By Hannah Powling
Holiday or no holiday – the summer season can bring drying heat or humidity (we’re looking at you London), which can take a toll on our skin – so there’s nothing better than having a trusty face mist around to keep you hydrated, plump and fresh throughout the day.
Whether its to cool down on a hot day, stay hydrated during a long flight, keep your makeup looking fresh all day long, or even soothe sunburn and heat rash – this summer essential will give your skin an instant boost that you’ll soon become addicted to.
Here are our favourites:
MAULI
Mauli’s cell rejuvenating mist is created using a steam distillation process which goes back for centuries, and this is a special process as it ensures that the optimum biodynamic energy of pure rose is perfectly preserved. This mist can be used on both face and hair as a wonderful hydrating pick-me-up.
OMOROVICZA
An instant refresh against dull looking skin – Chrissy Iley has raved about this face mist, “A spritz of this and you feel uplifted from the inside out. Your skin feels alive. They say it’s a midday pick me up or a post cleanse toner but since I’ve been introduced to it I use it all the time. It’s like an espresso for the face.” Read her full review here.
SKII
Cate Blanchett is an avid fan – so we can’t argue with that! SK-II’s instant moisture boosting daytime essence locks into the skin to penetrate with deep and long-lasting moisture. Skin is softer, smoother and clearer and it even targets the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, as it is so plumping.
LIZ EARLE
Infused with revitalising aloe vera and skin-soothing calendula, chamomile, cucumber, Liz Earle’s tonic spritzer works to leave your skin plump and hydrated, with noticeable difference. The heavenly scent combines geranium, sweet orange and lavender.
NIOD
The names of NIOD products are always wonderfully scientific and always manage to intrigue me, and tongue-tie me! Ready? The Superoxide Dismutase Saccharide Mist is the answer to all of your dehydration and pollution woes. SDSM is a treatment mist and basically a bottle of perfect stable superhero defences in high concentration, to protect against daily aggressors.
The perfect refresher for parched or dry skin, instantly infusing the skin with hydration whilst working to reduce inflammation and environmental damage. Nice!
SÖND
For a lightweight option, Sönd’s face spray is an aqua based infusion of silica to refresh and moisturise, even for the most sensitive of skin. A perfectly simple everyday essential for healthier looking skin.
MELVITA
Melvita’s fair trade floral waters are the ultimate soothing spritzers, they use a steam distillation process to extract the floral water which is particularly rich in active ingredients, making these formulas pretty powerful. There are a few to choose from, including Rose or Orange, to help with dehydration and regeneration of the skin. Perfect for irritated or skin that’s in need of a little comfort. Take your floral pick.
KIEHL’S
Now this is the only face spritz that tingles a little on the skin – because it is simply working its magic. Kiehl’s cooling and refreshing formula works to purify and hydrate the skin. It is a little bit of an instant boost on-the-go keeping your skin soft and smooth. Its potent blend of essential oils works to detoxify and protect the skin from further environmental aggressors, too.
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