Pat McGrath Glass Skin Spray Review

That glossy, poreless glass skin look is highly covetable, and people will do just about anything—and spend a lot of money—to get it. Made popular in South Korea, treatments such as “glass skin Botox” (where you inject micro amounts of a diluted neurotoxin into the top layers of skin), laser treatments, and chemical peels all aim to get that smooth and luminous glow. 

Thanks to the genius of makeup artist Pat McGrath, though, you can now get glass skin with just a spritz or two. The brand new Skin Fetish: Glass Skin 001 Legendary Glow Setting Spray ($38, Sephora) delivers up to 16 hours of “smooth, dewy, lacquered brilliance” while hydrating your skin and locking in your look. (The brand refers to it as “other wordly shine,” and we agree.)

So, what makes it different from any other setting spray or product that promises glass skin? “Unlike many other setting sprays, this one has buildable shine and can create a glass-like finish reminiscent of the viral looks from the Spring/Summer 2025 Maison Margiela runway show,” explains celebrity makeup artist Bryan Cantor. 

It’s also made with nourishing skincare ingredients versus just creating a veil over your face. The formula is infused with aloe leaf, cucumber, and black tulip extracts—which hydrate, soothe, and calm skin—and it has a breathable finish that works and moves with you all day long. 

Pat McGrath Labs Glass Skin Spray Vs. Mask 

Cantor tells us that the easy-to-use spray is an exciting alternative to the Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish: Glass 001 Artistry Mask ($38, PatMcGrath.com). While the mask delivers a seriously impressive glass-like finish, too—that virtually erases the look of pores and reflects any and all light—it’s much more fitting for editorial work versus long-term, going-about-your-business wear.

“The spray is more suited for the consumer, creating a wearable shine that lasts all day,” Cantor says. He adds that using a pore minimizing primer, followed by your makeup (optional), followed by the setting spray will deliver that iconic and oh-so-enviable glass skin look. 

A Customizable Finish

You can even customize the spray according to your preferences. One layer creates a hydrated, dewy finish, while three or more layers (with a 30 second pause between each) delivers that enviable glass-like brilliance. Once dry, it creates a smooth and lacquer-like film over your skin. 

“The allure of glass skin has captivated makeup lovers everywhere, and I wanted to make that high-shine dream a reality for all,” says McGrath. “This setting spray empowers anyone to create their own radiant masterpiece—whether it’s subtle everyday elegance or full-throttle glamour, all day long.”