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DRAG queens are known for their exaggerated appearance, which requires cosmetics that cannot shift an inch.
It’s no wonder one beauty fan decided to take a makeup tip from the artists.
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Reddit user Cold brew cult shared her final step to make her look last longer.
“When I’m in a hurry, I use hairspray as a setting spray,” she said.
“I did this once for a friend, and she almost had a heart attack.
“This is an original drag trick that should definitely not be ignored.”
CAUGHT IN THE AQUANET
Another Redditor shared his experience using hairspray to set makeup.
“Oh my God, I buy Aquanet just for this purpose,” she said.
“[It] works great for stage makeup. I actually like it better than the real setting sprays and it’s so much cheaper.”
Coldbrewcult enthusiastically agreed, calling Aquanet “the move.”
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Aquanet hairspray sells for $9.38 on Amazon.
Some worried that the method could cause pimples, but Coldbrewcult stood by its method.
“I have combination skin and I’ve never had any problems with it,” she said.
“You might get a little extra shine, but throw some powder on top and you’re good to go.”
SECURITY CARE
While hairspray is a popular way to set makeup, it’s a common method for old-school drag queens. Today, however, there are many more options than there used to be.
According to Medline PlusHairsprays contain aggressive ingredients that can be harmful to the skin, as they are specially developed for the hair.
If used incorrectly, hairspray poisoning can occur if the product is inhaled or gets into the eyes.
Sprays such as Aquanet also contain a lot of alcohol, which can lead to dry skin.
Because hairspray is specifically formulated for your hair, spraying it on your face can also cause skin conditions such as acne and other damage.
It is also a nightmare for ophthalmologists, as spraying hairspray on the sensitive skin around the eyes can cause damage.
Although there are several fixing sprays on the market in different price ranges, many people remain loyal to their old trusted products.
“They don’t make setting sprays that are as good as hairsprays,” wrote another Redditor.
“I’ve tried the original versions, like Urban Decay All Nighter, MILK and Ben Nye Final Seal.
“None of them performed as well as my $4 Suave hairspray.”
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