ingredient, but is in balance with the other ingredients: purified water, vegetable oils and water repellents (water-resistant substances).

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

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

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

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

• Avon offers "MakeUp Settind Spray", which is a spray fixer for everyday makeup. Another name is Perfection. The composition of this tool is almost completely chemical, the exception is water, as well as sunflower oil containing vitamins A, D, E. The bottle contains 125 ml, its cost is 300 rubles, made in Poland.
• The L'Oreal brand offers the “Infaillible Fixing Mist”, which the manufacturer calls the liquid powder. It is the precipitate of powder 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 maintain makeup for the whole day, while moisturizing the skin of the face. The composition includes water, alcohol, propylene glycols and acrylates - in total more than fifteen components, including perfume. The cost of 100 ml is 800 p.
• The Essence brand has created the Essence Keep it Perfect makeup fixer, which, judging by the reviews of customers, allows you to save makeup for 5 hours. Means like customers, they recommend it, considering a good and budget. Cost - 365 rubles, volume - 50 ml. Manufacturer - Germany.

• MAC calls its product "MAC Fix +" a haze for fixing makeup. It is designed to ensure that the tonal tool and powder lay 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 item, 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 the extract of camellia, 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 fixture. This spray is named by the manufacturer as weightless, thereby emphasizing the absence of a film on the face during its application. 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; a rather persistent odor is also noticeable. The cost of a tube of 75 ml 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. In the composition there are no alcohol and parabens, but there are polymers and butylene glycol. The composition includes black pearl extract. The cost of 150 ml is 1,400 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 that have a multipurpose effect. They are designed not only to securely fix the makeup for a whole day, but also to nourish and moisturize. The composition includes hyaluronic acid, green tea extract, vitamins A, C, E, and the chemical components of the manufacturer (China) is silent. Unfortunately, there are no reviews of these funds in the Russian segment of the Internet. The cost is 650 rubles per 80 ml bottle.
• "Manly PRO" positioned as a finishing spray-fixer makeup. 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." Not sticky and designed for sensitive skin. There are still no reviews about this fixer, as it appeared on the market relatively recently. The manufacturer did not tell about the composition. The cost of 100 ml is 760 rubles. The country of origin is China.
• Just Brand offers "UST Finish Spray", which is able to normalize the work of the sebaceous glands - and thus save the skin from 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 of this product confirm that with its help makeup remains in good condition twice as long. Budget professional option. The cost of 60 ml is 330 rubles. Country brand - Russia, the manufacturer - China.

• Spray Nyx enough to achieve a result a couple of times put on each side of the face. The manufacturer advises to do this from a distance of 20-30 cm, but it is too close, it is better to choose a greater distance. Do not sprinkle this spray on top of the mascara, it is better to apply mascara after fixation. When the spray is absorbed and dry, make-up “grabs” on the skin. Usually it lasts about five hours - even in a stuffy room. Many advise splashing spray on the brush, which is applied to the foundation. In this case, he will hold on better than usual.
• Means "Make Up For Ever“Girls apply in the morning, letting the makeup dry a little, then repeat the procedure twice during the day. In the evening, it is recommended to “splash” thermal water or a moisturizing spray on such a fixative.
• Means Avon's "MakeUp Settind Spray" It is recommended to spray only a very light and small haze, otherwise it will settle on the face visible spots. Two clicks declared by the manufacturer are usually not enough. After applying do not touch the face with your hands, you need to give the tool to dry. Some girls do not recommend this fixer at all because of the strong burning sensation that remains after its use.
• "Infaillible Fixing Mist" powder is diluted in water composition, therefore, to apply it, it is necessary to shake it very carefully, otherwise white particles of powder may remain on the face.
• "Essence Keep it Perfect" should be sprayed at arm's length. You can sprinkle them sponges and brushes that apply makeup. In this case, the applied funds will lie more stable.
• "MAC Fix +" used as a skin treatment (as a primer), and to secure the make-up at the final stage. In the first case, it is worth waiting for about half a minute, let the composition dry and then apply a tone.
• Using Maybelline "Super Stay 24 H Setting Spray" has its own characteristics. Typically, this tool peels off if it is too much, so you need to wait a few minutes after applying, allow the liquid to dry, and then sweep the excess with a brush or tissue.
• Inglot Makeup Fixer, considered to be a professional tool, it is recommended to apply on the face twice: first on the moisturizing base (two “pigs” are enough), then after finishing the makeup. So the latch seals all the layers, creating a wonderful image.
• "Clarins Fix Make-Up" It is recommended to apply on dry and prone to peeling skin (or in cases where the girl applied too much powder to 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. Eyes, of course, must be closed. Facial expressions should also not be active until the product is completely dry.

Professional makeup artists believe that the make-up fixture is really able to give strength to make-up and fix it, though not for the whole day. The use of such tools in the home helps fix the makeup, gives it a finished look, serves to strengthen the applied layers of tone, blush and powder.

It is not possible to cause serious harm to the skin fixing agents that are sprayed on top of several layers of make-up. If the fixative is used only after completing the makeup, it will not be able to penetrate the skin precisely because of the layer of cosmetics that acts as a buffer.

It is more complete to understand what needs to be done in order for the makeup to last for a long time, and user feedback can help assess the nuances of using each particular tool. It is difficult to say on them which fixer is the best. Everyone's opinions are different. However, in general, many of the fair sex claim that such a tool helps a lot.

Make-up, made at home, remains for a long time! However, professionals do not advise using a fixative all day long; ordinary thermal water is more suitable for this. They do not recommend the use of potent fixers for everyday use, advising to use them only for special occasions and parties.

See the next video for six ways to use make-up fixers.