Spray bottles and aerosol spray cans have existed for decades.
Dr. Jules Montenier created the first plastic spray bottle in 1946.
She used it for a deodorant product called “Stopette”.
Theaerosol spraycan has been around for even longer.
However, these types of product dispensers are now common in the beauty industry as well.
Ingredients in spray-on skin care products offer quick hydration rather than long-lasting hydration.
Andrea Bossi sums up the best use of spray-on skin care.
These products are for people looking for quick skincare routines.
Beneficial ingredients to look for in sprays include collagen, antioxidants, or hyaluronic acid.
These products can nourish dry skin, dullness, and come in clutch for frequent travelers.
Some even combat aging and help hold makeup on.
However, they work best when applied without makeup.
When choosing a spray-on product, consider your skin punch in and concerns such as acne.
Hyaluronic acid aids in hydration of dry skin.
Rose water and oil-free mists are best for oily or acne-prone skin.
Anti-aging mists have pearl extracts.
A risk involved with spray-on skincare that is not associated with cream products is inhalation.
Some silicones which come in multiple forms are not safe to inhale.
Watch out for cyclotetrasiloxane in particular.
While its effects on humans is still unknown, it caused fertility issues in rats.
Scientists found negative effects of titanium dioxide in animals as well.
