Why the Right Toners are an Important Part of Your Skin Care Routine
We’re often asked, “Is toner really necessary?” The answer is an emphatic Yes! But toners have gotten a bad rap in the past, for good reason. The toners of yesteryear (and likely still some cheap ones today) contained high levels of harsh alcohol, which stripped the skin of too much oil and natural moisture.
Modern Botanical Toners
The good news is that modern botanical toners are formulated to be gentle, and professional-grade toners are especially effective. They’re an essential part of any skincare routine, playing a crucial role in maintaining healthy and glowing skin. Toners are designed to balance the pH level of your skin, remove any remaining impurities after cleansing, and prepare your skin for the next steps in your skincare routine (applying serums). They help refine pores and tighten cell gaps, reducing the penetration of impurities and contaminants into the skin.
pH Levels & Impurities
Our skin has a natural pH level of around 5.5, which is slightly acidic. However, when we cleanse our skin, the pH level can become unbalanced, and this can lead to a range of skin problems, including dryness, irritation, and breakouts. Toners help to restore the pH balance of your skin, which helps to keep it healthy and glowing. It can even help remove chlorine and minerals found in the tap water you might use with your cleanser!
Toners also help to remove any remaining impurities from your skin. Even after cleansing, there can still be traces of dirt, oil, and makeup residue left on your skin. Toners help to remove these impurities, which can help to prevent breakouts and keep your skin looking clear and radiant.
What Happens If You Don’t Use Toner?
If you don't use toner, your skin may become dry, irritated, and prone to breakouts. Your skin may also look dull and lackluster, and you might find it harder to apply makeup smoothly. If you haven’t used toner in a while, buy a bottle and you’ll see what you’ve been missing!
Recommended Toners
We offer two amazing professional-grade toners. For all skin types, we recommend our Essential Toner, which contains 5% glycolic acid derived from natural sources and helps repair sun damage, tone and firm the skin, and refine pores. Ginseng oxygenates the skin cells for optimal skin performance. This popular toner is part of our Essentials Collection, the Influencer Collection, and the Ageless Collection.
For those with sustained sun damage, rosacea, overuse of harsh products, or highly sensitive skin, we recommend our Calming Toner. This toner contains anti-inflammatory cucumber, ginseng, chlorophyll, and other natural ingredients that calm, tone, and firm the skin. This amazing toner is part of the Rescue Collection.
Don’t dismiss toners … they are an important part of your daily skin care routine. You’ll feel and see the difference!
Sources:
Skintessence Founder Marcia Ney
Healthline
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