Is there something misting in your face routine? Maturing is realizing that no matter how our skin is behaving at the moment, a face mist is always a good idea.

Many of us are focused on simple and effective routines, which is important! But as the largest organ, our skin is constantly in a state of turnover and renewal. That requires hydration.

Sometimes, keeping a skin care routine simple means adding 1 little element to make it complete. Here are 5 face mist benefits that make a perfect complement to any skin type or skin care regimen.

We admit that a face mist does just look like a fancy face water bottle…but we promise, it’s so much more than that! A face mist is a super-efficient way to give skin what it’s craving – hydration, antioxidants, and glow. Unlike just spritzing water on the face, a beneficial face mist should be made up of nutrient-rich ingredients like hyaluronic acid or glycerin to boost lasting hydration.

We could think of a face mist as a second cousin to serum. It’s more liquid in nature but just as beneficial and nutrient-rich, except even more versatile. A great face mist can be applied any time of day or night on clean or made-up skin. It should also feel refreshing and pleasant (never greasy, heavy, or irritating).

It’s all in the design. When we compare a face mist to other liquid-based skin care steps in our routines, the design and formulation of the product truly set a face mist apart.

Let’s talk about why we’d choose to add a face mist to our routines.

First, a face mist is non-irritating (save for any individual allergies or skin conditions). Most face mists have simple product formulas and include only soothing and hydrating ingredients that are usually compatible with a variety of skin types.

Face mists are a fast track to infusions. As we mentioned, a face mist is similar in nature to a serum because the formulation is infused with positive skin-supportive ingredients like vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and even AHAs. It’s a bit of a skin care cheat because it allows us to soak in some of the good stuff without the effort of a 5- or 10-step routine.

A face mist is also super versatile and multi-purpose. It can be used on clean skin to provide a bit of extra hydration when needed. We can prime with a face mist before serum, moisturizer, or SPF. Face mist works as a midday pick-me-up, a “healthier” makeup setting spray, a great way to refresh the skin after cleansing, or as a boost layer when applying sleep or sheet masks.

Combo and oily skin types may be giving us the side-eye right now, but face masks are all-skin type-compatible! There are plenty of face mists formulated with oil-absorbing and balancing ingredients included. Look for florals and herbs such as lavender, rosemary, nettle, rose, or peppermint.

With those lovely, natural ingredients in mind, a face mist acts as both a physical boost for the skinand an emotional boost via aromatherapy. Many face mists have ingredients for aromatherapy effects. This might be a floral or herb included that not only addresses a skin concern but provides a calming, rejuvenating impact on the mood.

Finally, face mists fill the gap between skin care steps in a nearly effortless way. They add additional nutrition to routines that skip serum and additional hydration to routines that skip toner, priming spray, or setting spray. They also add additional balance to regimens that are adjusting to seasonal weather shifts. Basically, face mist is that girl.

Considering just how universally beneficial face mists are, we’ll all be looking for the perfect face mist to add to our transitional skin care routine. Here are a few of our favorites:

100% PURE Lavender Tonique
Ready for aromatherapy plus calmer, happier skin? A great option for all skin types, the lavender soothes sebum for balance, calms irritation, and sets skin afloat with happy thoughts. Great for acne-prone skin and humid climates looking for additional skin care harmony.

100% PURE Rose Water Face Mist
This face mist sinks into sensitive skin like a satin pillow. Calming, soothing, and providing lasting hydration, this rose smells as sweet as the real thing. Calming aloe, brightening white tea, and soothing chamomile make this a springtime promenade for any and every skin type to enjoy.

Tower28 Beauty S.O.S. Daily Rescue Facial Spray
We love how this fragrance-free formula calms even sensitive and inflamed skin types. A super clean and simple formula like this one means it can be used all day long to refresh, hydrate, and calm the skin.

Tata Harper Hydrating Floral Essence
Calling all smooth, supple skin lovers – this is the face mist to go for. Calming with rose and lavender, compatible with all skin types, and designed to both smooth and plump the skin, this is one of the hardest working, most luxurious face mists.

Drunk Elephant Sweet Biome Fermented Sake Hydrating Spray
Good for dry to oily skin types, this vegan sake-infused spray brightens, exfoliates, and instills lasting hydration with coconut juice and glycerin. It’s a seasonal stunner ideal for inconsistent spring weather and harsh summer climates. It’s not for sensitive skin but great for routines prioritizing anti-aging and glow.