Garden of Wisdom's Calm and Hydrate Mist is a refreshing botanical infusion crafted to comfort and replenish sensitive or stressed skin. This customer favorite combines the gentle power of Chickweed, Comfrey, Cleavers, and Wild Cherry Bark Hydrosols, each known for their calming, soothing, and hydrating properties. Enriched with Allantoin to ease irritation and promote healthy skin renewal, and Oat Beta Glucans to deeply hydrate, reduce redness, and visibly smooth the appearance of fine lines, this multi-tasking mist delivers instant relief and lasting nourishment.
Use it as a toner, a calming skin prep before serums, or as a hydrating liquid in masks. Mist throughout the day whenever your skin needs a refreshing reset. Gentle, versatile, and highly effective, no wonder it’s one of our bestsellers.
Method of Application Apply throughout the day as needed and during the hydration stages of your routine before any hydrating gels. May also be used in place of a toner
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it to a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take the oil out, warm it up at room temperature, and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. Some oils, like coconut cream and jojoba oil, have a super long shelf life.
Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs All herbs <i>(whole or ground)</i> should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb, root, trunk, leaf, and flower. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - such as Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc., will all have different shelf lives.
Spring Water hydrating Chickweed Hydrosol calming, soothing, hydrating Comfrey Hydrosol calming, soothing, hydrating Cleavers Hydrosol calming, soothing, hydrating Wild Cherry Bark Hydrosol calming, soothing, hydrating Allantoin relieves dry, itchy, irritated skin, believed to heal skin by promoting new tissue growth Oat Beta Glucans healing, anti-aging, anti-irritant, anti-itch, since it can work through the Cellular Lipid Matrix (the matrix of the lipids) lends itself to diminishing the appearance of fine line and wrinkles, excellent moisturizer with film forming moisturizing properties, stimulates collagen synthesis (meaning to create a matrix by combining actual dermis properties synergistically) Preservative Blend non-irritating, effective preservative system for extra protection against yeast and mold effective at preventing the growth of fungus, specifically yeast and mold, thus providing additional protection for formulations using natural preservatives systems 1. Leucidal SF(Lactobacillis Ferment) 2. AMTicide Coconut (Lactobacillus (and) Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract)
Feels great on the skin. I use it after cleansing but before serums, and it feels much more useful than a mineral water spray. I also like that it can be used throughout the day for a little boost. I had it in my purse last time I took a flight and I think it helped my skin stay happy during the journey.
Hi Caroline,
Thank you for sharing your experience! 😊
It's wonderful to hear that the Calm and Hydrate Mist has become such a useful part of your routine. We especially enjoyed hearing how you use it both after cleansing and throughout the day for a refreshing boost. (I love it for this as well).
And we're thrilled it was a helpful travel companion on your flight! Dry cabin air can be challenging for skin, so it's wonderful to hear your skin stayed happy during the journey. 😃
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
Markey and the GoW Crew
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Natalie Bajandas
Calm and hydrate mist
Love this product! So light—- use it morning and evening before my serums.
Hi Natalie
Thank you for the lovely review.
Please let us know if you need any further questions answered ar really anything
that we can help with.
Markey
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S.
Happy Misting for Some but, Alas, not All!
In presently having a po-ed skin barrier, I've tried using this three times now and it seemed to make my skin further po-ed (maybe it is the Optiphen used in the GoW hydrosols left to sit on my skin? Because I can't reckon what else it could be...It didn't occur to me there might be Optiphen/phenoxyethanol in this product till after purchase and use so that's on me. That said, GoW offers Optiphen-free hydrosols in bulk so perhaps they use only those to add to their products.).
Anyway, I appreciate the concept of this product and the ingredients. Comfrey has long been one of my favorite herbs for use on the skin as has chickweed so I make frequent use of them (even more so now that my skin is 'sick'). I'm glad others are benefiting from this mist where I cannot.
We're so sad this didn't end up working for you. We realize from you working with Jen that your skin is very sensitive, and we appreciate you trying it, and your honest review!
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Diane McKegney
My All Time Favorite!
Even though its gentle it offers a powerful punch to help calm and reduce redness all while bringing hydration to the skin. I spray this after cleansing and if more is needed I will even spritz some on a cotton round and apply to my skin that way. It is the first thing I do in the morning (I don't wash in the am) and it helps my makeup apply better. Bonus that there is not much of a scent for us sensitive gals!!
Hi, Diane :-)
Your comment made our hearts smile. I absolutely love this product!
As you mentioned, it's not only a wonderful hydrator but the smell is minimal and comes
from a natural source. No icky fragrances.
Have a beautiful weekend when it comes around.
Markey
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Steph
The missing link in any skin regimen
This spray is INCREDIBLE! I like that it's convenient to use AM/PM and throughout the day. The spray bottle never sticks or gives me any issue either. I've used a few rosewater sprays and regular water sprays so I could see if this really made a difference. It definitely reduces my redness, especially after using exfoliants, and calms my skin.
I prefer it to anything else I've used including glycerin (which is a queen moisturizing ingredient). Glycerin made my face too oily in humid FL. This, however, did not and left me neither oily or dry by end of day after AM application.
I like that it has a neutral smell and plays well with other ingredients. I use this prior to the hyaluronic serum. It makes my skin incredibly smooth and far less irritated. I highly recommend that combo for any skin type!
Perfect for hot summer days when you have to wash your hair almost every day
Perfect for hot summer days when you have to wash your hair almost every day. Gentle and clean. Makes hair feel so soft.
Locks of Lovely Shampoo (Unscented): Pure, Nourishing, and Gentle Care for Your Hair
Caroline Moyer
Good for emerging blemishes
I like this stuff! My blemishes are usually just tiny irritated white heads or bumps with nothing in them. If I put this on at night, things are much calmer in the morning. It even seems to have a minimizing effect on the few deep painful cystic guys I get, so they end up fading away rather than coming to the surface full of rage. And so far I haven't had any irritation (and I have very sensitive skin). I put this on after my last oil stage, after things have dried down a bit. I feel like that works best since I use it as a spot treatment, and putting it on under other stuff seems like it would just spread it around.
Sulfur Clearing Serum
Marian Jamieson
This is the best one!
This is the best one! My skin is sensitive to unusual things and the leucidal hyaluronic acid serums don't give me any issue. I prefer the honey to the regular because it helps my acne. I had to order the regular/pure HA serum last time and I definitely noticed breakouts lasting longer. Honey comb is the way to go!
Honey Comb Hyaluronic Acid Serum (Leucidal)
Amber A
Gentle non irritating niacinimide serum
Gentle, non irritating niacinimide serum. Another wonderful light and layerable product from GoW. I like how this serum plays well with my other products and it’s not sticky. This has been very helpful for my stepson’s oily teenage skin as well. Thank you!
B3/B5 Duality Facial Serum – Hydrating Vitamin B3 and B5 Serum for Balanced, Healthy Skin
Anonymous
The perfect cleanser with no harsh ingredients
The perfect cleanser with no harsh ingredients. I have been using this cleanser for years and it is the best!
Creamy Cleanser
TONI B.
Awesome progeline peptide repair serum
I have this product daily for over a year and my skin has never looked to smooth. It has helped my fine lines so much that they are barely visible
The product seems to soften the appearance of the skin
The product seems to soften the appearance of the skin. However, I need more time to test the product further. Have a great day.
24-Hour Moisture Serum
Jennifer Green
I love that GOW offers such rare, natural items you can't find anywhere else
I love that GOW offers such rare items you can't find anywhere else. I have very sensitive skin/ type 2 rosacea. I cannot seem to use this directly on my face but I wash with water, then spray when wet a few sprays, let soak in for anti-aging, anti-bacterial benefits, gently press into skin, and wait a minute, then rinse, proceed with routine.
Olive Leaf Hydrosol Organic
Patricia George
Great Product That is Giving Me Awesome Results
A few weeks ago I purchased the Advance Peptide Nail Support Serum because my finger nails have vertical ridges. I am using the serum every night and I am seeing great results. I have tried many other products over the past couple of years and was about to give up until I found the Advance Peptide Nail Support Serum.
Advanced Peptide Nail Support Serum
Rachel
Been using this for almost a decade!
I love this Lavender Recovery Gel so much. Whenever my skin is irritated or healing from something like a popped pimple, I always reach for this recovery gel and it noticeably speeds up the healing process. If my skin is really irritated, I'll apply a layer before bed and cover it with a bandage overnight, and the difference by morning is amazing! I keep the 1 oz pump at home and the 0.25 oz size in my travel toiletry bag, so I'm never without it when I need it. This is a 10/10 product, please never stop making it!
Lavender Recovery Gel – Calming, Soothing for Sensitive Skin
this seems like a very good product, but may be wrong for my skin type. i have rosacea and eczema, and mostly oily skin. i was hoping to find a product that would improve my heavily congested nose and chin without making all the red patches on my cheeks and eye area worse. i tried the product as both a toner and a facial spray, but found it slowly dried out my cheeks and made them redder. so now am am just applying only to my nose and cheeks, and it seems to be helping now, in conjunction with the oat serum. the product has the consistency of a typical toner, and it is scentless. it does not sting or burn when sprayed on, even in the eye area. it feels neither drying nor hydrating, and does not leave you looking greasy.
Hi Donna ♡
Thank you for sharing your experience with our Wild Black Cherry Bark Hydrosol. I'm glad to hear it's helping when used selectively.
We appreciate your detailed feedback and hope it continues to support your skin needs.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance!
Thought: you could add about 2-3% glycerin to amp up the hydration.
Markey and the GoW Crew (✿◠ᴗ◠)
Perfect for hot summer days when you have to wash your hair almost every day
Perfect for hot summer days when you have to wash your hair almost every day. Gentle and clean. Makes hair feel so soft.
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This is exactly what we hoped our unscented Locks of Lovely Shampoo would work for: gentle enough for those hot summer days when washing your hair becomes an almost-daily necessity! We’re especially happy to hear that it leaves your hair feeling so soft without relying on added fragrance.
Thank you for taking the time to share this!
Your GoW Family ❤️
I like this stuff! My blemishes are usually just tiny irritated white heads or bumps with nothing in them. If I put this on at night, things are much calmer in the morning. It even seems to have a minimizing effect on the few deep painful cystic guys I get, so they end up fading away rather than coming to the surface full of rage. And so far I haven't had any irritation (and I have very sensitive skin). I put this on after my last oil stage, after things have dried down a bit. I feel like that works best since I use it as a spot treatment, and putting it on under other stuff seems like it would just spread it around.
Caroline ˗ˏˋ ♡ ˎˊ˗
“Coming to the surface full of rage” may be the best blemish description we have ever read 😂
We’re so happy the Sulfur Clearing Serum is helping those emerging bumps look calmer by morning, including the deeper, particularly stubborn ones. Sulfur can be a bit much for some sensitive skin, so we’re also glad you’ve found a careful spot-application method that works beautifully for yours.
Thankyou 🫶❤️ for such a thoughtful and wonderfully descriptive review!
Your GoW Crew
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Honey Comb Hyaluronic Acid Serum (Leucidal) Marian Jamieson
This is the best one!
This is the best one! My skin is sensitive to unusual things and the leucidal hyaluronic acid serums don't give me any issue. I prefer the honey to the regular because it helps my acne. I had to order the regular/pure HA serum last time and I definitely noticed breakouts lasting longer. Honey comb is the way to go!
This is such helpful feedback, Marian! Thank you 💕
Skin can be extraordinarily particular, and sometimes two very similar formulas behave quite differently. The honeycomb version combines the hydration of hyaluronic acid with honey’s naturally humectant and skin-comforting qualities, so it makes perfect sense that your skin has a definite favorite.
We’re delighted you found the one that keeps your sensitive skin happy and those stubborn blemishes from lingering!
Your GoW Family ˗ˏˋ ♡ ˎˊ˗
Gentle, non irritating niacinimide serum. Another wonderful light and layerable product from GoW. I like how this serum plays well with my other products and it’s not sticky. This has been very helpful for my stepson’s oily teenage skin as well. Thank you!
Thank you 💕 Amber.
We’re especially happy to hear that one serum is working so nicely for two very different skin needs! Niacinamide can be remarkably useful for helping skin look more balanced, but a formula still needs to be comfortable enough to use consistently. Light, layerable and not sticky is exactly what we wanted this serum to be.
Thank you for sharing it with your stepson and for telling us how it’s working for both of you, Amber!
Markey 🌸🌸🌸