Absolutely! The main function of a toner is to balance your skin pH after you wash and clean your face~ And I found this product to be mild enough to use for combination skin (not like some toners that are straightly for oily skin which may make your dry area super dry and itchy)~

If you aren't using a moisturizer on your skin then your T-Zone is working overtime to compensate the lack of oil on your face. When you use a moisturizer, the T-Zone chills out and doesn't work as hard. I have super oily skin all over, so I hold the can at least a foot away from my face and I don't spray directly onto one part of my face. By holding it a foot away, I can cover more ground. It eventually will help you with hydrating your face and cutting down the oil too.

I do not think this would make you oilier. It is really more of a soothing, calming, slightly moisturing product.

No not at all, it may even give you a slight improvement in the t-zone.

I tend to be oily and even in humid climates I find this relieving to my skin. Definitely worth trying!

It's water based so on my friends that have oily/combination skin, they had no adverse affects. This is not so with with the elixir.

Not at all..

Grape Water is non-oily.

As a fellow oily T-zone gal, yes, it does somewhat make it feel oilier at least if not make it more oily. Because, I think it does trap moisture and for me personally it feels like adding moisture hence trapping my forehead grease underneath the moisture trapping properties of this spray.

I think this is excellent for oily skin!!! I think that's why I like it so much during the summer. In addition to cooling you off, it is kind of like a quick cleansing for oily skin. I am combination but more oily in summer months and its my favorite !

I actually feel like this product helps keep make up in place. Of course just use only a light mist. Any more will make your make up drip. Also, never spray your face right before applying make up because then your face will be to moist.

No, just do a light mist. It never messes my makeup up. It helps set it and it actually looks better because it takes away any powdery look.

NO! It makes your make-up look more natural and it lasts longer, actually. I use it to set my make up.

Not at all, it helps to set your makeup right after it is done. Through the day I use it with no ill effects on my makeup, just don't over spray or touch your skin until it has a chance to dry, or you may risk smudging your makeup or otherwise "ruining" it.

It will mess your makeup up because the mist is not fine enough.

The Grape Water is purely water, while it does contain hydrating and refreshing properties. The Elixir is water-based but contains various oils (don't forget to shake it before each use), so it helps with the "glow" effect as well as having additional hydrating benefits due to the rosemary. Though both are quality products, I think it's more sensible to use the Grape Water throughout the day; and, the Elixir in the morning before make-up, because of the oils it contains. Both products do not ruin make-up if you choose to use it after make-up application - but definitely has different purposes.

No. It can actually be used to set makeup. You will get a dewey finish. Some people use it to make there makeup look less "fake" & more like "real skin".

If you spray it to closely and for a prolong period it will affect the make up.

A light spray hydrates nicely

Hope it helps

I actually use it right after I put on my make-up, as a setter. The mist comes out so fine that I've never had a problem with it 'washing' off my make up, which is why I prefer the aerosolized spray, versus the other sprays that come out of pump-type bottles.

probably depends how much makeup you wear. I wear no foundation, only a little powder. it is a very fine mist, so if you spray at somewhat of a distance you should be okay. But I think you'd be happier just using it after you cleanse and prior to moisturizing. take care ; )

Good Question, I've used both. The Elixer has more perfume in it, the Grape Water is Water Grape and Nitrogen. You'll want to spray the Elixer on before you spray then follow with your make up foundation. Both set your make-up and they both can be used to freshen up. the Elixer is more expensive than the Grape Water, both are great to have so it really comes down to a question of preference.

They are both completely different. Grape Water is soothing and has no fragrance, I like to use this during my skincare routine. I like to put moisturizer on damp skin, I find it soaks in better instead of sitting on top of my skin. I like to mist my skin with Grape Water and then use my moisterizer. The Elixer has essential oils in it and almost has a minty-ness to it. It feels kinda tingly on the skin, I like this to set makeup because it gives a nice glow. The Elixer is nice and I never have any issues with it, I love it. But... I could see this being a tad irritating to someone with senstive skin. It has a pretty strong smell due to all the essential oils used.

The beauty elixer is the better product by far. I have tried both and was far more impressed with the results of the elixer. They both will overall benefit your skin in clarity, skin tone, and pore reduction. However the grape waters benefits are far less noticeable than the beauty elixer.

The exilir has essential oils in it. The elixir smells kind of minty and floral. It also seems more hydrating than the grape water.

The grape water is mostly like water. It has a very fine spray and no scent at all.

The grape water is different from the elixir in a few ways. This is just water, light moisturizers and mineral salts, so it really serves as a hydrator or refresher and it can even be used to set mineral makeup very well. The elixir is more power packed and is ideally used before your moisturizer and/or creams for best results so it may be absorbed directly into your skin to provide the greatest benefit. With the elixir I have noticed a more even skin tone and less defined smile lines. So, I use the elixir in the morning before my moisturizer cream, after my makeup I use the grape water spray to set it, and through out the day I use the grape water periodically if I feel drab. I find I have tired eyes, or if I just need a little pick-me-up. I use the elixir again after I wash my face before bed.

I have used both and I prefer the grape water. I dont have a bottle of elixer to compare ingredients, I think the elixer has a bit more to it, maybe it has grape seed extract. I tried the grape water and I highly prefer the water. Settles down my skin when applied to bare skin, and it makes my makeup look very natural when sprayed over powder or liquid.

The beauty elixer has oil in it. Grape Water is non-oily.

I have very sensitive pale white skin with roscea and found that the elixir made my face sting...and not in a good way. It was tolerable and went away after a minute or so. However, with roscea you are constantly trying to calm the redness and skin so I have to stay away from products that sting. I agree with the part about the serum. The finish of the elixir alone leaves a sticky/dewy finish...like a serum. Also, I think the elixir has a strong alcohol type smell which I did not care for.
On the other hand, the grape water is a dream. It is not a serum like the elixir and I would qualify it more as a toner. My skin is very dry so after I step out of the shower it is a race to put my serum and moisturizer on because the water on my face evaporates so quickly. I just spray a little of this on, wait and then apply serum and moisturizer. My skin ABSOLUTELY looks better with this as opposed to using any other toner or no toner at all. It really calmed my skin and made my makeup application very easy. It helps set my makeup so that I have an airbrush-like finish. It's cool and refreshing and I like the smell. It appears to calm or settle my roscea and redness. After gardening all day in the heat I sprayed some on my face, neck and back of neck. It was heaven. I cannot say enough of this product except that there are a million different uses for it and it has quickly risen to one of my all time favorite items.

I think they are completely different products. this is much lighter i am quite sure.

I also use it just after the beauty elixir. The elixir is a toner and serum. This is more of a refreshing and hydrating spray. I use both.

I had a similar reaction to the Caudalie Elixer, with eye irritaton and increased skin redness. There is no mint or rosemary in the Grape Water, and is far more soothing. I use it daily to remove any chalkiness from my mineral powder foundation and spritz it around my typically sensitive eyes.

Not at all. This has no fragrance or essential oils like the Elixer. This actually feels like water but it calming and soothing.

Nothing minty at all... Far from it.

Not at all minty....I think the ph is well balanced....no stinging or adverse reaction. Go for it.

I have had used both products and the grape water is extremely mild. The benefits are also mild compared to the dramatic benefits you get from the elixer. Try the grape water it should not irritate your sensitive skin. Remember you can always send it back, thats one of the reasons I am a faithful Sephora shopper.

No it is not at all minty. it's grape water and it's wonderful. Leaves you feeling dewy without feeling greasy. it is sooo awesome :)

Not at all. Just like spraying your face with plain water. My skin isn't sensitive, so I prefer the elixir myself, instant skin results and I like the feel and smell of essential oils.
The grapewater is VERY mild.

The grape water doesn't smell at all. There is no mint in the spray.

No, this product isn't really anything like the rest of the Caudalie line. It is a simple water toner, and I highly recommend it.

No, it's not full of the other beauty benefits that the elixir has. It's a very gentle and refreshing spray. I have extremely, EXTREMELY sensitive skin around my eyes and upper cheeks, and I have had the slightest stinging sensation with this product.

honestly I haven't had a can long enough to know. But I wouldn't think so, I buy them two at a time, one to carry in my bag and the other in case my sister tries to steal the other one. If you're not entirely sure, get another one, but I think you'll be OK!

I am not sure what the shelf life is but I think it is fine after only 5 months. As long as it smells ok, I have had backup bottles of this sitting around for that long and they were fine.

I've my spray bottle for well over five months and it continues to do the job just fine. It hydrates and "plumps" my skin; a bit of tinted moisturizer and I'm ready to rock and roll.

With these products I don't think there's really a 'strict' exp. date, you know? Since it's grape water, the only way I can see it expiring is if the can itself was/is perforated somewhere. Hope that helps some! :0)

I can't imagine how this could expire. You'll be fine. It is just water with grapeseed vitamins in it I think. I would certainly use it again with no worries ; )

I would say yes, but check the TSA page online to see for sure since it has compressed air. The page online is constantly updated so that would be your best bet. I know I'd love to know because it'd be great to have to combat that dry cabin air on an airplane. You might have better luck with the Beauty Elixer, but again check for sure if they'd even allow that on a plane, you might have to check that one too.

Unfortunately, this can only be ground shipped because it is an aerosol can. I doubt you can fly with this too.

Yes but only in your checked luggage as airlines will not allow this type of container in your carry on.

Yes. TSA says it's gotta be at or under 3.4 oz and it is.

No, Don't Worry! it's either or really. It works either way. I give it a light shake and then spray away. Enjoy!

This is just a hydrator and I use it to set my make-up.