Toners for normal skin

Almost every woman sooner or later thinks about how to find the best facial tonic that will take care of her skin and help get rid of problems. Which manufacturer should you prefer?

The choice is truly difficult, since it is impossible to visually determine the quality of the product and its effectiveness. In addition, there are several rules for the individual selection of cosmetics, which also need to be remembered. So, first things first.

Necessity or fashion?

First, you need to decide what a tonic is and what it is needed for. According to its functions, this is a second-level cleansing agent. It rids the skin of the face of soap film. At the same time, it removes dead epidermal cells stuck in the pores, removes excess oil and heals micro-wounds.

After use, the face glows, “breathes” and is ready for maximum absorption of creams and the use of masks. At the same time, he “makes sure” that the cream does not clog the pores.

Also he:

1. restores normal pH balance;
2. controls optimal sebum secretion;
3. moisturizes;
4. improves blood circulation;
5. rejuvenates.

At the same time, they are relatively inexpensive.

From all this it follows that tonic is simply irreplaceable in a cosmetic bag!

Hot ten

As for the choice, it is best to pay attention to the reviews of cosmetologists who know about all the positive and negative qualities of most modern products.

We present the Top 10 companies whose products have proven themselves in the market and consistently have good reviews from specialists and ordinary consumers.

Garnier

The French company is the undisputed leader among manufacturers of facial tonics. Its products, the quality of which is carefully monitored year after year, are equally suitable for ladies with normal, dry and sensitive skin.

They:

1. cleanse of toxins;
2. relieve irritation and itching;
3. calm down.

In addition, they are hypoallergenic and do not have any harmful effects.

The only drawback is the lack of fight against age-related problems. But for this, Garnier has other components that can be used in combination.

Green Mama

1. Represents natural tonics. One of the most popular is a budget option - a product from the “Taiga Formula” series.
2. Intended for inflamed, damaged or flaky dermis.
3. Boric acid is used as an antiseptic, which not only disinfects, but also whitens.

Additionally contains:

1. healing and moisturizing d-panthenol;
2. allatonin is another healing drug that also eliminates redness;
3. succession – stops inflammatory processes and promotes healing;
4. wheat germ – “responsible” for nutrition and softness;
5. mint – has an antimicrobial effect;
6. witch hazel - also has wound healing properties.

The disadvantages include the fact that some components may be unsuitable for sensitive epidermis.

Another “minus” some consumers consider is the large volume of the bottle, which does not fit into a cosmetic bag or purse. However, for the majority, on the contrary, this is a big “plus”, making the product more affordable.

Nivea

The products of this German company are more suitable for normal and oily dermis, since it contains about 10% alcohol.

Ethanol eliminates oily shine and tones, but may not be suitable for dry and overly sensitive skin.

In addition, it contains:

1. glycerin components for moisturizing;
2. argan oil with fatty acids and vitamin E, which improve complexion and soften the skin;
3. aloe juice, which nourishes and moisturizes.

Among the disadvantages is the presence of fragrances, which are considered allergenic.

L'Oreal

The most popular toners of this company, called “Perfect Radiance”, are also intended mainly for women with oily and problematic skin. Like their German colleagues, L’Oreal cosmetics contain fragrances and alcohol, which can be harmful to dry and sensitive epidermis.

True, the content of the latter here is two times less, only 5%.

Ingredients:

1. glycerol;
2. salicylic acid, which gently exfoliates dead particles and can solve the problem of blackheads.

There are no plant components in this specimen.

Weleda

The Swiss product got its name “life-giving” or “revitalizing” for a reason.

It perfectly refreshes and tones. Improves the structure and evens out the relief.

Despite the alcohol content, it is suitable for any skin type, which has been repeatedly confirmed by dermatological tests and practical use.

Also contains:

1. wild rose leaf extract, which tightens pores;
2. witch hazel, soothing, refreshing and tonic.

Does not contain any dyes, preservatives or artificial flavors.

"Natura Siberica"

Cosmetics from this Russian manufacturer have a mattifying effect and help remove all kinds of harmful substances from the deep layers of the dermis. Quickly and effectively solves the problem of excess oil, tightens pores and gets rid of spots. Gives matte finish.

There are no aggressive salts, fragrances or parabens.

Among the disadvantages, the most often noted is that the effect of use does not last long and it must be applied at least 3 times a day.

Belita Vitex

1. The cheapest of all listed, but at the same time no less good tonic from Belarusian manufacturers.
2. It does an excellent job of removing dead particles of the epidermis, stimulating metabolism and toning.
3. The effect becomes noticeable almost from the first use.

Among the “cons” is a significant amount of chemically harmful substances in the composition.

Made in Korea

A Korean product was also included in the Top 10 best tonics.

More precisely, several at once. All of them have good responses from dermatologists, cosmetologists and users.

1. Thus, The Skin House Tightening Plus Toner tightens pores and is suitable for all skin types.
2. And for facial skin that requires special care, the acidic Mizon Pore Control Peeling Toner is suitable.
3. Enprani S, Claa Vita Cure Skin Tonic, which includes 12 vitamins and plant extracts, deeply nourishes the skin and improves its color.

Korean companies also have lifting, anti-aging and other products in their assortment.

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1. The product of this brand will be a good solution for those with normal and combination skin, as it reduces oiliness with long-term use.
2. Helps eliminate minor inflammations, refreshes and cleanses. Moreover, the result of cleansing is visible immediately - on a cotton pad.

The disadvantage is a large amount of chemicals.

Clean line

1. The tonic lotion from another Russian manufacturer, Clean Line, closes the rating.
2. Cosmetics for any type of face, since the alcohol content is very small.

Used in various ratios:

1. propylene glycol, glycerin or panthenol;
2. nettle, chamomile extracts, yarrow, St. John's wort, celandine - to soothe and relieve symptoms of inflammation.

The disadvantage is the presence of potentially allergenic fragrances.

How to choose?

When choosing, you need to listen not only to the opinions of cosmetologists about various products and customer reviews. An important selection criterion is the type of skin.

1. So, if it is too dry, then it is better to give preference to alcohol-free formulations, which include moisturizing components and softening oils.
2. For oily and combination skin types, formulations with lemon juice and tea tree essential oils are suitable. They may contain a fairly large percentage of ethanol, which will remove oily shine, eliminate microbes and normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands.
3. For problematic skin, it is best to choose a composition with disinfectants, salicylic or glycolic acids.

It is also important to study the composition of the product you want to buy. Under no circumstances should it contain synthetic components. You should not purchase a product whose manufacturer claims to be 100% natural, but does not contain a single organic substance in the list of ingredients.

It is important to pay attention to the amount of alcohol. The smaller it is, the better. For normal skin, only 5% is enough, for combination and oily skin – up to 30%. But for dry it is better if it is not there at all.

It is advisable to select a tonic from the same series as the cream. This way they can complement each other, which will enhance the effect.

Many people consider facial toner to be an unnecessary product in skin care. Right now we will prove that this is not so, but at the same time we will explain why it is absolutely necessary, how to choose it, what components to pay attention to and how to use it according to all the rules.

1. What is a facial toner
2. What are tonics for?
3. Types of tonics
4. Composition of facial toners
5. Application: how to apply toner correctly
6. Review of facial toners

What is a facial toner

It would seem that everyone knows what a facial toner is - a transparent or translucent liquid in which active ingredients are dissolved to moisturize, refresh and cleanse the skin. Sometimes the solution has a tint: a pink tint indicates a soothing effect, blue indicates a refreshing quality, and green indicates the ability to solve skin problems.

What are tonics for?

As you know, there are three main stages in skin care: cleansing, toning, and moisturizing. But, according to the confessions of beauty users, the second stage is often neglected (laziness, lack of time, lack of awareness - emphasize as necessary), considering tonic an optional remedy. And they are very wrong. The fact is that this tool performs several important functions at once. What does tonic do?

Sometimes the shade of a toner can indicate its functionality.

Completes the skin cleansing process. Even if you carefully removed your makeup with milk or cleansing lotion and then washed your face with foam, you will most likely still find traces of dirt on a cotton pad moistened with tonic. This means that it is the toner that completes the cleansing process after the stages of makeup removal and washing.

Restores pH balance. Some cleansers, as well as hard tap water, can temporarily disrupt the acid-base balance of the skin, which, in turn, weakens its protective functions and reduces its ability to withstand aggressive environmental factors. The tonic quickly brings the pH level back to normal.

Prepares the skin for the application of serums and creams. Tonic is a kind of conductor that allows the active ingredients in the serum and cream to act more effectively on the skin.

Refreshes the skin. Dull complexion, lack of blush, dry areas of the skin, even enlarged pores and inflammation - if the tonic does not solve all these problems globally, it will definitely minimize them. To get evidence, conduct a two-week experiment on regular use of tonic, or better yet, extend the test to 28 days - this is exactly the period the body and skin in particular need to form new “habits”.

Toning is included in the daily skin care ritual for a reason. To make sure whether a toner is really so necessary, conduct an experiment: use it for at least two weeks, and after that you will notice that your skin has become fresher and cleaner, and your complexion has become more even.

Types of tonics

The main rule when choosing a tonic is to focus on your skin type, otherwise this product will not fulfill its task or will not do it effectively enough. In order for the tonic to work one hundred percent, you must carefully read the label before purchasing, and then follow the instructions for its use.

The toner effectively removes remnants of skin impurities and decorative cosmetics.

For dry skin. Choose toners with powerful moisturizing ingredients such as glycerin, hyaluronic acid, amino acids, aloe juice or extract. Apply the product twice a day or more often, especially if you spend most of the day indoors with air conditioning or central heating, or in extreme climatic conditions (sharp temperature changes, hot or, conversely, frosty weather).

For sensitive skin. Capricious skin will not be irritated by products with a delicate action and soft texture, sometimes slightly oily. When choosing a tonic, pay attention to the composition: it should contain components with a calming effect, for example, extracts of chamomile, cornflower or rose. Undesirable substances - parabens, perfumes, dyes.

For oily skin. If you are bothered by oily shine and excess sebum, due to which makeup lasts for a maximum of an hour, a tonic with a sebum-regulating and mattifying effect is suitable. This effect is provided in particular by zinc. Products with moisturizing ingredients are also good for oily skin, because often such skin, strange as it may sound, suffers from dehydration.

For problematic skin. The curse of this skin type is blackheads, rashes, inflammation, and excess sebum production. Toners with astringents and exfoliating components (salicylic acid, zinc, tea tree oil) will help keep the situation under control.

For normal skin. All that a tonic can give to the happy owners of problem-free skin is cleansing, maintaining optimal moisture levels, softening, and replenishing with minerals and trace elements. All these needs will be satisfied by a tonic based on thermal spring water.

For combination skin. If you have dry skin in the cheek area and oily skin in the forehead, nose and chin area, try using two toners at once in one session. Apply the moisturizing one to dry areas, and the mattifying sebum-regulating one to the T-zone. This is called multi-toning, that is, using two products of the same category at the same time.

For aging skin. The main needs of aging and aging skin are lifting, increasing elasticity and density. This is facilitated by tonics with hyaluronic and glycolic acids, plus a special massage during application. Pay attention to products with a high content of antioxidants (vitamins C and E, resveratrol), especially if you live in a metropolis, often experience stress and get little sleep. Antioxidants in the tonic will help fight the negative effects of the environment and delay the development of external signs of skin aging.

Using a well-chosen toner, you will increase the effectiveness of your creams (day and night) significantly, because the skin will better perceive their active ingredients.

Composition of facial toners

The composition varies depending on the purpose and tasks to be solved. Below are the main components that are most often found in formulas.

Facial toner is a transparent colored liquid in which active ingredients are dissolved.

Aloe. Aloe juice and extract are almost universal: they soothe, soften, moisturize and restore the skin.

Allantoin. Effective for skin healing and regeneration. Allantoin relieves inflammation, irritation, tightens pores and softens the skin.

Hyaluronic acid. A powerful moisturizing ingredient that prevents moisture evaporation, smoothes the skin.

Glycerol. The most common moisturizing component. Glycerin promotes moisture penetration into the deep layers of the skin and helps retain it.

Glycolic acid. Cleanses, exfoliates, softens and brightens the skin, helps reduce the depth of wrinkles.

Salicylic acid. Exfoliates, eliminates dead cells, regulates the functioning of the sebaceous glands.

Alcohol. Typically present in low concentrations and serves to stabilize the formula. Simple alcohols (alcohol denat) in tonics provide an antibacterial effect and better penetration of active ingredients into the skin.

Thermal water. Water from thermal springs, located, for example, in the French cities of Vichy and La Roche-Posay, is a storehouse of minerals and trace elements beneficial for the skin. The special composition helps normalize the water balance of the skin, neutralizes the negative effects of free radicals, increases the protective properties of the skin, and soothes it.

Zinc. Indispensable for oily and problem skin: relieves inflammation, controls oily shine, reduces blackheads.

Calendula extract. Relieves irritation, soothes, has bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effects.

Rose extract. It has a wide spectrum of action: rejuvenates, moisturizes, softens, fights dangerous bacteria and even tightens pores.

Chamomile extract. Soothes sensitive and irritable skin, provides protection and anti-inflammatory effect.

Witch hazel extract. Constricts blood vessels, reduces the secretion of sebaceous glands, and is a powerful antioxidant.

Application: how to apply toner correctly

It is advisable to use the tonic twice a day, after cleansing and before using serum and cream. When applying, avoid the area around the eyes unless the label indicates that the product is approved for use in this area. There are at least three ways to apply toner, and choosing the right one depends on personal preference.

When applying tonic, you can use a cotton pad or cloth.

Cotton pad

This is the most common method and is suitable for owners of any skin type. Apply a few drops to the disc and wipe the skin from the center of the face to the periphery, avoiding pressing:

from the center of the forehead to the temples, with one smoothing movement on each side;

from the wings of the nose to the ears;

from the center of the chin to the ears;

from the space between the eyebrows to the tip of the nose.

Do not forget about the skin of the neck and décolleté - here the cotton pad should move from bottom to top, towards the chin.

Cloth napkin

The best option for sensitive skin. Soak a cloth napkin with tonic (you can use pharmacy gauze folded in 2-3 layers) and place it on your face like a mask. Press lightly with your palms and leave for a few seconds. These toning masks are very popular in Asia.

It is recommended to use the toner in the morning and evening after cleansing the skin and before applying the cream.

Do I need to wash off the toner? No. As you remember, it increases the effectiveness of the active ingredients in the products that you apply after toning.

Review of facial toners

If you still haven’t decided on the choice of toner, we offer several options for different skin types - from delicate sensitive to problematic, acne-prone skin.

Toners for dry, normal and aging skin

Toners for combination, oily and problem skin.

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If creams and masks can be compared to food for our skin, tonic is its “water”. And life without water on the face, as well as on the planet, is impossible. Cosmetic tonics and lotions help cleanse, moisturize, mattify, heal, and whiten the skin. The specific action depends on the set of active components that are part of your product. How to give your face new colors, make it brighter, younger and more impressive? And at the same time not spend extra money on care? After all, tonic, although a necessary functional product, is far from the main “genius” of a woman’s cosmetic bag.

In this rating, we decided to analyze the best popular mass-market tonics point by point. Even professional cosmetologists do not hesitate to use many of them in their salons. The sales volumes and profits of the leaders of the global beauty market allow large companies to have their own laboratories, conduct constant quality control and develop innovative approaches to rejuvenation and beauty. Therefore, products in the Economy segment are often not inferior in effectiveness to premium tonics. What will your skin drink tomorrow? Decide for yourself:

The best toners for oily skin

Russian toner with lactulose, biosulfur, salicylic acid, panthenol and plant extracts from Cora has a pronounced cleansing effect - it is designed to reduce the number of blackheads, tighten pores, and neutralize the effect of surfactants contained in cleansers. The tonic regulates the activity of the sebaceous glands, soothing, reducing skin oiliness and stimulating its restoration.

The spray bottle allows you to quickly and economically distribute the product over your face. The tonic improves skin color, mattifies, but does not dry out at all. It refreshes well, gives softness and velvety, increases the effectiveness of the cream applied after use. Can be used as a moisturizer for clay masks. Bottle volume - 150 ml.

1. inexpensive;
2. is consumed moderately;
3. does not contain alcohol and parabens;
4. has a convenient spray format;
5. two caps that reliably protect against spills on the road.

1. small volume.

Herbal cosmetics from Siberia and the Far East “Natura Siberica”, of course, are not 100% organic products. But there really are no parabens, fragrances or synthetic dyes in this brand’s mattifying toner. In addition, the composition does not contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS). The tonic contains extracts of sage, oregano, and green tea. It provides cleansing and mattification for oily and combination skin, does not tighten the skin and makes it smooth, eliminating oily shine for at least several hours. But people prone to allergic reactions should not forget that, after all, these are herbal cosmetics, and herbal extracts are a proven allergen.

1. pleasant herbal smell,
2. delicate consistency,
3. solution to oily skin problems.

1. mattifies not for the whole day, works well with 2-3 single applications.

The best toners for dry and sensitive skin

Moisturizing tonic with hyaluronic acid and white water lily hydrolate from the Librederm brand helps balance the natural pH balance, retains life-giving moisture in the tissues, tones and revitalizes the face, eliminates minor defects and gives the skin a comfortable feeling of freshness and free breathing. Suitable for morning and evening use and as preparation for caring procedures.

The tonic is well absorbed by the skin, does not cause irritation or redness, perfectly moisturizes, softens and refreshes the face, thoroughly cleanses makeup residues after using milk or facial wash. Doesn't sting, doesn't dry out, doesn't form a film, doesn't give a sticky feeling. The bottle has a short shelf life - only 3 months after opening.

1. free of fragrances, parabens and dyes;
2. moderate consumption;
3. protective sticker on the bottle.

1. Not everyone finds the dispenser-limiter convenient.

The best toners for normal skin

Facial toner with glycolic, lactic, tartaric and citric acids from the Russian brand Aravia is suitable for intensive care of normal and dry skin, as well as those prone to hyperkeratosis, oiliness and acne. It helps exfoliate the stratum corneum and accelerate cell renewal processes, stimulates the production of elastin and collagen, strengthens and rejuvenates the skin, prevents the development of bacteria and has a slight whitening effect.

The bottle is equipped with a spray dispenser, thanks to which the tonic is easily and economically, but powerfully sprayed onto the face. The product is quickly absorbed into the skin without creating a feeling of stickiness, restores natural pH, moisturizes and prepares the face for subsequent care, and enhances the effect of masks.