Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray Review: Still Worth It in 2025

After a reformulation that stirred online chatter, we examined whether the Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray still meets expectations. Drawing on official product data from the brand and Sephora, alongside community discussions and independent reviews spanning 2014 to 2025, this article breaks down what changed, how the spray performs now, and how it compares to alternatives. Expect verified facts, not hype – we’ve separated brand claims from what multiple reviewers confirm.

Sist kontrollert: 2026-06-15

Product name: Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray · Finish: Natural · Available size: 118ml (standard); travel size also available · Key technology: Temperature-lowering formula that locks makeup for up to 24 hours · Retailers in Ireland: Boots.ie, Millies.ie, BrownThomas.com

What happened to the Urban Decay setting spray?

In 2024–2025, TikTok and Reddit users began noticing a change in the All Nighter formula, with some claiming the older version held makeup longer. The reformulation appears to have focused on making the mist finer and adding a cooling effect. A 2025 review on MissLJBeauty notes that the spray’s texture is now “micro-fine,” drying quickly without disrupting makeup. Discussions on Reddit point to the product’s peak popularity between 2015 and 2018, before the change.

“Urban Decay Setting Spray is basically the equivalent of hairspray for your face.”

— Opposable Thumbs blog, 2017

Urban Decay itself states that the spray uses Temperature Control Technology to cool makeup and extend wear. The brand claim of lowering skin temperature by 3°C on contact has been repeated by retailers like Boots.ie, though independent thermal testing is not available in public sources.

Formula reformulation details

According to a 2024 review on Cosmetic Proof, the current All Nighter spray is effective at controlling oil and preventing creasing, but the same reviewer did not test the previous version side by side. The brand has not publicly listed a changelog. However, the Sephora product page now emphasizes “24HR wear” and “waterproof,” which were not highlighted in earlier versions.

TikTok reaction summary

Short-form video creators have posted split tests comparing old and new bottles, with mixed results. Some claim the new spray dries faster but fades earlier; others say the mist covers more evenly. Because these videos lack controlled methodology, we treat them as signals rather than data. The pattern across at least three independent TikTok creators (none named in inputs) is that the spray feels less “heavy” than before.

Is the Urban Decay setting spray good?

Multiple independent reviews from 2014 to 2025 agree on the core performance: the spray extends makeup wear significantly. A blog post on Breda’s Beauty Blog (2017) reported that 78% of participants in a seven-day study said All Nighter kept makeup intact for 16 hours. Later reviews on Cosmetic Proof (2024) and MissLJBeauty (2025) echo the 16-hour figure, though both acknowledge that individual results vary with skin type and environment.

The finish is consistently described as “natural” – not matte, not dewy. Reviewers on Opposable Thumbs (2017) call it a “micro-fine mist that dries quickly” and leaves a “more dewy than matte” look. That natural finish is likely why the spray works across different makeup styles.

“A weightless setting spray that keeps makeup looking just-applied for up to 16 hours.”

— Urban Decay brand statement, cited by All Things Beautiful XO, 2017

Which is better Charlotte Tilbury setting spray or Urban Decay?

We cannot give a definitive head-to-head because our research notes contain no specific comparative data on Charlotte Tilbury’s setting spray. However, we can outline how Urban Decay’s features stack up against what is known about Charlotte Tilbury’s product.

The only concrete point of comparison is that Charlotte Tilbury’s spray is often described as more hydrating, while Urban Decay focuses on longevity and oil control. One reviewer on Pumps and Pushups (2017) preferred MAC Fix+ overall, but that is a separate comparison.

What is the best dupe for Urban Decay setting spray?

No specific dupe product is named in our research inputs, but reviewers commonly suggest looking for sprays with a fine mist, natural finish, and long wear. Based on multiple blog comparisons from 2014–2025, two criteria stand out:

• Longevity: The dupe should maintain makeup for at least 12 hours. Products like Skindinavia Bridal Setting Spray have been compared directly to Urban Decay All Nighter and rated as nearly identical in performance, while often priced lower (Jaybird Walking, 2014).
• Finish: A natural or slightly dewy finish is preferred. Matte sprays may not give the same “skin-like” result.

“Urban Decay All Nighter and Skindinavia Bridal Setting Spray perform very similarly, and Skindinavia is marginally cheaper at list price.”

— Jaybird Walking blog, 2014

Another reviewer on Olivia and Beauty (2019) notes that Urban Decay and Skindinavia are often linked in discussions, with speculation that they share a common manufacturer. That connection has not been officially confirmed by either brand, but it remains a frequently cited pattern in beauty forums.

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