Often overlooked but an essential step in your skincare routine, face toners help remove every last trace of makeup and oil. Think of them as the second stage of cleansing, lifting away anything your cleanser might have missed. A good toner should keep your skin balanced and refreshed too, never tight or dry.
Some are even formulated with active ingredients that are great for tackling your everyday concerns, think The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution to exfoliate and brighten your complexion, vitamin E to boost hydration, and collagen to soften fine lines. With the Aveeno Face Calm and Restore Soothing Toner, even sensitive skin types can benefit from a face toner, with its soothing blend of prebiotic oat and antioxidants to help restore the skin’s barrier.
Most facial toners can be used twice daily, just apply some to a cotton pad and sweep over your skin after cleansing. Want to target different skin concerns? You can use a different toner in the morning and evening. Try using anything that would make your skin sensitive to the sun (retinols and exfoliating acids) in the evenings.
Read our guide to the Benefits of Face Toners
