Setting Spray Market Size - By Type, By Skin Type, By Application, By Distribution Channel, Growth & Forecast 2025 - 2034

Setting Spray Market Size

The global setting spray market was valued at USD 1.02 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow from USD 1.08 billion in 2025 to USD 1.94 billion in 2034, at a CAGR of 6.7%. The market for setting spray is expanding due to the increasing fashion trends and rising elderly aged population.
 

The increasing population of elderly individuals is influencing the beauty and personal care industry’s demand, particularly for products such as setting sprays. According to the United Nations, by 2030, one in six people worldwide will be aged 60 or older, and this proportion will double to one in four by 2050. Skin undergoes internal changes such as increased dryness, development of fine lines, and reduced elasticity over time. Due to these changes, makeup retention throughout the day becomes difficult. With the aid of setting sprays, makeup can now be locked into place while reducing creasing and enhancing the overall polished finish. These attributes are most useful to older consumers. In addition, a growing number of older adults remain socially and professionally active. This has created a demand for touch-free cosmetics. Setting spray is used as the final change to a complete makeup look, guaranteeing that the user’s appearance remains preserved from morning until evening while fulfilling their practical needs.
 

Another emerging trend describes as “pro-aging” in anticipation of celebrating aging and progressing that way is not deemed as concealing. More brands are creating products for more mature markets by targeting their skin care needs. Often added into setting sprays are hydrated soothing or anti-aging elements like hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, or peptides. This multifunctional approach demonstrates younger consumers’ needs to achieve serviceable results with minimal effort.
 

The surge in social media and runway attention for dewy skin, bold eye makeup, and full glam has made people more inclined to purchase setting sprays. The flawless, long-lasting makeup looks are driving greater demand for setting sprays. Now, the consumers expect that the products used for makeup will keep the look fresh and intact for the entire day. Setting sprays have become popular for aiding in achieving a polished look that does not smudge, crease or fade. Make up professionals and influencers continuously show the benefits of these products, making them even more attractive. With continuous merging of beauty and fashion, setting sprays are now deemed essential for keeping up with ever-changing trends in makeup.
 

Setting Spray Market Trends

• As the markets for setting sprays continue to develop, brands are trying to use innovative personalization strategies alongside skincare technology to meet consumer demands. Like other beauty products, multifunctional setting sprays are not only intended for makeup retention; they are expected to serve multiple purposes. 
   
•   Additions of skincare ingredients are certainly among the most important changes. Spraying The Skin Set contains skincare functions and setting sprays enriched with hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and glycerin which make them more appealing to consumers because these ingredients aid in skincare and makeup hydration. Other setting sprays tend to focus more on addressing skin problems like redness, oiliness, or dull skin, making it easier for consumers to choose the formulas that suit them best. 
   
•   Customization is no longer just by the level of treatment. The market has also expanded to accommodate consumers who prefer Matte, dewy, and natural finishes for their setting sprays. Moreover, the availability of gentle alcohol-free non-sticky, lightweight sprays suitable for older and sensitive skin types enhances consumer choice and flexibility.
   
• The latest eco-friendly alternatives have been incorporated in the market. Customers are more inclined to purchase products that are vegan, cruelty-free, and recyclable. Brands are changing by removing certain chemicals from their sprays and switching to eco-friendly packaging.
   
• Micro-mist delivery systems which evenly distribute fine sprays without moving any makeup already put on ensure there is no disruption to the user created makeup is one of the innovative technologies that improves user experience. This type of smart packaging also features a refillable bottle which is quickly gaining popularity among eco-friendly shoppers.
   
• In October 2024, Urban Decay launched an expanded All Nighter Setting Spray lineup in Malaysia, introducing five variants: the original All Nighter, plus Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C, Extra Glow, and Ultra Matte formulations. These vegan, 16-hour wear sprays cater to diverse skin needs, from hydration to oil control.
   

Setting Spray Market Analysis

Based on product, the setting spray industry is segmented as matte setting spray, dewy setting spray, oil-control setting spray, hydrating setting spray, long-lasting setting spray, illuminating setting spray, and others. The matte setting spray segment generated a revenue of USD 208.8 million in 2024 and is expected to grow at CAGR of around 8.2% during the forecast period 2025 to 2034.
 

• The market was most predominantly held by matte setting spray owing to consumer preference towards shine-less finishes that last long, particularly with people having oily or combination skin. Control of oil and reduction of shine makes matte sprays popular, especially in humid and warm regions where makeup tends to wear off easily. Furthermore, there is an increasing preference for minimalist and natural look makeup which makes matters more favored than dewy or glossy looks.
   
• People are favoring makeup matte setting sprays due to their multifunctionality. These sprays help hold the makeup in place and control oil, thus resulting in less need for touch-ups. Nowadays, with social media, people are more aware of products that alter the beauty in videos and pictures. Matte sprays give a soft focus, flash- photograph-ready finish with no flashback.
   
• The emerging trend of cosmetics and social media influences have not remained contraindicated. Leading cosmetic companies have adapted to this need by extending their lines of matte setting spray, often disguised as must-haves for amateurs and professionals in makeup. Despite the prior expectations about consumer satisfaction towards the multifunctionality in beauty products, devices that offer longevity, versatility, and efficiency continue to dominate the market owing to their dependability and wear throughout the day.
   
• In January 2025, Anastasia Beverly Hills launched new blurring makeup products. The company released a complexion blurring products: the Impeccable Blurring Second-Skin Matte Foundation and the Impeccable 24HR Blurring Matte Setting Spray. These two unique formulas pair to deliver long-lasting, medium to full coverage results with a velvet-matte finish.
   

Based on skin type, the setting spray market is segmented as normal skin, oily skin, dry skin, combination skin. The normal skin segment accounted for 40.3% in 2024 and is expected to grow at CAGR of around 7.3% during the forecast period 2025 to 2034.
 

• The skin-friendly formula made natural skin setting sprays the most popular within the setting sprays market, particularly considering the recent shift towards Natural products derived from clean beauty. These sprays aim for a balanced finish that is not oily, while also “setting” the make-up. Unlike matte or dewy sprays that target a specific skin type or finish, natural skin setting sprays offer to muffle the makeup without taking away from its glow.
   
• More people are leaning towards products that not only prolong make-up wear but also have skin care benefits. Natural skin setting sprays can contain soothing and hydrating elements such as aloe vera, rose water, and plant extracts. Keeping with the current industry demand for multi-purpose beauty products, their airier composition makes them ideal for daily use. Furthermore, the global trend towards minimalist makeup and ‘no-makeup look shifts these products from being optional to essential.
   
• Additionally, growing clean beauty standards and concerns regarding the use of strong chemicals have motivated brands to create milder, natural-finish cosmetics that are safe and effective. Thus, natural skin setting sprays appeal equally to skincare focused users and makeup lovers, underscoring the importance of these products within an increasingly aware and wellness-driven beauty market.
   

Based on application, the setting spray market is divided into personal use and professional use. In 2024, the professional use segment dominates the market and is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 6.8% from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The beauty industry has exacting standards which account for professional use having the most significant share in the market. Makeup artist and stylist spend long hours setting up for wedding, fashion shows and photoshoots and needs precision and durability and these professional use setting sprays ensure that the makeup will last long. Advanced formulations found in grade professional setting sprays make them highly durable and able to withstand harsh lighting, high humidity and long working hours, thus enabling makeup to withstand the dictated usage period.
   
• Moreover, professional setting sprays are made to accommodate a vast array of skin types and different finishes which makeup artists highly prefer. These setting sprays meet the standards of high-quality makeup products by offering non sticky formulas that dry quickly and apply evenly to lock the makeup in place.
   
• Setting sprays are even more sought after in professional settings thanks to modern day professional content creators like social media influencers and beauty vloggers. This rapid increase in demand leads to more beauty professionals looking for tools that help make their clients make up look flawless and last throughout the day, leading to the professional use segment dominating the market and pushing brands to create innovative long-lasting high-performance sprays.
   

The U.S. dominated the North America setting spray market with a value of USD 153.4 million in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period. 
 

• In the U.S. Census and Simmons National Consumer Survey, it was stated that an American consumes USD 322.88 every skin care product annually, which accumulates to USD 15,000 over one’s life span. In the U.S., the need for setting sprays is increasing, especially with regards to consumer attention on durable, smudge-free cosmetics. This can be attributed to modern lifestyles and social media influences. Consumers are increasingly looking for setting spray, which is a convenient and reliable product for improving makeup wear duration and performance, enabling them to look perfect throughout the day which is propelling demand in the market.
   
• According to CTPA’s 2023 report, Germany was the leading country for cosmetics in 2023, generating around USD 16 billion, making it the largest market for cosmetics. The increasing focus on long-lasting makeup due to busy lifestyles in Germany along with a growing beauty-conscious culture is the reason for the increased demand for setting spray. As customers give preference to value skincare and makeup products, setting sprays tends to be a staple for accomplishing a flawless look. Influencers and makeup enthusiasts also aid in popularizing sprays.
   
• According to the National Bureau of Statistics, total retail sales of cosmetics from January to March 2023 stood at 104.3 billion yuan, a year-on-year growth of 5.9%. In China, the rising demand for setting spray is fueled by the booming beauty and cosmetics industry, especially among young, tech-savvy consumers. This along with the growing beauty and cosmetics industry is the reason for the surge in demand for setting sprays. WeChat and Xiaohongshu have done wonders in amplifying awareness for beauty products. Setting sprays are seen as essential for maintaining makeup in the humidity.
   
• The hot and humid climate to a careless attitude toward beauty and self-care along with make up for Saudi Arabian women 's special occasions and events are the factors of increased demand for setting sprays in Saudi Arabia. Setting Spray demand is growing in Saudi Arabia due to the countries hot and humid climate. Women are looking for products that can withstand the heat and to top that there has been a cultural shift towards beauty and self-care.
   

Setting Spray Market Share

• The setting spray industry is consolidated with the top 5 players including L'Oréal Group, The Estée Lauder Companies, Huda Beauty, LVMH, and Kose Corporation share of about 25-30% in 2024.
   
• L’Oréal Group and its subsidiaries such as Urban Decay began dominating the market by integrating advanced aerosol and emulsion technologies alongside proprietary polymer film forming systems into their R&D infrastructure. This allowed them to excel in refining atomization, texture, and humidity resistance of their products. They build empires around consumers, and artists, as well as mass-scale manufacturing hubs across the globe. Everyday shoppers are now also catered to via NYX, marking a shift in utilizing their professional artistry and scalable formulations.
   
• Estée Lauder Companies, alongside its subsidiaries like MAC and Clinique, merges luxury branding with dermatological effectiveness, as is evident in their precision setting sprays. The combination of esthetic and non-comedogenic branding enables them to invest heavily into long-lasting mist technologies, which utilize advanced surfactants and silicone blends in their microfine sprays. Controlled by a single entity, branding becomes more fluid while quicker iteration cycles permit the preservation of signature scents that define premium skincare with hybrid makeup.
   
• Although new to the cosmetics scene, Huda Beauty has disrupted the setting spray market with trendy, performance-driven products tailored to digitally savvy consumers. Like many other brands, Huda Beauty claims to give attention to wear testing, although the payoff is glam for high-coverage and long-lasting makeup styles. Its setting sprays are famous for two-phase systems—glycerin, niacinamide or fragrant botanicals—infused to both beautify and heal the skin. Due to Huda’s limited in-house manufacturing resources, it relies on fast co-development partnerships to rapidly scale market trend innovations.
   
• Through brands such as Dior and Givenchy, LVMH capitalizes on its wide beauty portfolio by infusing couture aesthetics into practical makeup products. Its setting sprays are designed for luxury consumers as they emphasize texture, fragrance, and prestige appeal. These consumers expect a combination of an effortless sensorial experience and advanced performance. Unlike many other brands, these setting sprays tend to incorporate hybrid functions, shielding the skin’s barrier while infusing antioxidants. Who else can provide biotech-inspired active ingredients, exclusive sourcing, and ultra-premium distinct benefits? That’s LVMH for you.
   
• Kose Corporation blends Japanese cosmetic technology with clean beauty to create setting sprays that nourish the skin, are sensitive to it, and utilize botanicals. Anti-pollution and skincare-makeup hybrids are staples in their cosmetology and Kose focuses on maintaining safe-grade ingredients. Using low-alcohol bases and encapsulated actives, the company achieves gentleness without sacrificing makeup retention. Kose’s position in the domestic beauty market enables rapid product development cycles, while partnerships with international beauty practitioners advance Sino-japanese beauty culture aesthetics beyond J-beauty into Western performance model markets.
   
• Setting spray categorically requires focused innovation and persistent funding from major industry players if performance and sustainability benchmarks are to be met. Performance-oriented emerging formulation technologies like breathable polymer matrices, skin-compatible preservatives, and adaptive film-forming agents are gaining traction due to their superior wearability and environmental profiles. L’Oréal and Estée Lauder are industry leaders developing multifunctional modular formulation platforms that encapsulate oil-water stratified ingredient systems featuring versatile precision misting for active regimes as well as climate and skin versatility.
   
• The growing need for ethically and sustainably sourced materials is altering setting spray supply chains and paradigms. Obtaining ISO 16128 certification along with good manufacturing practices (GMP) policies eliminates clean beauty frameworks aligned with ESG objectives. Sourced ingredients, particularly botanical extracts, biodegradable solvents, and propellant systems, lack established custodial chains which severely undermine a brand's credibility. Indie and legacy brands are challenged to co-develop high efficiency gentle impact eco-friendly setting sprays with material scientists, consultants on sustainability, and skin health researchers under strict cosmetic functionality alongside environmental, social, and ethical standards.
   

Setting Spray Market Companies

Major players operating in the setting spray industry are:

• Anastasia Beverly Hills
• AS Beauty
• Ben Nye, Inc.
• Coty Inc
• Cover FX
• e.l.f. Beauty, Inc.
• Huda Beauty
• Kose Corporation
• L'Oréal Group
• LVMH
• Milani Cosmetics, Inc
• Morphe Holdings
• Puig
• Shiseido Company, Limited
• The Estée Lauder Companies
   

Setting Spray Industry News

• In May 2025, Pat McGrath introduced Glass 001 Legendary Glow Setting Spray, designed to create a radiant, glass-like finish. It maintains makeup for up to 16 hours and includes hydrating ingredients such as aloe leaf, black tulip extract, and cucumber extract. The spray offers a customizable dewiness, from a subtle glow in one coat to a high-shine finish with multiple layers, without compromising makeup integrity or causing greasiness.
   
• In January 2025, Rihanna’s setting spry features ‘InvisiFlex Defense Shield’ technology to protect skin against pollution while providing a flexible hold on makeup. This high-performance setting spray has a 12-hour wear and uses new “InvisiFlex Defense Shield” technology which protects the skin from pollution and environmental stressors while keeping makeup in place.
   
• In July 2024, Milani Cosmetics launched makeup collaboration with top US athletes. Team USA stars including Sabrina Ionescu are promoting Milani’s top-selling makeup spray ahead of the Paris Olympics.
   
• In April 2022, CB Therapeutics, a biosynthesis company focused on creating ethically produced, environmentally friendly products for human health, and the company has expanded its laboratory, which will serve to increase its research compound production footprint.
   
• In November 2022, Mac Cosmetics debuts performance-based skincare line. Mac’s first venture into skincare — the brand has a Prep and Prime series that includes a primer, finishing powder and setting spray, as well as a Lightful C3 range of cleansers and micellar water sold in the Asia-Pacific region.
   

The setting spray market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue (USD Million) (Thousand Units) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, By Type

• Matte setting spray
• Dewy setting spray
• Oil-control setting spray
• Hydrating setting spray
• Long-lasting setting spray
• Illuminating setting spray
• Others

Market, By Skin type

• Normal skin
• Oily skin
•  Dry skin
• Combination skin

Market, By Application

• Personal use
• Professional use

Market, By Distribution channel

• Online retailing
• Specialty beauty stores
• Drugstores and pharmacies
• Departmental stores
• Others

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Australia 
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
• MEA
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa