If you are among the beauty-obsessed who lives for new products to drop and are always the first one your friends run to for all of their makeup inquiries, then you probably already know how amazing facial mists are.
From hydrating your skin and setting your makeup to helping combat acne and giving you a subtle glow, facial mists are one of the must-have beauty products of the moment. The great thing about them is that they generally travel very well, meaning you can keep them in your purse and mist your face throughout the day when you need a quick pick-me-up. Additionally, there are also some that can be used at night—so you can really reap the benefits of your beauty sleep.
We've rounded up some of our favorites, so check out our list and let us know if you're on the facial mist wave and what some of your favorites are below!
Pixi By Petra Vitamin Wakeup Mist
One of the most popular facial mists on the market boasts the ability to hydrate your skin and brighten your complexion while leaving your skin looking refreshed after just a couple of sprays. It also contains fruit extracts, lavender, and arginine. Shop here.
Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs and Rosewater
This facial mist is a jack of all trades. It can be used for setting your makeup, sprayed on your hair throughout the day, and is perfect for skin issues like dryness and tightness. The rosewater is the standout ingredient due to its pleasant aroma and calming properties, but there other herbal extracts as well. Shop here.
Herbivore Rose Hibiscus Coconut Water Hydrating Face Mist
It's always good when a facial product is good for all skin types—and this facial mist fits the bill. This one is the GOAT when it comes to managing skin dryness, uneven skin tone, and minimizing the appearance of pores. Shop here.
La Mer The Mist
For all of you out there who don't mind breaking the bank with this beauty splurge, its benefits definitely justify the hefty price-tag. It's formulated with marine botanical extracts to instantly refresh, hydrate, and rebalance your skin for a more energized and revived appearance. Shop here.
Supergoop! SPF 50 Defense Refresh Setting Mist Sunscreen
Sunscreen is one of the most important beauty products that everyone should wear and it's even better when it's added to a refreshing facial mist. Some of the highlights of this one includes: matte finish three-in-one mist, sets make-up, controls oil, and delivers UV photo-aging protection. Shop here.
Evian Brumisateur Natural Mineral Water Facial Spray
As one of the top names in bottled water, it's fitting that Evian also made a name for itself within the beauty space courtesy of this soothing facial mist. This hypo-allergenic facial spray has a neutral pH that's compatible with all skin types and can enhance all skincare regimes. It also helps remove perspiration, ocean salt, and pool chlorine from the skin. Shop here.
Garnier SkinActive Soothing Facial Mist with Rose Water
It's always good when you can find a beauty product that can usually be pretty pricey and find an affordable alternative. This is the case with Garnier's take on facial mist, which is arguably the best drugstore option on the market. Some of the reasons to give it a try include: lightly hydrates skin leaving it soothed and refreshed, 96% naturally derived ingredients, made without parabens, dyes, silicones and a vegan formula. Shop here.
Kiehl's Cactus Flower & Tibetan Ginseng Hydrating Mist
Kiehl's is one of the leading names in skincare and the brand's facial mist is one reason why. Aside from hydrating and purifying the skin, it also increases skin-cell respiration to help skin maintain its essential moisture to keep it soft and smooth, while also detoxifying and protecting skin from environmental aggressors. Shop here.
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There’s just something about HBCU Homecoming that just hits different. Whether it’s your first time stepping onto the yard since graduation or you’re a regular at every Homecoming tailgate, HBCU pride is undeniable. It’s a vibrant celebration that unites the legacy of excellence and tradition with the energy and resilience of Black culture.
The experience goes beyond a typical college reunion; HBCU Homecoming is a family reunion, a fashion show, a cultural festival, and a week-long turn-up that embodies what it means to be unapologetically Black and educated. For HBCU alumni, the journey back to the yard each year is rooted in a love and pride that’s hard to put into words but impossible to deny.
From statement pieces to tech must-haves, every item represents the intersection of Black pride and HBCU love, ensuring that you show up to the yard in style and with intention. So whether you’re repping your alma mater for the first time since graduation or looking for fresh pieces to express your HBCU pride, these essentials will have you standing out, because, at HBCU Homecoming, it’s not just about showing up—it’s about showing out.
Thread Goals
diarrablu Jant Pants in Alia Noir
High-waisted, wide-legged, and ready to shut down the yard, the Jant Pants by diarrablu bring a whole new meaning to campus chic. Handcrafted in Dakar, Senegal, these free-flowing jacquard pants are perfect for stepping onto the yard with style and ease—making them a must-have for any HBCU alum’s closet.
Silver & Riley Convertible Executive Leather Bag Classic Size in Olive
This all-in-one luxury bag isn’t a bestseller for nothing. The Silver & Riley essential is made of Italian calfskin leather and thoughtfully designed, as it can be worn in four different ways: a shoulder bag, crossbody, a top handle, and a backpack. Chic and elegant, the Convertible Executive Leather bag is “the bag that every woman needs in her collection.”
Renowned Women's Intuition Cotton Graphic T-Shirt
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Renowned’s Women’s Intuition Cotton Graphic T-shirt features a bold graphic print inspired by the power and essence of women’s intuition. With its striking design, this all-cotton tee is a vibrant thing, making it a statement piece that celebrates feminine energy.
Mifland Million M Mesh Crop Shirt
Talk about bold, the Million M Mesh Crop Shirt combines edgy style with comfort, featuring Mifland’s signature print on a semi-see-through mesh fabric. Show up and show out in sophisticated flair.
HBCU Love FUBU
Melanin Is Life Melanated & Educated - I Love My HBCU Hoodie
Show off your HBCU love with this piece that represents everything you gained from your alma mater: a top-tier education, a community that lifts you up, and a deep sense of esteem for yourself and your culture. Wear it loud and proud, because being melanated and educated isn’t just a flex—it’s a legacy.
HBCU Culture Spelmanite Sweatshirt in Navy
Spelmanites, rep your Spelman pride with this unisex crewneck sweatshirt, designed for ultimate comfort and a relaxed fit. Made from a cozy cotton/polyester blend, this classic sweatshirt is as durable as it is stylish—making it an ideal piece for any Spelmanite showing love for their alma mater.
HBCU Culture Howard Is The Culture T-Shirt
Rock the ultimate flex by showcasing your Howard U love with HBCU Culture’s Howard Is The Culture t-shirt. This unisex tee offers a comfortable, relaxed fit that’s perfect for celebrating your HBCU spirit without sacrificing style or comfort.
DungeonForward FAMU - Strike Bucket - Reversible
DungeonForward’s Strike Bucket Hat brings versatility and style to the FAMU Crown collection with its reversible design, giving you two looks in one. Featuring a sleek black snakeskin-embossed brim lining and a bold outline Rattler emblem, this hat is all about repping your Rattler pride in style.
DungeonForward Savannah State University - HBCU Hat - TheYard
The Savannah State University HBCU Hat by DungeonForward is more than just a hat—it’s a symbol of Tiger pride and a nod to the culture. Perfect for gamedays, tailgates, or just showing off your HBCU love, this hat lets you carry a piece of the yard wherever you go.
Tech the Halls
Anker iPhone 16 Portable Charger, Nano Power Bank
Stay charged up with the Anker Nano Power Bank, which features dual USB-C ports, a foldable connector, and a compact design, making it perfect for those HBCU tailgates and late-night parties you pull up to.
Drip Check
Wisdom Frame 14 Square Sunglasses
Elevate your look with these angular square-frame sunglasses by Wisdom, bringing an ultramodern edge to any outfit. The sleek design makes them perfect for blocking out the haters while you stunt on the yard.
Coco and Breezy Eyewear Fortune in Gray Turquoise
The Fortune Glasses in Grey Turquoise is a bold statement piece to any Homecoming weekend ‘fit that “embody our fearless and outspoken DNA.” With their color and edgy design, these frames by Coco and Breezy are perfect for anyone looking to stand out and express their unapologetic confidence.
Howard U Lapel Pin
Rep your Bison pride wherever you go with this Howard U Lapel Pin from Pretty AmbVision. Whether adding it to your jacket, shirt, or bag, this pin is the perfect way to showcase your love for your alma mater while rocking your HBCU love with honor and distinction.
Mifland Standard Rucksack Mini
The Standard Rucksack is designed to evolve like that HBCU pride—getting richer, bolder, and better with time. Durable, stylish, and built to last, this Rucksack by Mifland is a timeless piece equipped with versatile carrying options and fully adjustable back straps for ultimate comfort.
Stay Fresh, Stay Blessed
Slip Pure Silk Sleep Mask in Pink
Keeping it cute starts with beauty sleep. This luxurious silk mask is an essential for a reason. If protecting your skin and waking up refreshed is your priority, look no further than this Homecoming essential.
Liquid I.V.® Hydration Multiplier Lemon Lime - Hydration Powder Packets
Stay hydrated and energized throughout Homecoming weekend with this Liquid I.V.® Hydration Multiplier in Lemon Lime. Just add a packet to your water bottle, and bless your body with 2-3 times more hydration than water with every packet. Because staying hydrated is the key to popping up and showing out all weekend long!
Loop Experience Plus Earplugs High Fidelity Hearing Protection
Designed for your hearing protection, these sleek earplugs reduce noise without compromising sound quality—perfect for enjoying the band’s halftime show, late-night parties, and DJ sets. Whether you’re front row at the step show or hitting the yard, your ears deserve to be protected in style!
Black Girl Magic Glass Cup
Sip in style and celebrate your melanin with the Black Girl Magic Glass Cup. Perfect for morning coffee, your favorite iced drink, or showing off your HBCU pride on the yard—this cup is all about keeping it cute while radiating your endless supply of Black Girl Magic.
Glow Up & Show Out
Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30
What Homecoming weekend can be complete without an assist from this beauty find? Formulated to blend seamlessly into melanin-rich skin (no white-cast), protect your glow while you turn up with the Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30.
Sienna Naturals Issa Rae's Wash Day Ritual Set
Issa Rae’s Wash Day Ritual Set from Sienna Naturals includes the H.A.PI. Shampoo, the Plant Power Repair Mask, Dew Magic, and Lock and Seal to get your crown right. Whether you’re repping your coils or rocking a new color on the yard, these products restore and nourish your strands, keeping your hair healthy, strong, and Homecoming-ready!
54 Thrones Ivorian Cocoa + Ghanaian Coconut Beauty Butter
Stay glowing from the tailgate to the after-party with the 54 Thrones Ivorian Cocoa + Ghanaian Coconut Beauty Butter. Infused with African-sourced ingredients, this rich, multi-purpose butter is the answer to keeping your skin soft and radiant through all the festivities all Homecoming long.
Saie Glossybounce Hydrating Lip Oil
Keep your lips looking luscious and nourished with the Saie Glossybounce Hydrating Lip Oil. Perfect for adding an extra pop to your pout before hitting the yard or freshening up between events, this lip oil is a beauty essential for staying camera-ready all weekend.
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'I Will Have A Girl': Rihanna Manifests More Kids In The Future
Rihanna may be a boy mom now, but according to her, that may soon change. The mogul has two sons, two-year-old RZA and nine-month-old Riot, and during her interview with ET's Kevin Frazier, which took place at her recent Fenty x Puma event, she opened up about what it's like having sons.
"It's never a dull moment. I love when they climb onto chandeliers. I love when they literally are so scary that I'm forced to have fun," she explained. "Me running around, me lifting them up. It's all fun, it's all exercise, but it works out for the both of us (referring to her and A$AP Rocky)."
But while Riri is enjoying life as a boy mom, she hasn't given up on having a daughter. "I will have a girl," she said. "I wouldn't know what to do 'cause I only know about boys so far, but it will be a new adventure."
The mom of two recently gave insight into her life as a boy mom. In September, she shared an Instagram Reel of her son, RZA, climbing out of his playpen to get his cup.
"being a boy mom is an Olympic sport 🤦🏾♀️💙🤷🏿♀️," she wrote in the caption.
Manifesting a family is nothing new for the Bajan queen. During a 2020 British Vogue interview, Rihanna declared that in 10 years, she would have kids with or without a man. "I’ll have kids – three or four of ’em,” she said. Four years in, she's already halfway there.
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