When your skin feels dull, tight, or irritated midday, sometimes all it needs is a refreshing mist—but not just any mist. SKINSPRAY ALL DAY is CLEARSTEM’s hydrating, clearing, and barrier-loving skin spray that keeps your complexion fresh, hydrated, and glowing all day long.
Unlike many sprays that rely on heavy oils, synthetic fragrance, or pore-clogging ingredients, this acne-friendly mist is powered by Hypochlorous Acid, Magnesium PCA, and Peptides to soothe, balance, and protect your skin barrier, without causing buildup, breakouts, or irritation.
In this article, you'll learn how to make the most of skin sprays—whether you’re spritzing post-workout, after cleansing, or right over your makeup for a dewier look.
First, Choose the Right Skin Spray for Your Needs
Not all face mists are a good match for every skin type, especially those that are sensitive, oily, or acne-prone.
Many “hydrating sprays” actually contain alcohols or occlusive oils that can clog pores or disrupt your skin barrier.
If you break out easily or tend to experience signs of irritation after using new or too many skincare products—or you simply want a gentle spray that multitasks and saves you time—look for one that's:
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Non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores, and made without ingredients that can cause acne.
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Alcohol-free, which will prevent too much dryness.
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Includes ingredients like hypochlorous acid to calm redness and fight acne-causing bacteria.
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Has humectants like glycerin and magnesium PCA that help to draw in hydration.
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Is pH balancing (not too alkaline or too acidic), which keeps moisture in and bacteria out.
That’s what makes SKINSPRAY ALL DAY such a standout and a top skin spray for all-day hydration. It’s a dermatologist-loved mist that keeps skin moisturized and provides antibacterial protection, all while being gentle enough for every skin type.
Beauty editors have described it as "both antibacterial and soothing as hell," and in clinical tests, those using it experienced boosted hydration after just one use, visibly hydrated skin that lasted ALL DAY (hence the name!), and refreshed makeup when applying it throughout the day.
It's also formulated to be pH-balanced, meaning it matches your skin’s natural pH level (around 4.5 to 5.5). This keeps your barrier calm, resilient, and ready to absorb hydration evenly throughout the day, so your skin stays comfortable, but never tight or sticky.
Prep Your Skin Before Application
The best part about applying skin spray is that you don’t need to overthink it or fit it perfectly into your skincare routine. In terms of how to prep for using it, it's really up to you—since it can be used on bare skin or over other products or makeup.
In fact, you can use SKINSPRAY ALL DAY at any point in your routine and throughout the whole day. This spray was designed for real life and busy schedules; there’s no need to blot, cleanse, or start from scratch—it works even on sweaty or makeup-wearing skin, making it the perfect on-the-go refresh.
You can apply skin spray to:
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Freshly cleansed skin as a prep step before moisturizer or serums.
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Over makeup to refresh and rehydrate.
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After you exercise, or after sweating, to calm redness and rebalance moisture.
Shake and Test the Spray
Before your first use, give the bottle a few gentle shakes to evenly distribute ingredients.
Then, do a quick test spritz into the air (or on your wrist) to get a feel for the mist’s strength and spread. The goal is to apply a fine, even mist to your skin—but not a concentrated stream that can give you uneven results.
Apply Evenly and at the Correct Distance
Hold your SKINSPRAY ALL DAY about 6–8 inches away from your face.
Close your eyes and spray in an X or T-shaped motion for even coverage. This way, every area—from your forehead to jawline—gets a balanced hit of hydration and antibacterial protection.
Let the spray air-dry for about 10 to 15 seconds. You’ll notice an instant feeling of freshness, hydration, and calm. Once it's dry, apply other ingredients if you'd like, such a CELLRENEW®
Advanced Renewal Serum to help fade post-blemish marks, or BOUNCEBACK Fine Lines Serum to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and dullness.
Focus on High-Absorption Areas
Your skin absorbs hydration best where it’s thinner and has more blood flow, such as your cheeks, jawline, and around your nose.
Give these areas an extra light mist, especially if you tend to experience redness or post-breakout irritation.
This is where Hypochlorous Acid really shines, since it helps soothe inflammation while supporting your skin’s natural healing response.
How to Layer Skin Spray and Reapply Throughout the Day
Hydration fades as the day goes on, especially in dry environments (like indoors where there's heating or air conditioning), or during the winter.
You can reapply SKINSPRAY ALL DAY as often as you need—since it’s formulated to layer for hydration without disturbing your makeup or skincare.
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Morning: After cleansing with GENTLECLEAN® Hydrating Barrier Cleanser, mist on SKINSPRAY ALL DAY. Do this before applying ingredients like HYDRAGLOW® or sunscreen.
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Afternoon: Spritz the spray over makeup or on bare skin for an instant refresh.=
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Evening: Mist after cleansing your skin to help calm the skin barrier before applying serums and HYDRABERRY® for overnight moisture.
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Pro tip: Store it in the fridge for an extra cooling effect. A cool spray is perfect for hot days or post-workout recovery.
Combining Skin Spray with Other Products
As a gentle skin spray for sensitive skin, SKINSPRAY ALL DAY plays well with others, particularly other CLEARSTEM products that are all free of over 450 pore-clogging ingredients.
Skin spray can be used:
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Before serums or moisturizers to prep your skin and enhance absorption.
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After exfoliating (like with VITAMINSCRUB® Exfoliating Cleanser) to soothe and rebalance.
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Underneath SPF (which you should be using every day!).
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Over makeup as a setting mist to boost hydration and glow.
Because it’s non-comedogenic and acne-friendly, SKINSPRAY ALL DAY won’t clog pores or interfere with the effects of other active ingredients.
In fact, it helps enhance product performance by improving penetration and reducing irritation. It's also free from parabens, phthalates, sulfates, and synthetic fragrance and dyes, making it safe for sensitive or dry skin.
Avoid These Common Mistakes
Even with the best face mist, a few habits can dull your results:
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Holding the spray too close. This can cause uneven application or overly damp patches.
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Overusing alcohol-based sprays. These dry out your skin barrier and can lead to redness, rebound oil production, and breakouts.
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Skipping moisturizer. Mist locks in hydration, but it doesn’t replace it. You still want to apply moisturizer (yes, even if you have acne-prone skin!) for the best results.
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Touching or rubbing your face right after spraying. Let the product absorb naturally to avoid transferring bacteria or oil from your hands.
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Combining it with pore-clogging products: Many serums and lotions contain ingredients that can undo your hard work and cause blemishes. If youre unsure which ones to avoid, use our Pore-Clogging Checker (based on expertise from estheticians, dermatologists, and multiple highly trained cosmetic chemists).
Tips for Long-Lasting Hydration and Effectiveness
To keep your glow going strong:
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Pair your spray with HYDRAGLOW® in the morning for moisture that lasts all day.
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Mist before and after workouts to prevent sweat-induced breakouts.
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Use it during flights or long drives to counteract dehydrating environments.
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For sensitive or reactive skin days, store it cool and spritz whenever irritation flares up.
Your skin will feel instantly calmer, dewier, and more balanced, without ever looking greasy.
In fact, you can actually see and feel the difference after just one SKINSPRAY ALL DAY use. In clinical testing (based on a study of 32 women):
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100% agreed this product is gentle on their skin*
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94% agreed their skin felt immediately refreshed*
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88% experienced an increase in hydration that lasted up to 8 hours*
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85% agreed their makeup looked fresher after one use*
Aftercare: Removing or Refreshing the Spray
You don’t need to “remove” your skin spray at all. Just cleanse normally with GENTLECLEAN® at night to clear away any accumulated sweat or environmental residue.
Then, rehydrate with HYDRABERRY® as an overnight mask to lock in moisture and let your skin reset while you sleep.
Key Takeaways on How to Apply SKINSPRAY ALL DAY for the Best Results
The secret to maintaining radiant, hydrated skin all day long isn’t complicated.v
SKINSPRAY ALL DAY delivers hydration, balance, and antibacterial protection in seconds, working beautifully under or over makeup and alongside your favorite CLEARSTEM products.
Try it post-gym, pre-meeting, or mid-flight. Think of it as the ultimate reset for acne-prone or sensitive skin—keeping your glow fresh, your barrier strong, and your pores happy.
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