There's a Reason Milani's Make It Last Setting Spray Has Been Our Go-To For Years

So, you finally perfected your blurry blush look. An impressive feat, given that the year's not even halfway over. What else will you accomplish in 2026 if you've already nailed the year's biggest makeup trend?

A lot, I'm sure! But while you're checking off the rest of your to-do list you need to make sure your makeup stays in place. Milani's iconic Make It Last Setting Spray might just be the product you need to make that happen.

Ahead, we review the beloved setting spray and dig into what exactly makes the formula so special.

The Lore

Any advertisement you'll see for Make It Last boasts that it's "America's #1 Setting Spray." (Perhaps the best way to celebrate the country's 250th birthday is to make sure your makeup looks amazing all weekend long?)

Launched in 2017, it's graced the faces of Olympians, stars, and your favorite influencers. New variations have also been introduced since that fateful day—think dewy, SPF, a microfine mist, and the equally beloved matte formula.

The Formula

The brand describes its formula as "makeup locking magic." The waterproof and sweat-proof spray is made to hydrate and set your makeup look for up to 24 hours, leaving your skin glowy and natural-looking as it does its main job (making sure your makeup doesn't settle into creases and looks perfect all day long).

It's hydrating and protecting, too, thanks to the addition of glycerin and active levels of antioxidant-rich niacinamide.

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The Review

"This setting spray has been a go-to of mine for years. It locks my makeup in place through heatwaves, tears, wind, you name it—on this particular day it saw me through running around the city and hitting the crowded backstage at a fashion show in 90 degree heat. The lovely mister and lightweight texture make it feel more akin to a refreshing face mist than a heavy-duty setting spray, and despite the serious staying power, it never feels sticky or heavy. I also love the glowy finish, which is perfect for adding a little life back into my makeup post powder. For less than the price of a fancy matcha, you really couldn't ask for anything more."—Bella Cacciatore, senior news editor