A Review: Fenty Beauty's New Setting Spray Can Really Do It All

If I were to be stranded on an island with only one makeup product to use for the rest of my life, it would be concealer (probably the Kosas one I've been using for years). But I'd find a way to sneak in setting spray, too. For me, these two products are the bedrock of my routine. I don't feel right unless I've got both on—concealer hides my dark circles, and setting spray keeps it all locked in place.

This is why I was particularly excited to hear about Rihanna's latest drop (which is, alas, more makeup and not music). The musician and makeup mogul's Fenty Beauty is debuting the You Mist Makeup-Extending Setting Spray, which will be available to shop starting January 17, retailing for $32. It's supposed to work as a two-in-one that locks in makeup while also hydrating the skin, thanks to ingredients like wild thyme extract (which is also anti-inflammatory and has been found to stimulate blood flow).

"I wanted a setting spray that really locks in your makeup but moves with you, not against you," the Bad Gal said in a press release. "We spend the time putting on our makeup, we deserve it to last!"

I tested the You Mist Makeup-Extending Setting Spray for over a week before it hit shelves, and I put it through the ringer. I wanted to see how well it would hold my makeup in place whether I was dancing all night with friends, hitting an intense workout, or in the office. Keep scrolling for my honest review.

What I Like About Fenty's New Setting Spray

The very first time I used the You Mist Makeup-Extending Setting Spray, I was intrigued by how finely its mist dispenses (from a recyclable aluminum spray can). In the past, I've used setting sprays that have a lot more weight after coming out, which can ruin a look and leave a splotchy finish. I appreciate how evenly this applies, whether I'm spraying it directly on my face or on a sponge before blending. (The latter is what Priscilla Ono, Rihanna's makeup artist, recommends.) 

So, it comes on nicely, but how well does it actually work? I tested this out for more than a week, and it successfully locked things into place on casual days, leaving my skin with a subtle glow, too. But my favorite experiment was seeing how it held up on a four-mile run in New York City's cold weather. I applied the spray over my concealer and blotted on some powder before heading out. After finishing a sweaty jog with a friend, I was pleased to see my concealer didn't budge. This is exactly the coverage I'm looking for from my setting sprays. 

The bottle's size is also ideal for any frequent flyers since it's TSA-friendly and fits within the liquids limit. If you like to move with ease through the airport and skip checking a bag, this can stay in your carry-on.

What Could Be Better

As much as I like the slim and compact can (that, as I said above, is carry-on friendly), it's also a drawback. The You Mist Makeup-Extending Setting Spray is available in only one size, and I wish there were a larger bottle available since I expect to run through the 3.4-ounce container quickly. 

The spray will be available to shop on Fenty's website and at Sephora, Ulta, and Kohl's stores in-person and online.

You Mist Makeup-Extending Setting Spray, $32, Fenty Beauty