Face mists are skincare products in liquid form that come in a spray bottle or atomizer that you mist onto your skin. The whole point of using a face mist is to give your skin much-needed moisture and hydration so that it can better absorb other skincare products like moisturisers and face serums. There are even face mists that contain ingredients that have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant and hydrating properties.
Is face mist good for oily skin?
The answer is a resounding yes. Face mists with the right combination of ingredients will help in regulating sebum production as well as reinvigorating your complexion and mattifying the shine from oily skin. When it comes to oily skin which is also acne-prone, ingredients that are anti-bacterial and have healing properties to soothe the aftermath of an acne breakout should be high on your priority list.
Can I use face mist at night?
Of course, you can. In fact, you are encouraged to do so. The recommended way to incorporate face mists into your skincare routine is by giving your cleaned skin a spritz of the face mist before applying moisturizer in the morning and at night as well as whenever you need to instantly perk up your skin throughout the day.
Now that we’ve demystified the basics of face mists, here are our picks for some products that will let you ditch the dryness and give your face a refreshing wake-up call.
The Herbivore Botanicals Rose Hibiscus Hydrating Face Mist features an all-star team of ingredients that includes hyaluronic acid, rose hydrosol, aloe vera, glycerin, coconut fruit, and hibiscus extract. This all translates to a super-hydrating mist that is guaranteed to leave your skin feeling soft and refreshed. Best of all, the mist does not contain alcohol which is notorious for being too drying on the skin.
This variant of the Mario Badescu Facial Spray contains aloe, herbs and rosewater which are effective at reducing inflammation caused by acne. Thanks to the combination of its extremely hydrating and rejuvenating mix of herbal and natural extracts, your face is bound to exude a natural glow with a flower-like radiance.
With a neutral pH balance of 7.2, the Evian Facial Spray is suited for just about every skin type out there. The applicator creates a gentle, superfine mist which makes it perfect for using outdoors. If you have sensitive skin, you’d be pleased to know that the pure Alpine water contains mineral salts that offer excellent compatibility with the facial skin.
Say hello to plumper and fresher skin with the Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Repair Mist. It contains ingredients such as damask rose, juniper berry, palmarosa and cucumber seed oils that work great at soothing the skin. Furthermore, it has excellent moisture-locking properties with its restorative blend of antioxidants, probiotics, and unique hydrating ‘anti-evaporation’ molecules that cling onto skin cells.
Here’s an option that will hydrate your skin without leaving a sticky or tacky feeling. The PIXI Hydrating Milky Mist is less oily as it contains plenty of humectants like glycerin, glycosaminoglycans, and ethylhexylglycerin. In addition, there are light emollients that help with softening dry, rough, and flakey skin without feeling greasy. It also contains anti-irritants like black oat and allantoin to soothe the skin.
The Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist is practically a moisturiser in a convenient spray form. Its milky formulation is chock-full of hydrating ingredients that will allow your skin to combat dryness and impart a luminous, dewy finish onto your skin. The humectants infused into the formula moisturizes your skin by extracting water from the surrounding air which allows the other ingredients like the Okinawa red algae and hyaluronic acid to penetrate deeper into the skin.
The Benton Tea Tree Mist is light and absorbs quickly into the skin so it’s perfect for anyone dealing with oily skin. It contains tea tree leaf water which is a natural, anti-inflammatory ingredient that fights against acne problems such as pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads while preventing new ones from forming. On top of that, the hyaluronic acid is a powerful moisturiser that keeps your skin hydrated.
The La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water is travel-size so it is a convenient choice whenever you’re looking for a quick, hydrating spritz wherever you are. The mineral-rich micro-droplets of the mist provide immediate and intense soothing which is helpful for anyone with sensitive skin. It also doubles as a toner which means you can apply it immediately after you wash your face and then do your makeup.
While the Mad Hippie Hydrating Nutrient Mist is a great choice for everyone, it’s especially suitable for men as it’s a moisturizer, antioxidant serum, acne treatment, and anti-aging product all wrapped up in a single product. One of its active ingredients is sodium ascorbyl phosphate that's great for brightening dull skin, protecting against free radicals, and clearing breakouts.
Avène Thermal Spring Water is able to reduce inflammation, relieve irritation, and speed up the healing process so it’s a great option for people suffering from eczema, psoriasis, ichthyosis, or dermatitis. Besides its unique mineral composition, the water contains a microorganism called Aqua. dolomiae which can activate an anti-inflammatory response in the body to alleviate itching, irritation, and conditions like atopic dermatitis.
The Saturday Skin Daily Dew Hydrating Essence Mist pulls double duty as a toner and essence. The mist is a mixture of hyaluronic acid, kiwi and grapefruit extracts, as well as peptides to leave your skin with a beautiful, dewy glow. On top of that, it also contains antioxidants to fight free radical damage and provide moisture to the skin over and under makeup.
The Supergoop! Defense Refresh (Re)setting Mist SPF 40 is more than just a hydrating face mist, it is packed with SPF 40 to guard your skin’s barrier from UV rays. It is concocted with beneficial essential oils like rosemary, spearmint, and peppermint to soothe and refresh your skin. This multi-tasking mist also acts as a makeup setting spray to lock in your look, control natural oils, and even out complexion.
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Miracle Hydrating Mist is laced with humectants like glycerin and aloe which grabs onto moisture and helps hold it in the skin. This mist also features a superfruit blend that includes acai, goji, mangosteen, noni, and pomegranate as well as coffee seeds to provide your skin with antioxidant protection. To top it off, the mist contains apple leaf extract that soothes irritated skin to reduce the appearance of redness and blotchiness.
The wildly popular Thayers Witch Hazel Aloe Vera Formula Toners are now available in misting spray bottles to give your skin an instant glow. It contains witch hazel which is great at reducing redness, breakouts, and oil production. Spritzing a layer of this facial mist in between your skincare and makeup routine will help to lock in the moisture so your skin will appear plumper and dewier.
If you’re sensitive to fragrance, then the COSRX Low pH PHA Barrier Mist is just what you’re looking for. Its formulation includes 98.1 % coconut fruit extract and 0.5 % polyhydroxy acid that work together to keep the skin at an optimal pH so that the skin stays hydrated and is able to fight off bacteria. Besides, its water-light texture provides an instant pick-me-up for your skin.