HOW DO I CHOOSE A TONER?
In the past, most people considered toner too harsh for glowing skin. But today, options are better suited for a variety of skin types. In fact, they can be used to add moisture and improve pH, making them beneficial for any complexion.
Whether you have combination skin, large pores, acne, or any other type of skin, toner can help you balance pH and add moisture where you need it most. Best of all, it can also help the skin feel renewed and radiant and can help remove residue from cleansers and other products in your skincare routine.
Ready to learn more about how toner is an excellent addition to any beauty routine, no matter your skin type? Let’s get started!
MEET THAYERS FACIAL TONERS
While most toners on the market are specifically designed to improve skin pH and remove any residue left behind by cleansers, those available from Thayers offer additional benefits, as well.
All of our Thayers Facial Toners are alcohol-free and are designed to remove impurities and prep your skin. Plus, each of our formulas includes a different ingredient to help combat a specific skin issue. For example, our Hydrating Milky Toner improves skin barrier and hydrates for 48 hours, and our alcohol-free Blemish Clearing Toner is ideal for those who are more acne-prone.
HOW DO I CHOOSE A TONER?
STEP 1: DETERMINE YOUR SKIN TYPE
Do you know your skin type? If not, that’s okay. However, this is a crucial part of choosing the right toner for your needs.To do this, grab a piece of blotting paper, which you can find in little package at your local drugstore. Use your fingertips to gently pat it around various areas of your face. When done, hold the paper up to the light. If the sheet has little or no oil, you likely have dry skin. If there’s a moderate amount of oil from around your forehead and nose areas, then you’re considered normal or combination skin. And if you have a large amount of saturation, that means you have an oily complexion.
Remember, there’s no right or wrong answer here. We’re just trying to determine where to start when looking for the right facial toner for your skincare routine.
STEP 2: CONSIDER PRIMARY SKIN CONCERNS
Once you know your skin type, you can start to make a list of your primary skin concerns. Do you need to combat oil or acne problems? Does your skin tend to be on the dry side and need more moisture?By coming up with a short list, you can decide which alcohol-free toner is best for your situation. For example, hydrating toner is a better choice if you tend to have dry skin. However, someone with sensitive skin might need an unscented toner.
STEP 3: CHECK THE INGREDIENTS
While we feel comfortable telling you that our Thayers Witch Hazel Facial Toners are dermatologist tested and safe for all skin types, we understand that you might be looking at other brands, too.
That’s why we want to make sure you’re looking at all of the ingredients before you decide to try one out. So, what should you be looking for? Items like certified organic aloe and other top-quality ingredients are always important. And check the label to ensure the formula is phthalate-free, paraben-free, and gluten-free.
SELECT THE RIGHT TONER FOR YOUR SKIN TYPE
Now that you know the steps necessary to find the right toner formula, it is important to look for certain elements associated with your particular complexion. Here are the most common types of toner to choose for your skin type.
While all of our toners remove excess impurities and prep your skin, they each have additional benefits suited to specific skin types and concerns.
Note that all of our toners are ideal for sensitive skin!
NORMAL TO COMBINATION SKIN
We recommend our Unscented Facial Toner to purify and prep for all skin types.
- Downsizes pores
- Evens skin tone
- Smooths skin texture
- Hydrates immediately and for 8 hours
DRY SKIN
- Hydrates for 48 hours
- Strengthens skin barrier
- Improves skin texture
ACNE-PRONE SKIN
Our Blemish Clearing Toner is perfect for clearing and preventing acne while prepping skin.
- Penetrates pores to control acne
- Clears blackheads and allows skin to heal
- Hydrates for 8 hours
DULL SKIN
Our Exfoliating 2% AHA Toner is suitable for all skin types looking to brighten dull skin.
- Gently exfoliates
- Evens skin tone
- Refines pores
- Smooths skin texture