Day 1: First Impressions
So, the package finally arrived today. I’ve been looking for something to keep my face from looking like a glazed donut by noon, and the LBLS Professional Face Mist seemed like a good candidate. The box was slightly dented from shipping but whatever, the actual 60ml bottle inside was perfectly fine. It’s a decent size—small enough to throw in a bag but feels substantial enough to last a few weeks of daily use.
When I first took it out, I noticed the packaging is pretty sleek. It doesn’t look cheap. I did a little test spray in the air just to see how the nozzle worked, and I was actually surprised. It’s an ultra-fine mist, not one of those aggressive sprayers that feels like you’re getting hit with a garden hose. The smell is light—kind of fresh and floral, probably from those plant extracts they mention in the description. It’s not overpowering, which is a huge plus for me because I’m sensitive to heavy scents on my face.
I tried it on for the first time this morning after finishing my foundation and powder. I followed the instructions and gave it a good shake first. I held it about arm’s length away and did the whole “X and T” motion. It felt cool and refreshing. I had to sit there for about two minutes waiting for it to dry down properly because I didn’t want to smudge anything. Once it set, my skin felt… well, it didn’t feel like anything, which is good. No stickiness. My initial thought is that it definitely takes away that “powdery” look and makes everything blend into the skin better. Let’s see if it actually holds up through a full day of errands.
Week 1: The Adjustment Phase
So about three days in, and I’m feeling a little bit of mild doubt. I’m not sure if I’m seeing the “24H long-lasting” magic just yet. By the time I get home from work around 6 PM, I still see a bit of shine on my nose. It’s definitely better than when I don’t use anything, but I was expecting a total matte lockdown. I wonder if I’m not spraying enough or if I’m just being too impatient during the drying phase.
I’ve been experimenting with how much I use. One day I did three sprays, the next day I did five. I noticed that if I don’t shake the bottle really well, the finish isn’t as even. You really have to get those oil-controlling agents mixed up in there. I’m also trying to get used to the “no touching” rule. I have a bad habit of leaning my face on my hand while I’m at my desk, and I think I might be rubbing the product off.
The weather has been a bit weird this week too—lots of rain and humidity. On Tuesday, I got caught in a light drizzle walking to my car. I expected my mascara to be halfway down my cheeks, but the setting spray actually seemed to create a bit of a barrier. My base stayed mostly intact, which gave me a little glimmer of hope. Still, I’m skeptical about the “professional finish” claims. It feels like a nice hydrating mist right now, but I’m waiting for that “wow” factor where I don’t have to reach for my blotting papers at all. I’ll keep at it and see if my skin needs to adjust to the new routine.
Week 2-3: Starting to Notice
Okay, here’s where it gets interesting. Fast forward to the middle of week two, and I’ve finally figured out the rhythm. Week 2 was also when my neighbor’s dog wouldn’t stop barking at 6am, so I was already grumpy and rushing my makeup. I barely had time to let the spray dry, but I noticed something when I looked in the mirror at lunch. My foundation hadn’t settled into the fine lines around my mouth like it usually does.
I think the “film-forming” aspect they talk about is actually doing its job. It’s subtle, but there’s this soft-focus effect happening. My pores look a bit more blurred, and the oil control is starting to feel more consistent. I’m no longer seeing that greasy breakthrough by mid-afternoon. It’s more of a natural satin-matte rather than a flat, dead matte, which I actually prefer. It makes me look alive rather than like a mannequin.
About ten days in, I had a long day that involved a lot of walking and then a dinner out. I applied the spray at 8 AM and didn’t touch my face again until 9 PM. When I got home, I was genuinely surprised. My blush was still there! Usually, my skin “eats” my blush by 2 PM. The LBLS spray seems to act like a glue for the pigment. I’ve also noticed that my skin doesn’t feel tight or itchy by the end of the day. A lot of matte sprays use too much alcohol and make my skin feel parched, but this one actually feels somewhat hydrating, probably because of those moisturizing factors they mentioned. I’m starting to really like how reliable it is. It’s becoming less of an “extra step” and more of a “can’t skip this” step.
Month 1: The Real Results
It’s been a full thirty days now, and I’ve used about two-thirds of the bottle. I’ve used it every single day, even on days when I only wore a little bit of concealer and brow gel. One thing I’ve realized is that this stuff works incredibly well on bare skin too. On a Saturday when I was just doing laundry and running to the grocery store, I sprayed it on my clean face just to see if it would help with oil. It kept me shine-free for hours without feeling like I had a mask on.
Looking back at the month, the biggest change is definitely the texture of my makeup throughout the day. It just stays… fresh. It doesn’t get that “cakey” look where the foundation starts to break up around the nose and chin. I shouldve started using this months ago during that heatwave we had. The 60ml size is actually perfect for a month-long trial, and I still have enough left for another week or two.
I also did a “half-face” test yesterday just to be sure I wasn’t imagining things. I sprayed the LBLS mist on the right side and nothing on the left. By 4 PM, the difference was pretty obvious. The left side was shiny and my bronzer had faded significantly. The right side (the LBLS side) still looked crisp. The oil control is legit. It’s not going to stop you from sweating if you’re running a marathon, but for a standard 12-hour day of work and life, it holds everything together. My skin looks balanced, and I haven’t had any weird breakouts from it either, which is always a risk with new face products. It feels breathable, just like the bottle says.
You can grab it here if you’re curious.
Would I Repurchase?
Yes, absolutely. For the price point, it performs way better than some of the high-end sprays I’ve tried in the past. It balances oil without drying me out, and the mist is fine enough that I don’t worry about it ruining my eye makeup. It’s a solid, dependable product that actually does what the label claims.
