In our unpredictable weather, where it’s somehow always humid, even in the rainy season, facial mists have become a beauty kit staple to skincare enthusiasts.
“While many of us assume a face mist is just overpriced scented water, it’s actually much more than that,” Forbes wrote. According to Dr. Kally Papantoniou, a New York-based cosmetic dermatologist and founder of Simply Dermatology, “A facial mist can be refreshing and hydrating to the skin. It’s especially useful for those who have sensitive or extremely dry skin, travel frequently, or live in dry climates.”
Skin Care Edit lists down reasons why Facial Mists are a must-have. This includes its ability to hydrate skin on the go and seal in extra moisture, prime skin for makeup, as well as help blend or revive makeup, boost absorption of moisturizers and masks, and even help control oil production. Yes, it’s capable of both moisturizing and mattifying skin.
Here are some we recommend:
Luxe Organix Skin Mattifying Mist with Tea Tree Extract
Infused with tea tree extracts, this Korean brand’s skin mattifying mist has anti-pollution and anti-sebum that helps reduce the appearance of excess oil and protects skin against harmful pollutants. Our editor here at Preen.ph personally recommends it. Available at Watsons stores.
TooFaced Peach Mist Mattifying Setting Spray
If you want that fresh, summer feeling all year long, keep this with you at all times. Too Faced’s lightweight mist revitalizes skin and makeup thanks to its “exclusive comfort matte technology.” It claims to last up to 16 hours, and is formulated without gluten and parabens. Oh, and it smells like peaches and sweet fig cream. Available on Sephora.
Happy Skin Catch The Sun On The Go Hydrating UV Mist SPF 35 PA+++
Sunscreen on the go? Happy Skin’s 3-in-1 promises to deliver with their formula that not only hydrates skin and helps reduce oil and shine but also protects against UV rays. “This ultra light UV mist is infused with a special oil- absorbing powder that helps deliver a light matte finish,” their site claims. “It also contains Vitamin B3 and moisturizing Hyaluronic Acid that help make skin healthier with regular use.” Available on Beauty MNL.
Boscia White Charcoal Mattifying Makeup Setting Spray
This fine mist by Boscia gently mattifies and sets makeup while keeping skin hydrated. White charcoal helps keep moisture sealed in and provides long-term skin benefits. Binchotan White Charcoal helps tighten pores while balancing moisture levels for a shine-free complexion. Available on Nordstrom.
MAC Prep + Prime Fix + Mattifying Mist
With their mattifying mist, MAC updates their cult-favorite face mist with a formula that contains “powders, silica and other oil-absorbing agents to help set makeup and rebalance and mattify skin.” The non-acnegenic spray refreshes and rebalances skin while instantly controlling shine and oil on the surface without disturbing makeup. Available at SM Makati.
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