The Best Skin Toners For All Skin Types
Once dismissed as mere astringents, skin toners have evolved into the enchanting secrets whispered among the luminaries of the skincare realm. Embracing the mantra of “less is more” and invoking a ritualistic allure, toners transcend their humble beginnings to become the holy grail of self-care aficionados seeking the ethereal glow of celestial beings. So welcome to the twilight zone of toners, where science meets sorcery, and an enigmatic potion may hold the key to unlocking the doorways of flawless skin.
Delving deeper into the mystical realm of toners, one cannot help but marvel at how they work their magic on our delicate visages. Crafted with potent ingredients and scientific prowess, these elixirs dance with ethereal grace upon the skin’s surface. Like conductors of an alchemical symphony, toners refine and balance the skin’s pH levels, preparing it for the grand performance of serums and moisturisers that follow. With their outstanding ability to tighten pores, tone uneven textures, and whisk away impurities, toners serve as the orchestrators, harmonising a radiant complexion. Each mystical drop bestows a renewed sense of vitality, infusing the skin with botanical wonders, herbal extracts, and skin-loving nutrients, revealing a luminosity that defies the boundaries of reality itself. Captivating in their transformative power, toners leave us spellbound by their mystical dance between science and sorcery.
Hydrating Floral Spafresh, Espa, 200ml, £25
A hydrating toner enriched with essential oils and flower waters to refresh and comfort skin. Rose Damascena hydrates and Rose Geranium soothes and protects, while Neroli replenishes for beautifully soft, supple skin.
Pixi Glow Tonic With Aloe Vera & Ginseng 250ml, £24.95
Enriched with 5% glycolic acid – a natural derivative of sugar cane, and member of the alpha-hydroxy acid family – this gentle, exfoliating formula dissolves the bonds binding dulling dead cells to skin’s surface, to reveal the ‘new’ healthy skin cells underneath.
Anti-Blemish Solutions Clarifying Facial Toner, 145ml, £11.49, Burt’s Bees
Removes lingering dirt, oil and make-up. With Willow Bark, naturally derived salicylic acid, to help reduce acne and prevent breakouts. Made with skin clarifying witch hazel and lemongrass. Dermatologist tested, noncomedogenic and 99.5% natural.
Moisture Prep Toning Lotion, Benefits Cosmetics, 177ml, £25.50
Moisture Prep Toning Lotion allows the skin to fully optimise the benefits of your moisturiser. Contains vitamin E acetate, natural oat and meadowsweet…botanical extracts known to purify & smooth the skin and help reduce fine lines. This specialised formula contains a blend of aloe leaf and yeast extract known to clarify & soothe the skin.
Clarifying Toner 180 ml, £19.50, Murad
Helps control oil production and eliminate impurities for clean, refreshed, blemish-free skin. Can be used throughout the day to eliminate shine and refresh the skin. Removes impurities and eliminates oil. Calms and soothes redness and irritation.
Astringent Lotion Micro Exfoliant Clarifying Toner 200ml, £11.50, La Roche Posay Effaclar
Cleanses and exfoliates the skin to help unblock and reduce the appearance of pores for oily, blemish-prone skin. Contains sebum-controlling, purifying and micro-exfoliating LHA active ingredients Helps shrink pores and combat blockage immediately. For oily skin with dilated pores, irregular skin texture and imperfections.
Balancing Lavender Toner, 50ml, £7, Elemis
Rebalances natural pH level and preserves the natural oils, without the use of alcohol or harsh detergents. Extracts of Ginseng, Sweet Betty Flower and Saponins from Quillaja Wood help to revitalise and moisturise skin, leaving a radiant and hydrated complexion.
Neal’s Yard Remedies Rehydrating Rose Toner 200ml, £19.95
Formerly Rose Water, now with a new name and a bigger, better value bottle, but the same effective organic formulation. Balances and refreshes normal and sensitive skin.
Seaweed Oil-Balancing Toner Combination / Oily Skin 250 ml, £9.90, The Body Shop
Rebalance and revive your skin with this harmonising, alcohol-free toner. This will gently cleanse impurities while targeting combination skin, to purify and refresh.
Instant Boost Skin Tonic 200ml, £15.89, Liz Earle
Gentle and alcohol-free, it provides an instant boost of hydration to leave skin radiantly healthy-looking. Naturally active ingredients include aloe vera to hydrate, calendula, chamomile and cucumber to soothe and antioxidant vitamin E.
Supple Preparation Facial Toner 180ml, £20.99, Klairs
With a various plant extracts and soothing ingredients blended together for a calming formula, the non-irritating, super hydrating toner can be used for sensitive skin as well. For dry skin, use 2-3 times consecutively to give relief.
African Black Soap Problem Skin Toner, 4.2oz, £23.98, SheaMoisture
Dual action toner manages oil and shine without clogging pores. Purifies skin by removing any traces of dirt and make-up and controls shine without drying. Adds a matte finish to skin and refines the appearance of large pores. Ethically traded ingredients & sustainably produced
