Even with careful cleansing, dirt or makeup can sometimes be left behind on the skin. How can you be sure that the skin is getting completely clean? Keep reading to find out.
What it does
Toner is a real jack-of-all-trades and has many skincare functions, including:
Removing residue: Cleansers — particularly thick creamy ones — can leave behind a slight film or residue on the skin. On a dry skin, this is not necessarily a bad thing, but for oily or combination, this can lead to complications with blemishes or further oiliness. Toner 'cuts' the residue and lifts away all traces of cleanser.
Balancing: Because cleansers momentarily change the pH balance of the skin, restoring that balance is critical, which is where toner comes in. Toner restores the skin to a normal pH (5.5 to 6.2), preventing unnecessary dryness or irritation.
Clarifying: A commonly-held belief is that toner can shrink pores; unfortunately, th
is is simply not true. Once a pore has stretched, it will not shrink; however, the appearance of large pores can be minimized with toner. How? Toners (particularly toners made with cosmetic alcohol such as SD or isopropyl alcohol) cause a slight swelling at the opening of the pore, which makes the actual pore itself less noticeable. But remember, these effects are only temporary.
Who should use it?
Today there is a toner for practically all skin types so consider carefully when choosing a toner.
Oily or acne-prone skin: Both toners and astringents (which generally contain more alcohol than toners) are great options for oily or acne-prone skin. They lift away any leftover cleanser and toners with salicylic acid to exfoliate the inside of the pore, reducing the chance of blemishes.
Normal or dry skin: Opt for a moisturizing or hydrating toner with humectants and botanicals to pamper dry or sensitive skin. And don't necessarily disdain toners with alcohol; certain cosmetic alcohols (such as cetyl, which is a fatty alcohol) will not 'dry out' the skin when used correctly. Do avoid daily use of toners with salicylic or glycolic acid and instead, rotate their use with mild toners to prevent excess dryness or irritation.
Product picks
Acne-prone skin: Clear up acne with Murad Clarifying Toner, which features algae extract and witch hazel to absorb oil and keep skin smooth and blemish-free.
Oily skin: If your skin is very oily, go for a toner which addresses the excess oil, such as Bliss Steep Clean Toner Pads. These pre-treated pads are a quick and easy time saver; just grab a pad, wipe and go.
Dry skin: La Roche Hydraphase Toner is a soothing formula which balances hydration, removes residue and leaves skin super-soft.
Sensitive skin: Pamper delicate, sensitive skin with botanical extracts that hydrate and reduce redness: EmerginC Lavender Toner is loaded with lavender and other soothing natural extracts.
What it does
Toner is a real jack-of-all-trades and has many skincare functions, including:
Removing residue: Cleansers — particularly thick creamy ones — can leave behind a slight film or residue on the skin. On a dry skin, this is not necessarily a bad thing, but for oily or combination, this can lead to complications with blemishes or further oiliness. Toner 'cuts' the residue and lifts away all traces of cleanser.
Balancing: Because cleansers momentarily change the pH balance of the skin, restoring that balance is critical, which is where toner comes in. Toner restores the skin to a normal pH (5.5 to 6.2), preventing unnecessary dryness or irritation.
Clarifying: A commonly-held belief is that toner can shrink pores; unfortunately, th
is is simply not true. Once a pore has stretched, it will not shrink; however, the appearance of large pores can be minimized with toner. How? Toners (particularly toners made with cosmetic alcohol such as SD or isopropyl alcohol) cause a slight swelling at the opening of the pore, which makes the actual pore itself less noticeable. But remember, these effects are only temporary.Who should use it?
Today there is a toner for practically all skin types so consider carefully when choosing a toner.
Oily or acne-prone skin: Both toners and astringents (which generally contain more alcohol than toners) are great options for oily or acne-prone skin. They lift away any leftover cleanser and toners with salicylic acid to exfoliate the inside of the pore, reducing the chance of blemishes.
Normal or dry skin: Opt for a moisturizing or hydrating toner with humectants and botanicals to pamper dry or sensitive skin. And don't necessarily disdain toners with alcohol; certain cosmetic alcohols (such as cetyl, which is a fatty alcohol) will not 'dry out' the skin when used correctly. Do avoid daily use of toners with salicylic or glycolic acid and instead, rotate their use with mild toners to prevent excess dryness or irritation.
Product picks
Acne-prone skin: Clear up acne with Murad Clarifying Toner, which features algae extract and witch hazel to absorb oil and keep skin smooth and blemish-free.
Oily skin: If your skin is very oily, go for a toner which addresses the excess oil, such as Bliss Steep Clean Toner Pads. These pre-treated pads are a quick and easy time saver; just grab a pad, wipe and go.
Dry skin: La Roche Hydraphase Toner is a soothing formula which balances hydration, removes residue and leaves skin super-soft.
Sensitive skin: Pamper delicate, sensitive skin with botanical extracts that hydrate and reduce redness: EmerginC Lavender Toner is loaded with lavender and other soothing natural extracts.
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