Types Of Facial Toners

 

I use a toner on my face every morning because I found one I like. When I was growing up, I used a toner filled with alcohol because that is what you used if you had an oily face but since then I've learned there are so many different types of toners.  It is important to select the one that is best for your both your purpose and your skin. 

I use a hydrating toner because it is designed to add moisture to my skin.  I work in a place with heating and air conditioning, both of which pull moisture from your skin.  Then outside is not much better, especially in the winter with the cold, blowing, wind.  Hydrating toner often contains glycerin, hyaluronic acid, or ceramides which are all great for plumping your skin. A similar type of toner is a misting toner which can be sprayed on to refresh the skin throughout the day and can be applied over makeup.

On the other hand, you might need an astringent toner designed to remove excess oil from the skin while tightening the pores.  The modern astringent toner has witch hazel and is labeled as good for oily skin.  Try to avoid any containing alcohol as the alcohol can over dry your skin.

Another toner is a balancing toner designed to restore a face's natural pH balance.  This type of toner is quite gentle and good for any type of skin.  There are also exfoliating toners which rely on chemicals to exfoliate the skin. This type of toner contains alpha hydroxy acids or beta hydroxy acids.  Both of these ingredients help unclog pores, remove dead skin cells, and improve skin texture.  The exfoliating toner is recommended for people suffering from acne. There are also pore refining toners that are designed to reduce the size of large pores.  This toner contains salicylic acid or niacinamide.

If you suffer from sensitive or irritated skin, you might want to look at a calming toner. This toner might have chamomile, aloe vera, or green tea.  These ingredients tend to reduce redness and inflammation.  On the other hand, if you are getting a bit older, you want to look at an anti-aging toner containing anti-oxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin E, or peptides.  Anti-aging toners help reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

So if you use a toner, decide what you need it for and select one that meets your needs.  You might need a couple of different toners such as an astringent and a pore reducing toner that you alternate.  Let me know what you think, I'd love to hear.  Have a great day.