The Best La Roche-Posay Face Sprays
La Roche-Posay is a specialist French skincare brand that offers a range of excellent products including creams, gels and serums. They have a long-established reputation across the world for their dermatologically-tested products that have proven efficacy for a variety of skin types and concerns.
While many of you will be familiar with La Roche-Posay's industry-leading Thermal Spring Water, you are probably yet to explore their fantastic selection of alternative facial sprays. Manufactured to suit a range of skin types and conditions, these sprays certainly bring a lot to the table and are a great addition to any skincare routine.
Read on for more information about what face sprays are and why you should use them, as well as an introduction to some of the best face sprays from La Roche-Posay.
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Understanding face sprays
What are face sprays?
Face sprays are usually presented in bottle form, ready to be applied to your skin. Their purpose is to nourish, hydrate and cool the skin with natural ingredients. Facial sprays are often also referred to as mists due to their lightweight formula that does not leave the skin dripping wet.
What are the benefits of using face spray?
The main benefit of using a face spray in your everyday routine is that it can instantly hydrate and refresh the skin. Dampening the skin before applying your regular moisturiser or cream will help to retain the products’ moisturising properties for better skin function. Face sprays also brighten and prime the skin to help set makeup, and provide protection during sun exposure.
What is the difference between face sprays and toners?
The obvious difference between the two products is the way that they are applied to the face. Sprays are applied straight from a bottle by directly spritzing the product onto your skin. Toners are most often poured onto a cotton pad and then gently wiped across the skin like a cleanser or serum.
There are also major differences in the formula and purpose of the two skincare products. Toners contain ingredients that help to clean and reduce pores whereas facial sprays contain nourishing oils and nutrients which have many benefits for your skin but do not target your pores.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios sprays
The Anthelios line from La Roche-Posay is designed to keep your skin nourished and protected from the sun. Their selection of lightweight sprays make it easier than ever to apply sunscreen to your face and body when needed throughout the day.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Spray SPF30 is a total upgrade from regular sunscreen products as the formula contains thermal spring water which soothes sensitive skin and locks in hydration. The spray is suitable for skin on the face and body that is prone to prickly heat and sun intolerance, and has a light but water-resistant formula that provides excellent UVA/UVB and infrared protection.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios sprays can be used by anyone. The Anthelios Invisible Kids Spray SPF50 and Invisible Kids Mist SPF50 are specially formulated for children’s delicate skin. These sprays are super easy to use and reapply throughout the day. Simply spray some onto your hands or directly onto your child’s skin, then rub the fluid in until it no longer feels tacky to touch.
Using these sprays improves sun protection, hydrates the skin and reduces the occurrence of flare-ups caused by sensitivity. The efficacy of the La Roche-Posay Anthelios range has been proven by 16 clinical case studies that were carried out by renowned dermatologists.
La Roche-Posay Serozinc
La Roche-Posay Serozinc is a brand-new facial mist toner from the Effaclar range that includes zinc sulphate, which is specifically designed to target oily, blemish-prone skin. The product comes as an aerosol spray for super easy application that doesn't leave your face feeling wet or sticky.
The formula is specifically designed to mattify the skin and reduce the appearance of blemishes, shine and grease. This product is great for anyone who suffers from naturally oily skin. You can easily apply Serzonic by spraying it onto the skin after using your regular cleanser and then letting the product absorb for a few minutes.
La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water
You may have heard about the benefits of thermal spring water before, but getting the benefits of this natural ingredient could not be easier. La Roche-Posay’s signature Thermal Spring Water is an easy to apply spray that is suitable for all skin types and can be included in your skincare routine either as an alternative to toner or just to refresh the skin throughout the day.
This spray contains minimal ingredients and is fragrance-free and non-comedogenic so won’t clog pores. It is rich in anti-free radical selenium that helps to soothe and decongest the skin. La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water will leave your skin feeling softened, refreshed and cleansed, and is ideal for use on irritated skin in the warmer weather.
To apply, simply hold the spray around 20cm from your face and leave for two to three minutes to absorb.
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra 8
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra 8 is one of the brand's most hydrating facial sprays that will comfort your skin through intense hydration. The main ingredients are glycerin, allantoin and thermal spring water which help to soothe, repair and moisturise your skin. This formula has an anti-inflammatory effect which is perfect for use in warmer weather. The efficacy of the Toleraine Ultra 8 has been clinically proven in multiple trials.
This product is ideal for anyone whose skin needs intense hydration, and is a fantastic option for sensitive skin. The spray can be used as a light moisturiser, on the go, in air-conditioned environments such as during a flight and can even be applied on top of makeup. Apply by spraying 15cm from the face with closed eyes.
Frequently asked questions
Is La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water good for acne
Whilst direct effects on acne have not been clinically proven, La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water does help to decongest the skin, which could help to prevent or improve acne.
What moisturiser should I use after La Roche-Posay Serozinc?
For the best results, you should follow Serozinc with a product such as the Effaclar H Moisturiser, which is specially designed for oily skin and will not clog the pores.