Toner for Every Skin Type & Concern

We use toners to remove any remaining impurities after cleansing, help balance your skin's pH, and prep your complexion to better absorb the serums and moisturisers that follow. Think of it as the essential step between cleansing and treating your skin. Our toners are formulated to go beyond simple cleansing, delivering targeted benefits like hydration, oil control, and brightening depending on your skin's needs.

While a toner isn't strictly essential, it can significantly improve the effectiveness of your overall skincare routine. By removing residual impurities and rebalancing your skin after cleansing, a toner helps your serums and moisturisers penetrate more effectively. If you're looking to take your routine to the next level, adding a toner is one of the simplest upgrades you can make.

We believe the best toner to use depends on your skin type and primary concerns. For normal to oily skin, we recommend our Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner, while those with dry or sensitive skin may prefer our Ultra Facial Toner. If you have a specific concern like ageing or dullness, a treatment toner targeted to that issue will typically deliver the best results.

We believe the best toner for mature skin is one that hydrates while helping to smooth the appearance of fine lines and improve skin texture. We recommend our Ultra Facial Toner, which primes and prepares skin as a first step in an anti-ageing routine, helping subsequent products work more effectively.

Yes, a hydrating toner is typically an excellent way to boost moisture levels in dehydrated skin. Look for formulas containing emollients like squalane, avocado oil, or vitamin E, which help replenish and lock in hydration. Our Ultra Facial Toner is specifically formulated with these nourishing ingredients to leave skin feeling comforted and hydrated.

To apply toner, dispense a small amount onto a cotton pad or into the palms of your hands, then gently sweep or press it across your face and neck after cleansing. Avoid rubbing harshly, as the goal is to gently remove remaining residue and prep your skin. Use toner morning and night before applying your serum and moisturiser for the best results.

Yes, most toners are typically gentle enough to use twice daily, morning and night, as part of your regular skincare routine. However, if you're using an exfoliating toner with acids like Lipo Hydroxy Acid, you may want to start with once daily and build up gradually. Always listen to your skin and adjust your usage if you notice any sensitivity.

A toner primarily focuses on removing residual impurities and rebalancing your skin after cleansing, while an essence is typically more concentrated and delivers targeted treatment benefits like hydration or anti-ageing. Some products, like our Daily Refining Milk-Peel Toner, bridge both categories by combining toning and exfoliating treatment benefits in one step.

An alcohol-free toner is typically a better choice, particularly if you have sensitive, dry, or oily skin that may be prone to overproducing oil when stripped of moisture. Alcohol-based toners can feel refreshing but may disrupt your skin's natural barrier over time. Several of our toners, including the Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner, are formulated without alcohol to cleanse and balance skin gently.

The best toner for oily skin that won't cause dryness is a lightweight, alcohol-free formula that balances excess sebum without stripping your skin's natural moisture. We recommend our Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner, which gently removes residue and oil while keeping skin hydrated and comfortable. Remember, over-drying oily skin can actually trigger more oil production, so a balanced approach is typically key.