Toners for Your Skin Type

Toners, tonics and astringents are often taken to mean the same thing. But there're some subtle differences: skin tonics are usually milder on the skin than astringents (which are typically alcohol-based). It's important to choose toners that are targeted for your skin type and needs.

• Tonics and toners contain little or no alcohol. Skin tonics have a much milder effect than astringents.
• For normal skin, look for rosewater tonics or cucumber toners.
• Dry skin type can benefit from hydrating toners that contain oils like castor oil, rose oil and evening primrose oil. Steer clear from alcohol-based astringents which can over-dry your skin.
• For sensitive skin, using mild toners with soothing ingredients like aloe and rosewater can help calm and moisturize the skin. Avoid any toners that contain alcohol or alpha-hydroxy acids (like lactic or glycolic acid) as they are too drying and can cause irritation.
• If you have oily skin, choose toners that contain witch hazel to remove greasy buildup, tea tree to help blemished skin and chamomile to soothe the skin.



• Astringents are usually alcohol-based.
• Only use astringents when you have very oily skin, or during times when your skin tends to be excessively oily, such as the week prior to menstruation.
• Oily skin type should stay away from any toners containing oils.

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