We don’t mean to make sweeping generalizations about beauty connoisseurs, but generally speaking, you either fall into one of two distinct categories: those who love a velvety matte finish or those who prefer a dewy glow. Using a makeup setting spray is one of the best ways to get the skin finish you’re looking for without adding chalky finishing powders or piling on illuminating cream highlighters to achieve the effect. A sprtiz or two of setting spray can magically blend layers of product together for a seamless look, and can double a glow-boosting handbag essential to keep on hand for both post-makeup application and for restoring radiance throughout the day when you’re at the office or out and about. In fact, half of the editors at our office keep a finishing spray in their desk’s “beauty drawer” to revive dull, tired and dehydrated skin.

While many dew-faking products can feel greasy or look disco-y thanks to a generous helping of wildly unflattering glitter pigments, a glow-boosting finishing spray gives you a natural, post-run glow that mimics the look of a touch of sweat, without looking greasy or moving your makeup around like mudslide. While dew-inducing setting sprays don’t tend to offer the same makeup-extending magical powers as their matte counterparts can, there’s something to be said about glowy skin and the natural, flattering fading of makeup throughout the day. It’s a look and we think it’s beautiful. So, if you happen to favor a semi-shiny finish, these setting sprays are the answer to your quest for achieving that coveted, Instagram-worthy sheen.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.