The summer of spritzes: Aperol isn’t the only one worth talking about

If there was ever a word that perfectly summed up summer 2026, it’s spritz.

Yes, Aperol Spritz has become the unofficial drink of sunny afternoons but this season, the beauty world has completely stolen the trend. From fragrance mists to facial tanning mists and invisible SPF sprays, beauty’s latest obsession is all about products that are quick, refreshing and easy to reapply on the go.

Think of it as the beauty equivalent of ordering another round.

One of my favourite trends this summer is the explosion of hair and body fragrance mists. They’re lighter than traditional perfume, perfect for warmer weather and ideal if you like to refresh your scent throughout the day.

Calvin Klein has just expanded its Hair and Body Perfume Mist collection with two gorgeous new additions. Smooth Berry (€36) is fruity, playful and youthful, blending raspberry smoothie accord with peony and soft musk. If you prefer something a little creamier, Satin Cream (€36) combines whipped vanilla, blackcurrant and warm woods for a comforting, skin-like scent that’s elegant without ever feeling overpowering.

If designer fragrance isn’t your only vibe, Hawaiian Tropic has also embraced the mist movement with a collection that feels like summer in a bottle. From everyday tropical body mists to luminous shimmer sprays, colourful pearlescent fragrances and refreshing cooling mists, there’s something to suit every mood. Better still, they’re designed to be layered or reapplied throughout the day, making them perfect for holidays, festivals or simply pretending you’re on one! At €13, they’re an affordable way to add a little sunshine to your everyday routine. While they smell deliciously tropical, they’re fragrance mists rather than sun protection, so you’ll still need SPF.

Speaking of glow, facial tanning mists have become a staple for anyone looking for that, ‘I’ve just come back from holidays’ look without spending hours in the sun. AyuGlo Facial Tanning Mist (€24) develops over eight hours into a natural-looking golden glow while ingredients like panthenol and coffee seed extract help keep skin hydrated and radiant. A quick spritz before bed and you wake up looking fresher and more rested by morning.

Perhaps the smartest spritz of them all, though, is SPF.

One of the biggest mistakes I still see people making is applying sunscreen first thing in the morning and assuming they’re protected all day. In reality, sunscreen needs topping up regularly, particularly if you’re outdoors.

That’s where the Invisible SPF Mist SPF 30 (€32) comes into its own. Designed to be applied over makeup without disturbing it, this weightless mist makes topping up your sun protection effortless. Packed with antioxidant-rich goji and acai berry, soothing chamomile and hydrating glycerine, it not only helps protect against UVA and UVB rays but also leaves the skin looking fresh, hydrated and naturally radiant. It’s the sort of product you’ll wonder how you ever managed without. This summer, beauty is all about products that are uncomplicated, portable and effortless. Whether you’re refreshing your fragrance, topping up your tan or protecting your skin, there’s a spritz for just about every occasion.

So yes, enjoy the Aperol by all means but don’t forget the beauty spritzes. They might just become your favourite accessory this summer.