Growing up, my favorite part about spending summer days at amusement parks wasn’t the thrilling roller coasters (although that was a close second, tbh); it was actually passing through the misting machine for a quick cooldown. Not shockingly, I'm still misting as an adult—both at the start of my as well as throughout the day for an instant refresh. There’s just something so satisfying about a little *spritzy spritz*.

Not only does it feel incredible, but can also plump and rehydrate my skin on the fly, and bring my makeup back to life on long days. With spritz season upon us—and I’m not just talking about the Aperol and Hugo varieties šŸ‘€ā€”face mists will become the unsung hero of your skincare routine. Ahead, here's everything you need to know about face mists, including what they do, the correct way to spritz, and the top ingredients to look for.

What is face misting? Sorry to be Captain Obvious, but it's just spritzing your skin with a face mist. Not to be confused with setting sprays, face mists offer a slew of added benefits aside from refreshing your skin, such as increasing hydration and reducing redness, depending on its ingredient profile. And there's never been a better time to be misting: ā€œFace misting has gained popularity because of its convenience and immediate hydrating effects,ā€ says aesthetician .

ā€œUsing one is an easy way to refresh the skin throughout the day, especially in dry or hot environments." Is face mist like a toner? Face mists fu.