Mist opportunities
Whether tanning or toning, these skincare sprays Will enhance your complexion, says Katie Wright
When temperatures soar and you can’t escape to the seaside or for a dip in the pool, a quick spritz of facial mist is a handy hack to help you cool down – especially if you keep it in the fridge.
not only are these blasts of refreshment a delight on sticky days, a beautifying spray can work wonders for your complexion when used in the morning or evening.
Plus, with lots priced at less than £10, they’re an affordable way to up the ante on your summer skincare.
here are seven skin-boosting reasons to add a face mist to your daily routine...
Toning
Neutrogena Clear & Soothe Toning Mist, £5.99, Boots
Ideal for oily or combination skin types, a toning mist nourishes the skin without clogging pores. Apply after cleansing and follow with an oil-free moisturiser for a perfectly primed matte base.
sun PROTECTION
Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Fragrance Free Sunscreen Face Mist, £8.99
If you find sunblock too heavy or greasy, swap your usual lotion for a light-asair mist that can be applied on top of make-up. These high-factor sunscreen sprays are also great for topping up throughout the day.
Hydrating
Pip & Pod Blueberry Tonic Face Mist, £9, Holland and Barrett
every beauty buff knows that hyaluronic acid is a must for helping your skin to retain moisture. In a mist formula, you get those all-important acid molecules plus a big hit of hydration.
Brightening
Natura Siberica Anti-ox Wild Blueberry Moisturising Face Mist Toner, £8.49 or Trilogy Vitamin C Energising Mist Toner, £19.50
To achieve a bright, healthy complexion, a mist packed with antioxidants should be top of your shopping list.
Vitamin C in particular is renowned for its glow-giving power, with experts recommending you use it in the morning to prevent oxidation during the day.
Make-up setting
Givenchy Prisme Libre Prep & Set Glow Mist SPF45, £36, Escentual or Pur Lit Mist Illuminating Setting Spray, £19
More than simply foundation fixers, the next generation of setting sprays can actually be used under make-up as a primer, plus they offer an extradewy finish and some even provide SPF protection too.
SOOTHING
Sun Bum Cool Down Hydrating After Sun Spray Aloe Vera and Cocoa Butter £12.79, Boots
Give parched summer skin some TLC and tan-prolonging hydration with a soothing aftersun spray. Look for moisturising ingredients like aloe vera, coconut oil or sunflower seed oil.
Tanning
Bare by Vogue Face Tanning Mist, £16
Perfect for topping up your tan post-holiday (because your face tends to fade faster than your body), a self-tanning spray adds a burst of moisture and a healthy glow that develops in a few hours.