How to properly store a facial mist?

A great ally during the summer season, the facial mist is a spray water enriched with botanical actives and a light fragrance to gently refresh and moisten the surface of the facial skin. Light and airy, this product offers the same benefits for the skin as a face cream, with the difference that the mist provides ease of application. Indeed, with a simple spritz, the mist can be applied at any time of the day to boost the complexion and maintain the hydration of the epidermis. Much more than a simple thermal water aerosol, the botanical facial mist has specific features adapted to each skin type depending on the formula offered. While some mists only have a hydrating action, others contain active ingredients that give them a purifying, soothing, anti-pollution, makeup fixing, firming, antioxidant action, etc...

For combination to oily skin or skin prone to blemishes, prioritize the use of a purifying care mist formulated with zinc PCA, lemon balm hydrosol, black willow bark extract, and tea tree essential oil for their sebum-regulating and anti-inflammatory properties. If you have mature skin, opt for the toning face mist to help stimulate collagen synthesis for a more toned, firmer, and plumper skin. It notably contains rose geranium hydrosol (for its toning action), beech bud extract (for its regenerative virtue), and Italian helichrysum essential oil (an active ingredient that stimulates collagen synthesis). Prefer the antioxidant botanical mist formulated with green tea hydrosol, white fir seed extract, and petitgrain bigarade essential oil to restore radiance and evenness to your complexion, as well as to protect the skin from free radicals. Finally, choose the hydrating mist, which contains centifolia rose cells and verbena hydrosol, if your skin tends to dehydrate.

Just like all beauty care products, botanical mists are often stored in a cupboard, on a high shelf, or on the edge of the bathroom sink. However, the temperature and humidity fluctuations observed in this room do not guarantee proper preservation of the product. Indeed, heat and humidity can alter it, and it may thus lose its effectiveness. Whether they are toning or antioxidant, mists are very sensitive to high temperatures. Therefore, they should be stored in a dry location, at a temperature below 77°F, away from heat, humidity, and light. This will optimize their effectiveness and also preserve their properties. Moreover, the packaging of the mist has been transformed to ensure optimal preservation of the product. Indeed, mists are packaged in amber bottles to protect them from the sun.

However, during the warm months, cool storage at a constant temperature is recommended. When the mist is stored in a cool place, refrigeration allows for better preservation of its active ingredients. Cooling can be beneficial for a decongesting or calming effect. Moreover, when they are refrigerated, their refreshing effect is greatly enhanced. The mist thus provides a bit more freshness with each spray. Even though its formula adapts to storage at room temperature, the cold helps to extend its lifespan, hence the recommendation for fridge storage. Before placing your mist in the refrigerator, it should be noted that once it's there, it's best if it stays there. Avoid breaking the cold chain. Indeed, frequent in-and-out movements can lead to premature degradation of the formula. It is therefore advised to always put your skincare product back after each use. The secret to a long-lasting mist is to avoid temperature fluctuations and the refrigerator presents itself as an ideal alternative to the bathroom.