Throwback to your teenage years. You’ve probably used a toner before — drying, astringent and reeking of alcohol. I, too, once thought that toners were unpleasantly drying. However, that’s not what they are supposed to be. Toners help prep and plump skin to readily absorb the rest of your routine. While many may find toners an optional part of their routine, ask people with glowing skin — they’ll tell you toners DO play a role.
Finding the right toner, just like moisturiser, can be a tricky task. Using the wrong toner can irritate skin, and that’s the last thing you want. Here is our list of the best toners in 2021, for every skin type out there.
Best for Oily Skin: The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Mattifying Toner
The perfect toner for those with acne, oily skin and large pores, The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Mattifying Toner helps purify, refresh and prep the skin. Tea tree oil helps to get rid of excess dirt and grime lurking under your skin, while willow bark extract helps to smooth and calm irritated skin.
Available online and in-store at The Body Shop.
Best for Combination Skin: Isntree Green Tea Fresh Toner
Finding the perfect toner for combination skin can be quite the challenge as some may leave skin feeling overly hydrated, while others may leave skin feeling parched. Isntree Green Tea Fresh Toner features a blend of plant extracts to control excess oil and 80% green tea extract sourced from Jeju Island to protect, brighten, and further balance skin.
Available online at Isntree.
Best for Dry Skin: Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Facial Toner
The refreshing and moisturising Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Facial Toner is our pick for those with dry skin. A daily, non-stripping toner with real rose petals and Hyaluronic Acid, this toner minimises the look of pores while increasing skin hydration.
Available online and in-store at Sephora.
Best for Sensitive Skin: Paula’s Choice Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner
Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner offers an oasis of relief to dry, thirsty skin. This carefully blended formula contains essential ingredients dry skin needs to improve and help defend against dehydration, environmental stress, and ageing. Antioxidants help to calm and soothe the skin.
Available online at Paula’s Choice.
Best for Normal Skin: Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow PHA + BHA Pore-Tight Toner
Hydrate skin and tighten pores at once with the ultra-gentle Watermelon Glow PHA + BHA Pore-Tight Toner. Powered by a blend of gentle but effective skincare acids, this toner refines and decongest problem pores for ultra-smooth, radiant skin. Cactus Water and Cucumber give it a herbal scent with a fruity finish.
Available online and in-store at Sephora.
Best for Anti-Ageing: Vinoperfect Brightening Glycolic Essence
Glycolic Acid works to eliminate dead skin cells, whilst extracts from White Peony revitalises the skin to reveal a more even, healthy-glow. Enriched with Caudalie’s signature grape water, the Vinoperfect Concentrated Brightening Essence also contains hydrating, soothing and moisturising properties for a beautifully flawless complexion.
Available onlinex and in-store at Sephora.
Best Cult Classic: Pixi Glow Tonic
With a cult following, Pixi Glow Tonic is aptly named for the subtle glow it leaves on your face. A highly concentrated, invigorating facial toner, it deeply cleans pores by sweeping away excess oil and impurities. Glycolic Acid gently exfoliates the skin, while Ginseng improves circulation and energises the skin. It doesn’t hurt that it smells amazing, too!
Available online and in-store at Sephora.
Best Drugstore Pick: Thayer’s Alcohol-Free Witch Hazel Toner
Thayer’s Alcohol-Free Witch Hazel Toner is formulated with Aloe Vera and Witch Hazel. It is also pH balanced, gentle and moisturising, soothing and naturally cleansing the skin.
Available online and in-store at Watson’s.
Best Splurge: SK-II Facial Treatment Essence
This timeless classic needs no introduction. At $289 a bottle, the legendary SK-II Facial Treatment Essence doesn’t come cheap. However, with a bottle sold every two seconds, it is undoubtably popular. With more than 50 micronutrients, including vitamins, minerals, organic acids, and amino acid inside, it has been touted to be THE skincare item for crystal clear skin. Don’t worry, there are cheaper alternatives available, if you can’t bear to part with that much money.
Available online and in-store at Sephora.
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