Like many frequent fliers, my skin tends to be very dry—especially in the winter or after traveling. To help combat this, I’ve kept a humidifier in my bedroom for years—a true saving grace for anyone with a similar skin type. A humidifier is an easy way to improve a room’s air quality, and along with giving my skin back some much-needed moisture, I’ve also found myself suffering from fewer allergies and colds since using one. The con to this clunky bedside essential: It occupied half the space on my nightstand and was a real pain to refill and clean (I could barely fit it under my sink). And of course if it’s too big for my nightstand, there is no way I’m packing it in my suitcase when I travel. The perfect solution to my wintertime woes: the Hey Dewy wireless facial humidifier, an ultra-lightweight, portable device that does the job of a large humidifier. Best of all, I can bring it anywhere.
What is the Hey Dewy humidifier?
I’ve had this mini humidifier for nearly two years. When it first arrived, I was shocked at how small it is. In terms of height, it’s not that much bigger than my iPhone. It works well, weighs less than a pound, and has held up over time. My favorite thing about it: The wireless humidifier is completely travel-friendly. There have been months over the last few years when I’ve had back-to-back trips on my calendar, and feared the toll all that travel would take on my skin. I simply packed the Hey Dewy humidifier in my carry-on and set it up on the hotel or Airbnb nightstand. I even packed it in my weekender bag for a quick trip to the Poconos last winter and it made all the difference in how I was feeling. I’m never going back to the days of dry hotel rooms and dehydrated post-flight skin again.
What are the benefits?
While I love sleeping with a humidifier for that extra dose of hydration for my skin, lips, and hair, there are several other benefits worth noting. Hey Dewy’s humidifiers help alleviate allergy symptoms, keep your throat and nasal passages clear, relieve congestion, boost immunity; all of this leads to better, deeper sleep.
How does it work?
Along with the device, your order comes with a 6.5″ filter and a 5″ USB power cord. It only takes about four hours to charge and then lasts up to eight hours—so I can leave it on while I sleep. To refill the Hew Dewy, untwist the top and bring the bottom piece to the nearest sink. For as compact as the humidifier is, it can still fit 11.3 ounces of water—more than enough needed for a continuous cool mist throughout the day or night. Cleaning the device is simple, too—a quick rinse with water will do the trick; for a deeper cleanse, I use a toothbrush and water to scrub it.
The device itself is so sleek, with only one button, and looks chic on any nightstand. To turn it on, tap the power button twice for a continuous cool mist. Tapping it one more time will activate its second setting, an intermittent cool mist. One more tap turns the device off. An optional feature is the soft LED light, which can be used as a nightlight or turned off if you prefer. Another pro: It’s so quiet—I barely hear the sound it makes while it’s on and it never disturbs my sleep.
What size is best for at-home use?
Since the mini size fits in most cup holders, it’s also great for the car, whether you’re commuting to work or on a road trip. Charge it up beforehand and you’re good to go for eight hours of cool misting. This petite size is also ideal for an office desk or other small space. When my skin needs a little extra surge of moisture, I’ll hold the device directly up to my face and allow the cool mist to really seep into my pores.
The facial humidifier is perfect for travel and small spaces like an office, but you might want something a little bit bigger for a bedroom. When I moved into a new apartment a few months ago, I decided to give Hey Dewy’s Wellness humidifier a try. And to no surprise, I love it! Just like the mini version, there is one button on the device that offers two different mist settings. It’s recommended for rooms up to 500 square feet, offers a 1.54-liter capacity, and comes with a 5″ power adapter. Even though it’s larger in size, it’s still the smallest full-size humidifier I’ve ever used and is so easy to refill and clean, thanks to the large opening at the top. Something I love about this larger size: It has a 24-hour mist run time, meaning you can simply set it and forget it. And of course, the minimalist design is gorgeous—not throwing off my bedroom aesthetic at all (that matters, okay!).
More colors of the Wellness Humidifier:
Final verdict:
My nighttime and travel routines got a whole lot easier thanks to Hey Dewy. Its humidifiers are small, portable, lightweight, and actually work—my skin is less dry and I wake up feeling more refreshed. And with the under-$100 price tag, it’s well-worth a spot at home and on the road.
This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
