Does anybody know any alternatives to using fixative to seal graphite drawings?

The paper is use is thin so the fixative would likely damage the paper and possibly alter my hours of hard work . Graphite is prone to smudging so the fixative would keep it in place but there’s cons to the method. 🤦‍♀️ Any tips??

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SW-User

I usually use a really light hairspray 😂

Prettybratbi1tch · 26-30, F

@SW-User I heard that it damages the drawing overtime is it true?

SW-User

@Prettybratbi1tch I’ve not had any issues

Prettybratbi1tch · 26-30, F

@SW-User what brand hairspray do you usually use?

SW-User

@Prettybratbi1tch elnett

Prettybratbi1tch · 26-30, F

I’ve never seen or heard of that one until now maybe it’s because we’re in different countries but I’ll definitely look in local stores for it @SW-User

SW-User

@Prettybratbi1tch it’s super light and fine which is why I think it works well

Prettybratbi1tch · 26-30, F

@SW-User do your drawings still remain in tact years later ?

SW-User

@Prettybratbi1tch yea, I’ve been using it for 4-5 years and never had an issue

Prettybratbi1tch · 26-30, F

@SW-User okay thank you for taking the time to answer my questions I’ll check it out if I can find it. 😊