11 best hydrating face mists for on-the-go refreshment

Transform your skin with a luxurious spritz of Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Miracle Hydrating Mist Spray. It's part of Elizabeth Arden's Eight Hour® collection, which is a range of multi-tasking skincare that repairs and protects the skin barrier and is deeply moisturising. Customers recommend it as a refreshing spritz to help skin feel nourished, soft and silky.

We tested the Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Miracle Hydrating Mist Spray. Natalie says it's lovely and refreshing on your face, neck and décolletage in hot weather. Just bear in mind that it's slightly fragranced, which might not be to everyone's taste. The slight viscosity of this hydrating mist makes it a good option for priming your face before applying makeup. Alternatively, spritz over makeup during the day to reinvigorate a look, so that foundation doesn't dry out.

For a wonderfully hydrating and refreshing facial in a bottle this mist is a real treat.

Indulge in a luxurious skincare ritual for a radiant, healthy glow with Caudalie Eau de Raisin. It may sound odd, but this face mist is 100 per cent organic grape water. It claims to boost skin's hydration by 127 per cent. Grape water has antioxidant properties which helps to protect against free radicals, thereby protecting skin against dark spots, aging and uneven skin tone. Customers say this face mist is effective at calming skin inflammation. It provides hydration for all skin types.

We tried and tested Caudalie Eau de Raisin over the course of two weeks. Natalie says it's a fantastic primer because it smooths uneven skin, making it easier to apply foundation. She has combination skin and liked that this product helps to hydrate the dry areas and doesn't make the oily areas too greasy.

If you're prone to acne or have textured or sensitive skin this is a super face mist for cooling and refreshing skin. In addition, it gives a youthful glow, making skin plump and fresh. Most of all, it's very effective for smoothing skin before applying makeup.

Glow with confidence, and join the growing number of ladies who are loving this award-winning Irish skincare brand. Ella & Jo Hyaluronic Face Mist is a 3-in-1 formulation that hydrates, plumps and sets. It is full of skin-nourishing ingredients to transform dull and tight skin. A blend of botanical extracts, antioxidants and vitamins balances dry, oily and combination skin, resulting in a healthy and hydrated complexion.

Our tester said: "I keep this face mist in the fridge, and it gives a refreshing spritz. Having tried a range of face mists, I would say the droplet size is larger than others, so you don't need to spray much. Also, it has a slightly floral fragrance, which comes from the chamomile and aloe vera. But it dries quickly and doesn't leave any kind of sticky residue on the skin. I use it in conjunction with Ella & Jo Relax & Renew Night Cream and their Plum & Protect hydrating day cream, and my skin is hydrated and younger-looking than it was a few months ago. I went on holiday recently and forgot to take it. My sun-baked skin and I missed this Ella & Jo face spray. Next time, I'm packing it!"

Ella & Jo is an award-winning, eco-conscious skincare brand that combines natural and active ingredients. Its multi-functional collection is inspired by plants and well-being backed by science.

For an ultra fine spray that soothes itchy, irritated and tired skin, choose La Roche-Posay Eau Thermale. It's a hypoallergenic formula that can be used on the most sensitive skin. Nourish your face with this thermal spring water mist that contains prebiotic minerals to feed the good bacteria in skin. This helps to cultivate a healthy microbiome. It's very effective on dry, sensitive, red and irritated skin, providing instant cooling relief. Customers say that they can see the improvement in their skin condition as a result of using this spray for a few weeks.

We tested La Roche-Posay Eau Thermale. Our tester uses for high-end skincare products because she found that budget beauty products irritate her skin. Angela is in her early 60s with dry, pale skin that's prone to redness. She has found that French skincare and cosmetics are the best for keeping her flare-ups at bay. She had hot flushes when she was going through the menopause, and used La Roche-Posay Eau Thermale to cool her skin. The super fine mist is even better when you store the can in the fridge. Keep skin hydrated and reduce irritation with La Roche-Posay Eau Thermale.

Just like Vichy Eau Thermal, this is chiefly a hydrating and soothing face mist rather than a primer or for setting makeup.

Enjoy a rose-scented mist that's a boost to skin nutrition, with Elemental Herbology Antioxidant Hydration Mist. It's a calming flower water that's rich in antioxidants to protect skin from environmental stressors. It contains rose damask oil that's deeply moisturising and repairing, reducing redness and sensitivity. Mist over cleansed skin morning and evening before applying your serum, facial oil or moisturiser. Or use it throughout the day to refresh and hydrate.

Natalie says: "I was intrigued to try this rosewater-based hydrating mist. I've been familiar with the benefits of Bulgarian rosewater for years after being introduced to it by a friend. This Elemental Herbology Antioxidant Hydration Mist doesn't state the provenance of its ingredients, but it claims to contain high-quality and antioxidant-rich rose damask oil and flower water.

"Elemental Herbology's products are always fabulous quality and the look and feel of this hydration mist was no exception. The metal bottle feels lovely, especially when chilled and spritzed straight from the fridge. The ultra fine mist has a strong rose fragrance and it's instantly refreshing on skin. After a little spell of hot summer days, the mist was an invigorating pick-me-up.

"It has a slight tackiness to it, making it a very good base for applying your make-up. But I felt that if I was spritzing a lot, this could begin to feel a bit too sticky, so less is more for me.

"All-in-all, if you are a fan of rosewater in beauty products, this is a must-have to give skin a treat in hot weather."

Experience the benefits of hydrated skin with Avene Eau Thermale. This light and gentle mist is natural mineral water from the south of France. Avène has been producing soothing skincare treatments from thermal mineral water for over 270 years. It's mild enough to be used post surgical or cosmetic procedures and it can be used on babies' skin to soothe nappy rash.

Store it in the fridge and spritz it to cool down in hot weather. It's a pure product that can be used to soothe sun burn. Customers praise the hydrating properties of this mister. It calms sensitive skin and is refreshing too.

Our tester says that Avene Eau Thermale is an essential part of her daily skincare routine. As well as soothing hot, tired and tight skin, this mineral water mist improves skin's ability to absorb skincare products. Also, our tester sprays it over makeup to smooth powder and blend.

If you have puffy eyes first thing in the morning or have a skin condition, such as Rosacea, this refreshing and cooling mist can provide relief from irritation and inflammation. Similarly, on acne-prone skin this product hydrates without clogging pores.

Soothe and hydrate for a radiant complexion with Vichy Eau Thermal. This gentle face mist calms sensitive skin. It is 100 per cent Vichy spa water, that's fragrance free and suitable for all skin types, including irritated and eczema-prone skin. Perk up your skin and mood anytime with this 150ml can that fits in a hand bag, to combat dryness and keep skin hydrated all day long. Customers say it leaves skin feeling soft and refreshed. It's also effective for calming hot flushes. Whether you're looking to revive skin after the gym or stay hydrated on a long flight, Vichy Eau Thermal is the best hydrating face spray.

Do bear in mind that it is a mineral-rich water mist, nothing else, so it's not multifunctional like some other face sprays that can be used for setting makeup or for giving a dewy look. However, if you're at your wits end with itchy, hot and red skin this hydrating face mist can provide a great deal of relief.

For a dewy, revitalised look that enhances your natural luminosity, go for d'alba Italian First Spray Serum. The spray serum claims to provide relief for flaky skin and it deeply hydrates, with visible results. It contains white truffle, which has antioxidant properties. This improves skin's elasticity and smooths fine lines and wrinkles.

Customers say it sprays evenly and it can be used for skincare or over makeup. This spray serum feels luxurious and locks your look place with a natural finish. A review recommends using this serum just before applying makeup as it blends creases and lessens the cakey build-up of makeup. As it's a serum with an oil, give it a shake before use so that the ingredients mix.

Do bear in mind that whilst certified vegan and designed for use on the facial area, some customers found it irritated their skin. However, the vast majority love this viral TikTok beauty spray and they benefit from its moisturising properties.

Unlock the secret to radiant skin with Charlotte's Magic Hydrator Mist. This luxurious mist treats your skin to a spa-like experience. It's infused with hyaluronic acid, niacinamide (for pollution defence) and Japanese Kombu extract to firm skin. These ingredients help to hydrate, oxygenate and protect.

Customers praise this hydrating mist, saying it firms and rejuvenates skin. A couple of spritzes result in plump, radiant and healthy looking skin. The mist has a subtle White Tea of Bali fragrance and is very light and refreshing. Do note that some reviews felt the scent was a bit too strong for a face mist. It's worth going to your local Charlotte Tilbury makeup counter and trying it out before your buy.

Even if you haven't slept a wink, this hydrating mist helps skin look fresh and glowing, with or without makeup.

When you deeply nourish skin you radiate good health and this e.l.f. Hydrating Coconut Mist is perfect for when your skin feels a bit dehydrated or if your makeup looks dry. It's a lightweight mist that hydrates skin and refreshes makeup. It has an uplifting coconut scent that's a lovely pick-me-up during a busy day. In addition to enriching coconut, it's infused with vitamin E to nourish skin.

It's an Amazon's Choice recommended product that's vegan and cruelty-free. Customers praise this mist as a lovely soft spray with a pleasant scent. It's even better when stored in the fridge. Be aware customers with sensitive skin didn't get on with this mist and you need to keep your eyes closed when you spray this product.

It's not a setting spray, rather it's a refreshing mist that's great value for money, with packaging that makes it look more expensive than what it is. If you're looking for a setting spray, e.l.f. have an separate product called e.l.f. Dewy Setting Mist.

For refreshing skincare that peps you up when you're out and about, we recommend Evian Facial Spray. It contains the essential minerals of pure Evian alpine water. You can keep it in the fridge for extra cooling. It's an instant way to feel refreshed on a hot summer day. Also, you can use this facial spray to help set your makeup in place.

This is convenient skincare for when you're on-the-go. Use Evian Facial Spray to reinvigorate skin after a gym workout or stay cool and hydrated in the heat. Also, customer reviews recommend it for combatting hot flushes. Also, use it to keep skin hydrated on long haul flights.

Whilst this is a travel size 50ml can, an Evian Facial Spray 150ml is also available.