Salicylic Acid Toners

Whether you want to banish blemishes, unclog pores, brighten your complexion, or treat acne, a salicylic acid toner is the holy-grail product you need in your skincare routine.

Derived from willow bark, salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that's oil-soluble – meaning it's able to penetrate beneath your skin to dissolve debris, remove build-up and exfoliate your skin. And it means that after all of those nasties have been removed from your complexion, your other skincare products are able to absorb better too.

At LOOKFANTASTIC, you can shop salicylic acid toners from the very best in the skincare industry. Featuring a blend of AHA and BHAs, the REN Clean Skincare Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic has quickly become a cult-favourite formula, breaking up dead cells, dissolving build-up and leaving your complexion visibly radiant. Struggle with sensitive skin? La Roche-Posay's Effaclar Clarifying Lotion was made specifically for you. This minimalist formula is enriched with thermal spring water – a soothing antioxidant – to be gentle on your skin, while it gets to work reducing enlarged pores and regulating sebum production.

Salicylic acid toners are best used in the evenings as they can make your skin more sensitive to the sun. Apply to freshly-cleansed skin with a reusable cotton pad, then follow with your favourite serums and moisturisers. Be sure not to use retinol or other active exfoliating ingredients on the same day or you risk over-exfoliating your skin causing irritation.