There are two ways to set your makeup, one being by applying translucent powder on top of your foundation the other being a setting spray.
So this article covers the Mac Prep and Prime Fix Plus setting pray (click here to the price on Amazon) this is a spray that I recommend when it comes to your makeup lasting longer. Setting sprays are known to refresh and set the makeup throughout the day. By using a lightweight mist setting spray it can help with the longevity of makeup while helping the makeup look less powdery and give the look more of a dewy/glowing finish.
I’m telling you about this setting spray because it certainly helps when you have a long day and are worried about your makeup coming off if you use this spray it helps keep your makeup on for a longer time. It certainly does come in handy on day’s you least expect it.
What Does MAC Prep and Prime Fix Plus Do
Mac’s Fix Plus setting spray is a spray that is used to set makeup. If you find your make up looks to powder and has the cakey look spraying some of MAC’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus on top of the makeup will help reduce the look of the makeup looking cakey. MAC’s Prep and PrimeFix Plus helps bind products that layered on the face into one making the makeup look less powdery.
Its also another way to make the makeup last all day, if you have the issue of foundation not staying on properly MAC’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus Setting Spray can help reduce that problem. MAC’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus setting spray can also be used throughout the day to refresh the makeup. It has hydrating ingredients that help keep the skin soft and hydrated throughout the day.
This can also be used on its own to benefit from its skin benefits such as hydrating the skin and helping to boost the radiance of dull skin complexion. If you get excited about scented makeup products then you may enjoy the different scents MAC has to offer with their setting sprays which come in: Original (no scent), Coconut, Rose and Lavender.
MAC also has recently come out with some new formulations with the Fix Plus Setting Spray (Matte) a Mattifying formulation for oily skin types and Mac’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus (Shimmer) for a more glowing look.
What are the ingredients in Mac’s Fix Plus Spray
There are a lot of benefits in owning a MAC Prep because it has a lot of and Prime Fix Plus Setting spray skin benefits such as Aqua spritz of vitamins and minerals. The following are some key ingredients that have their benefits in using MAC’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus Setting Spray:
Green tea: the green tea is high in antioxidants knows as EGCG which can help fight UV rays. Green tea is also known to help reduce irritation and swelling on the skin.
Chamomile: is an ingredient commonly used to help reduce scars and redness with its anti-inflammatory properties.
Cucumber- is known to be high in vitamin C and caffeic acid which helps soothe the skin and reduces any swelling. Such acids help prevent water retention which helps with swelling.
Caffeine – is an ingredient that is commonly used in many beauty products. The main purpose of it is to help with blood circulation and for natural anti-inflammatory properties which can also help with Acne.
How to use MAC Prep and Prime Fix Plus
Mac’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus can be used in multiple ways with makeup.
- The fine mist can be used to on its own to help moisturize the skin with its skin benefiting ingredients
- it can be used to help set makeup to help makeup last all day and binds the makeup together by spraying the mist all over your finished makeup look
- By adding mist to the tip of your eyeshadow brush and applying it to an eyeshadow can intensify the eyeshadow color. The eyeshadow mixed with MAC’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus Spray can be used for a more dramatic or can help the eyeshadow become a liquid liner.
How To use MAC’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus as a way to moisturize the face
Step one: cleanse the face
Step two: Spray the fine mist all over the face and allow the product to penetrate into the skin
How to use MAC’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus as a setting spray:
- Apply makeup
- Spray the setting spray all over finished makeup look (when spraying the mist keep it a few inches away from the face so it evenly distributes all over)
- Use throughout the day to refresh the makeup if necessary
How to use MAC’s Prep and Prime to intensify other makeup
- Use the setting spray to dampen an eyeshadow brush
- Dip the eyeshadow brush into either loose or pressed pigment to get an intensified color
- Use the pigment as either an eyeliner or as a dramatic eyeshadow
Is MAC Prep and Prime Fix good For Oily Skin
If you’re concerned about your skin oily it’s always good to look for products that are more on the mattifying side. MAC’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus(matte) can help reduce the secretion of oils like silica and other oil-absorbing ingredients. This particular formulation can actually be used on all skin types especially if you’re just looking to keep your makeup look matte. However, its formulated to also help reduce the look of large pores which can cause excess secretion of oils. This formulation is also supposed to help with control shine without really disturbing the look of your makeup.
What is a dewy setting spray
MAC’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus setting Spray (shimmer)
A dewy setting spray is usually a fine mist that will be used on top of makeup that helps give your make up a beautiful natural glow. If one of your skin concerns is dull-looking skin then trying a product such as MAC’s Prep and Prime Fix Plus setting Spray (shimmer) is worth checking out. Its MAC’s original Prep and Prime Fix Plus Setting Spray infused with pearlescent particles which help give the skin an ultra-illuminating effect.
This particular formulation comes in two colors one being Pink Light and the other being Gold light. Pink light has more pink to it and would work with more cool to neutral skin tones. Whereas Gold light would work well with more warmer skin tones. If this formulation is used on its own it adds instant radiance to dull-looking skin, when it’s used on top of makeup it will add illumination giving your makeup more of a radiant look. It still provides the same effect of binding the makeup together as the original formulation only with more of a more luminous finish.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Helps reduce a cakey makeup look
- Helps makeup stay on longer
- Gives the skin a dewy finish
- Has many skin-loving ingredients
- Helps intensify makeup
- Helps refresh makeup throughout the day
- Helps hydrate the skin
- Have various formulations for different skin types
- Comes in a smaller mini version (original formulation)
- Dermatologist tested
Cons:
- Price point can be expensive if your on a beauty budget (large bottle)