BEST TONERS
1. P50 Lotion
by Biologique Recherche
One of the best things that can happen to your skin as far as skincare is concerned.
Ingredients
unique mix of moisturising and exfoliating ingredients. Water and AHA - based (first three ingredients) followed with two humectants, as well as niacinamide (provent anti-ageing ingredient), etc. Can't say enough good things about this ingredient list.
Skin type that will love it
any, excluding ultra-sensitive skin
Effect
Magical combination of toning, hydration, skin's exfoliation and glow, without stripping off the skin's natural protective barrier
URL
this product is not available online. See the list of offline distributors here
2. Mineral/drinking water
Yes, you got it right, pure water can perfectly act as a toner under the following conditions:
- you do not have any skin concerns
- you do not expect for a toner to do anything apart from "toning"
Toners can do a lot of different things for your skin, e.g. moisturise, exfoliate, purify, etc.
However, if you step back and consider the main purpose of using a toner - it's meant to tone, i.e. refresh the skin, restore its PH after cleansing activities (in case if the cleanser was too harsh or if your tap water is too alcaline), as well as to prepare the skin for the absorption of further skincare steps (if there are any). If you would like your toner to be this basic - mineral/drinking water will do just great. The purer the water - the better.
3. Poppy Austin 100% pure organic rose water
Any organic pure rose water will do actually. It's absolutely unnecessary to buy certain brand only, as long as the brand is trustworthy in terms of their ingredient quality.
Ingredients
Very minimalistic ingredient list here: just rose petals and distilled water. But in case of this particular product - less is more saying is very relevant.
Skin type that will love it
any
Effect
Skin - refreshed and toned. Beautiful scent.
Hydration claim though - is not fulfilled, but we did not expect any hydration from the ingredients specified.
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4. witch hazel alcohol-free toner
by Thayers Natural Remedies
Beautiful toner, with great ingredient list.
Ingredients
very soothing water based formula, with the addition of the Witch Hazel, Aloe Barbaresis Leaf Juice, as well as Rose Flower water and Glycerin.
Skin type that will love it
any
Effect
Great experience overall, skin feels nicely toned. Beautiful scent, however if you are not a fan of Rose - scented products, they have a whole range of similar toners: e.g. with Lavender, Cucumber or Coconut Water.
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5. Immortal mist
by Biodara
Great one, works and feels great on the skin.
Ingredients
aloe vera distillate - based formula, with the addition of Glycerin, as well as plant oils.
Skin type that will love it
any
Effect
Luxurious experience, skin feels moisturised and toned. Overall beautiful product.
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Honorable mention:
Hydrating Accelerator by Josh Rosebrook
If you want a toner & moisturiser in one, this one will be great for you. Slightly more pricey than all of the above though.
Ingredients
truly luxurious aloe vera - based oil and extract blend
Skin type that will love it
any
Effect
Skin feels plumped and soothed. High - performing skin toner.
URL
see Josh Rosebrook stockists here or Cult Beauty website for those based in the UK