Face mists have become super popular over the last years. The misconception that facial mists are just fancy waters still exists, but for those in the know a good face mist became an essential beauty product in their routine. Besides its refreshing and mood boosting properties face mists are also packed with hydrating and soothing ingredients and they can be used for a variety of purposes.
With just a quick hit of mist you add moisture to your skin. When you do this after cleansing and before your moisturizer it helps to seal in this added moisture. Facial mists also play nicely with make up.
Use it to before make up, so you have a damp canvas, making your foundation look more natural. Finish off your makeup with face mist especially if you use matte makeup or powders or if you’re going for that dewy – glow from within – look. Some facial mists make your makeup last longer, although they shouldn’t be confused with setting sprays.
Face mists are also the perfect beauty product to reset your makeup when you’re halfway through your day. Just spray, and re-blend your makeup with a sponge or your fingers and you’re back in the game.
Whether your skin is dry, your make up in need of a touch-up or it is time for a quick pick-me-up, a spritz of one of these 10 best cruelty-free face mists will give you instant satisfaction. 8 of them are vegan too.
Index
- Tatcha – Luminous Dewy Skin Mist
- Herbivore – Rose Hibiscus Coconut Water Hydrating Face Mist (VEGAN)
- Mario Badescu – Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs and Rose Water (VEGAN)
- Youth to the People – Adaptogen Soothe + Hydrate Activated Mist (VEGAN)
- Kopari – Coconut Rose Toner (VEGAN)
- Glow Recipe – Watermelon Glow Ultra-Fine Mist (VEGAN)
- Wander Beauty – Glow Getter Mist
- Omorovicza – Queen of Hungary Mist (VEGAN)
- Dermalogica – Antioxidant Hydramist (VEGAN)
- Murad – Prebiotic 3-in-1 MultiMist (VEGAN)
The Best Cruelty-Free and Vegan Face Mists
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Tatcha* – Luminous Dewy Skin Mist
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Due to ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid, Squalane and Red Algae this fancy face mist is super hydrating for your skin. The silky essence comes out in an ultra-fine mist. It works for under and over makeup as well on makeup-free days.
Free of: Paraben, Phthalates, Sulfates, Mineral Oil, Synthetic Fragrance
*Note: Tatcha is owned by Unilever, a company that is not cruelty-free.
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Herbivore – Rose Hibiscus Coconut Water Hydrating Face Mist (vegan)
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Winner of the 2020 Glamour Readers’ Choice Beauty Award for Best Face Mist, and we understand why. It is made out of only natural ingredients. Rose water has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help reduce acne, redness and eczema. Coconut water and Hibiscus cool and hydrate the skin making this mist perfect to start your day with or for a midday refresh. It comes with the smell of roses with a hint of coconut. Bonus points for the recyclable packaging.
Free of: Paraben, Phthalates, Sulfates, Mineral Oil, Alcohol, Synthetic Fragrance, Animal Derived Ingredients, Gluten
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Mario Badescu – Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs and Rose Water (vegan)
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This wallet-friendly face spray is a cult favorite for many reasons. Made with ingredients such as Gardenia, Rose Water and Aloe Vera to sooth and calm the skin. It has an herbal rosy scent that instantly calms the nerves and makes you feel revived. On top of that it leaves a dewy hydrated glow.
Also available in Aloe, Chamomile and Lavender, perfect before bedtime.
Free of: Paraben, Sulfates, Alcohol, Animal Derived Ingredients
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Youth to the People – Adaptogen Soothe + Hydrate Activated Mist (vegan)
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This micro fine spritzer allows you to mist your face evenly without feeling like you just shot yourself with a water gun. Still it feels very refreshing and it has a calming effect on the skin (and mind). Due to Hyaluronic Acid and the powerful herbs Reishi and Ashawagandha this face mist is very hydrating and nourishing for your skin. Subtle – hardly there – scent. We love.
Free of: Paraben, Phthalates, Sulfates SLS + SLES, Mineral Oil, Animal Derived Ingredients
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Kopari – Coconut Rose Toner (vegan)
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If redness is a skin concern of yours, you have got to give this one a try. This stuff instantly reduces the appearance of redness and quenches the skin with just a single mist. It also tightens the pores and hydrates while not making your skin feel sticky. Use as a daily moisturizer and refresher throughout the day. With a soft sweet rose scent.
Free of: Paraben, Phthalates, Sulfates SLS + SLES, Alcohol, Animal Derived Ingredients
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Glow Recipe – Watermelon Glow Ultra-Fine Mist (vegan)
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Perfect to pop in your beach bag, this K-beauty face mist refreshes and leaves your skin looking healthy and glowing. The formulation consists of 84% Watermelon, Hyaluronic Acid and Hibiscus.The ultra-fine mist covers your face in a fog mist of hydration instead of drenching your face and disturbing your makeup. The scent is uplifting and light, do make sure you like the smell of watermelon.
Free of: Paraben, Phthalates, Sulfates SLS + SLES, Alcohol, Mineral Oil, Animal Derived Ingredients, Gluten
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Wander Beauty – Mist Connection
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Multi-tasking unscented face mist that is an essence and toner in one. The fine mist is made with top notch ingredients like hydrating hyaluronic acid, balancing niacinamide and moisturizing evening primrose oil. It leaves skin looking and feeling perfectly hydrated and rejuvenated.
Free of: Paraben, Phthalates, Sulfates SLS + SLES, Mineral Oil, Synthetic Fragrance, Gluten
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Omorovicza – Queen of Hungary Mist (vegan)
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This luxury fine face mist is made with healing sage waters, glycerine and algae extract, and leaves the skin hydrated and soothed, without feeling heavy on the skin at all. Many fall in love with the (natural) scent, which is a perfect mix of neroli and rose. Use it as a post cleaning toner and to add hydration at any part of the day.
Free of: Paraben, Phthalates, Sulfates SLS + SLES, Alcohol, Synthetic Fragrance, Animal Derived Ingredients, Gluten
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Dermalogica* – Antioxidant Hydramist (vegan)
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Dermalogica has a lot of amazing skin care products, and their face mist is no exception. Part of the brand’s Age Smart collection, this effective and light-weight spray hydrates, tones and firms the skin. It also creates an antioxidant shield to help fight free radical damage and prevent the signs of aging.The clean smelling mist/toner can be used after cleansing (before moisturizer) and for an extra mid-afternoon spritz. Tip: keep this mist in your fridge for an even more cooling and firming feel.
Free of: Paraben, Phthalates, Sulfates SLS + SLES, Alcohol, Synthetic Fragrance, Animal Derived Ingredients
*Note: Dermalogica is owned by Unilever, a company that is not cruelty-free.
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Murad* – Prebiotic 3-in-1 MultiMist (vegan)
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Still haven’t figured out the exact difference between a toner, primer and a setting spray? You don’t have to, cause this milky multi-mist is all three. Great for uneven, dull, dehydrated and acne-prone skin. It is formulated with pre-biotics to nourish the good bacteria on your skin, making it look more healthy and balanced. Another plus is that it sets your makeup and makes it lasts a lot longer. Does contain a perfume-y fragrance, that leans a bit more to the stronger side.
Free of: Paraben, Phthalates, Sulfates SLS + SLES, Alcohol, Mineral Oil, Animal Derived Ingredients, Gluten
*Note: Murad is owned by Unilever, a company that is not cruelty-free.
More on cruelty-free skincare:
– The best cruelty-free face exfoliators
– The best cruelty-free sunscreens for your face
– The best cruelty-free hand creams
– The best cruelty-free mineral-based sunscreens
