OIL BALANCING JELLY TONER FOR OILY SKIN
COMBO + OILY SKIN Purify + Hydrate
Absorbs oil and hydrates skin all day
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• Instantly Absorbs Oil: Clinically proven to absorb oil all day and deliver an immediate soft-matte finish.
• Minimizes Pores: Clinically tested to reduce the appearance of pores after 4 weeks.
• Purifies & Balances: Cleanses skin without over-drying, maintaining all-day hydration.
• Smooths Texture: Leaves skin texture looking smoother after application.
• Soft-Matte Finish: Provides a refreshing, non-greasy, soft-matte look.
• Cooling Jelly Texture: Unique and refreshing jelly consistency that hydrates without heaviness.
• Plant and Derm Actives: Formulated with Kombucha Filtrate, Green Kaolin Clay, and 2% Niacinamide.
• Number 1 Toner Brand: From Thayers, the #1 Toner Brand in America.*
• Commitment to Clean: Cruelty-free, vegan, and dermatologist tested for safety.
• Formulated Without: Alcohol, Parabens, and Phthalates.
• Packaging: This product comes in a 100% recycled plastic bottle, excluding cap. Size: 8.5 fl oz.
Product Dimensions: 2.33 in (W) x 2.33 in (D) x 5.7 in (H).
Product Form: Liquid Toner.
• Texture: Jelly.
• Skin Type: Good for Oily and Combination Skin
• Finish: Soft-Mattifying
*Based on unit sales as reported by Nielsen for the 52 week period ending 1/11/25.
Follow these steps for balanced, refreshed skin:
• Step 1: Cleanse Skin. After cleansing, ensure your skin is clean and ready for toning.
• Step 2: Apply Toner. Apply toner to a cotton pad.
• Step 3: Sweep Across Face. Sweep across your face.
• Step 4: Allow to Dry. Allow the toner to dry completely.
• Step 5: Continue Routine. Follow with your moisturizer. Use morning and night.
Key Ingredients: Our Oil Balancing Jelly Toner features a powerful blend to purify, balance, and hydrate combination to oily skin:
• Kombucha Filtrate: Helps to purify and refresh the skin, contributing to its balanced appearance.
• Green Kaolin Clay: Known for its oil-absorbing properties, helping to mattify and control shine all day.
• 2% Niacinamide: A multi-tasking derm-active that helps balance oil production, minimize the appearance of pores, and improve skin texture.
AQUA / WATER / EAU • GLYCERIN • NIACINAMIDE • POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE • CARBOMER • PHENOXYETHANOL • SALICYLIC ACID • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • POLYSORBATE 20 • SACCHAROMYCES/XYLINUM/BLACK TEA FERMENT • SODIUM HYALURONATE • SILICA • KAOLIN • ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN • TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE • CI 77288 / CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS • HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE • SODIUM CITRATE • CITRIC ACID • POTASSIUM SORBATE • BIOTIN
Features & Benefits
Instant Balance: Absorbs Oil, Refined Pores
Keep oily and combination skin balanced, mattified, and comfortable all day long. This oil-balancing jelly toner works as both a pore-refining treatment and a hydrating toner, helping minimize the look of pores while keeping skin refreshed and hydrated.
• Instantly Absorbs Oil: Clinically proven to instantly absorb oil and keep it in check throughout the day, providing a confident, soft matte finish.
• Visibly Smaller Pores: Clinically tested to visibly reduce the appearance of pores after 4 weeks, giving skin a smoother texture and refined appearance over time.
• Lightweight Hydration: Hyaluronic Acid ensures skin is hydrated without any heaviness, keeping it balanced and comfortable.
Experience immediate oil control and long-term pore refinement, all in one refreshing step.
Power Blend: Kombucha, Green Kaolin Clay & 2% Niacinamide
Our Oil Balancing Jelly Toner blends Thayers' heritage with cutting-edge innovation. Powered by nature and supported by science, this formula combines Kombucha Filtrate and Green Kaolin Clay with 2% Niacinamide to purify, refine, and refresh the skin while minimizing buildup and reducing shine. Together, these ingredients target oiliness, uneven tone, and visible pores while supporting a healthy-looking complexion.
• Purifying Kombucha Filtrate: Works to clarify and balance the skin, promoting a healthier look.
• Green Kaolin Clay: Helps to absorb excess surface oil, contributing to the soft-matte finish.
• 2% Niacinamide: A key derm-active that helps to minimize the appearance of pores and improve skin texture.
This unique combination ensures a refreshing, effective treatment that purifies and balances your skin, leaving it hydrated with a soft-matte finish.
Find Your Perfect Toner
| MSRP | Key Ingredients | Product Benefits | Skin Types | Product texture | When to use | Alcohol-free | No Added Fragrance | Suitable for Sensitive Skin | ||
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| OIL BALANCING JELLY TONER FOR OILY SKIN |
OIL BALANCING JELLY TONER FOR OILY SKIN
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$14.99 | Kombucha, Kaolin Clay, 2% Niacinamide | Absorbs oil all day, Minmizes pores, lightweight, fast abosrbing, cooling/ refreshing, hydrates all day |
Combo and oily |
Lightweight Serum |
AM/PM |
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| BLEMISH CLEARING 2% BHA TONER |
BLEMISH CLEARING 2% BHA TONER
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$14.99 | 2% Salicylic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Lemongrass, Aloe | Penetrates pores to clear acne and blackheads, prevents future breakouts |
Acne prone |
Liquid |
AM/PM |
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| HYDRATING MILKY TONER |
HYDRATING MILKY TONER
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$14.99 | Snow Mushroom + Hyaluronic Acid | 48HR hydration, strengthens skin barrier, smooths texture, removes impurities, preps skin | Normal to dry | Milky |
AM/PM |
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| ORIGINAL WITCH HAZEL ASTRINGENT |
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ORIGINAL WITCH HAZEL ASTRINGENT
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$10.95 | Aloe, Witch Hazel, Glycerin | Removes impurities, downsizes pores, evens skin tone, smooths texture, hydrates for 8 hours | All | Liquid |
AM/PM |
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| EXFOLIATING 2% AHA TONER |
EXFOLIATING 2% AHA TONER
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$14.99 | Witch Hazel + 2% AHA Blend | Gently exfoliates, reduces apperance of pores, evens skin tone, smooths skin texture, preps skin |
All |
Liquid |
AM/PM |
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| ROSE PETAL FACIAL TONER MIST |
ROSE PETAL FACIAL TONER MIST
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$10.95 | Aloe, Witch Hazel, Glycerin | Removes impurities, downsizes pores, evens skin tone, smooths texture, hydrates for 8 hours |
All |
Liquid Mist |
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Oil Balancing Jelly Toner FAQs
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What Does Oil Balancing Toner Do?
An oil balancing toner regulates excess sebum, keeping skin shine-free without stripping essential moisture. It helps refine the look of pores, smooth texture, and prepare the skin for better absorption of serums and moisturizers. Thayers Oil Balancing Jelly Toner is specially formulated with Kombucha Filtrate, Green Kaolin Clay, and 2% Niacinamide to deliver hydration, balance oil, and leave skin with a comfortable, soft-matte finish.
Learn more in our guide to what toner does for your skin and why maintaining a balanced skin pH is key to healthy-looking skin.
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How Often Should I Use a Balancing Toner?
Most people benefit from using a balancing toner twice daily, once in the morning and once at night after cleansing. For sensitive skin types, once a day may be enough. Consistent use helps oily and combination skin stay refined, hydrated, and balanced. After toning, follow with a lightweight moisturizer like Thayers 80 Hour Milky Moisturizer to lock in hydration and maintain your skin barrier. -
How Does Balancing Toner Benefit Oily Skin?
Balancing toners are especially effective for oily skin because they control excess oil, refine pores, and maintain natural hydration. Formulas with Niacinamide (oil-regulating) and Green Kaolin Clay (detoxifying) are beneficial for minimizing shine and smoothing texture. A jelly-based option like the Thayers Oil Balancing Toner also helps prepare skin to better absorb serums and moisturizers, leaving a refined, shine-free, soft mattified finish. -
Is Oil Balancing Toner Good for Combination Skin?
Yes, an oil balancing toner works well for combination skin because it mattifies oily areas like the T-zone while hydrating drier zones. Ingredients such as Niacinamide (balancing) and Kombucha Filtrate (brightening) help regulate oil and support overall skin clarity. A jelly-based toner like Thayers Oil Balancing Toner can be a versatile option for managing multiple skin concerns in a single step. -
Can Balancing Toner Replace My Moisturizer if I Have Very Oily Skin?
No. Even if you have very oily skin, a toner should not replace moisturizer. While a toner helps mattify and refine, moisturizer is still essential to lock in hydration and protect your skin barrier. Skipping moisturizer can actually cause skin to produce more oil. For balanced results, pair an oil-balancing toner, such as the Thayers Jelly Toner, with a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer to keep skin hydrated without adding extra shine. -
Does Oil Balancing Toner Help Shrink My Pores?
No, toners cannot permanently shrink pores, but they can help reduce their visible appearance. Ingredients like Green Kaolin Clay to mattify and Niacinamide to refine pores work together to smooth texture and minimize the look of enlarged pores. An option such as the Thayers Oil Balancing Jelly Toner, which is clinically tested to show results in as little as one week, can support clearer and more refined-looking skin with regular use.
For more information on how to minimize pores, check out our pore-minimizing guide.
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Will Balancing Toner Help Control My Oily Shine Throughout the Day?
Yes, balancing toners help regulate oil production and reduce mid-day shine. A formula like the Thayers Oil Balancing Jelly Toner can provide all-day oil control with a soft-matte finish. For even better results, pair it with a matte-finish moisturizer to extend shine control or use blotting papers as needed to keep skin looking fresh. -
What Does Kombucha Do for Skin in a Toner?
Kombucha is a fermented ingredient rich in probiotics and antioxidants. It helps balance the skin’s microbiome, improve clarity, and defend against environmental stressors. By strengthening the skin barrier, kombucha helps lock in hydration and improve resilience against daily stressors. In a toner, it works to brighten, purify, and support overall skin health, leaving oily and combination skin more radiant and balanced. A jelly-based option like the Thayers Oil Balancing Jelly Toner uses kombucha alongside other actives to help support a healthy, shine-free complexion. -
What Does Niacinamide in a Toner Do for Oily Skin?
Niacinamide is a powerhouse skincare ingredient for oily and acne-prone skin. In a toner, niacinamide helps regulate oil production, minimize the look of pores, and improve uneven skin tone. This ingredient also has soothing, anti-inflammatory benefits that reduce redness and support clearer-looking skin. Importantly, niacinamide helps strengthen the skin barrier, which locks in hydration and improves resilience against daily stressors.
When used in a daily routine, toners with niacinamide help refine texture, balance shine, and prep the skin for better absorption of serums and moisturizers. A gentle formula such as the Thayers Oil Balancing Jelly Toner, which includes niacinamide along with kombucha and green kaolin clay, can be a great option for oily and combination skin.
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What Is Green Kaolin Clay and How Does It Benefit Oily Skin?
Green kaolin clay is a gentle mineral clay known for its ability to absorb excess oil and draw out impurities without over-drying the skin. It helps mattify, unclog pores, and reduce breakouts while remaining mild enough for sensitive skin types. By keeping skin balanced and purified, green kaolin clay supports a smoother, clearer-looking complexion.
In a toner, this ingredient works especially well for oily and combination skin by refining texture and controlling shine. A formula like the Thayers Oil Balancing Jelly Toner, which combines green kaolin clay with niacinamide and kombucha, helps keep skin fresh, refined, and hydrated while targeting multiple concerns in one step.
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What is the Thayers Oil Balancing Jelly Toner?
It's a unique, lightweight jelly-textured toner that instantly absorbs oil and is clinically tested to reduce the appearance of pores after 4 weeks. It purifies, balances, and hydrates combination to oily skin with a soft-matte finish. -
What makes this a "Jelly Toner"?
The jelly texture is innovative and lightweight, providing hydration without heaviness. It instantly absorbs oil, leaving a refreshing, soft-matte finish without any stickiness. -
Is this toner good for oily and combination skin?
Yes, it is specifically formulated for combination to oily skin types. It helps to instantly absorb oil, minimize shine, and reduce the appearance of pores (after 4 weeks), providing a fresh, soft-matte finish. -
Does it contain alcohol or fragrance?
No, Thayers Oil Balancing Jelly Toner is alcohol-free and fragrance-free. It's also paraben-free, phthalate-free, non-comedogenic, vegan, and dermatologist-tested. -
How often should I use the Oil Balancing Jelly Toner?
Use it daily, morning and night, after cleansing. Apply to a cotton pad and sweep across your face, then allow to dry before following with your moisturizer.
