There is a lot of confusion surrounding the importance of toner in our skincare routines. With some deeming toner as a super skin product but others skipping it altogether – it can be difficult to decide where you stand. This week, you can get a FREE SkinBase Toner when you purchase the SkinBase Exfoliating Cleanser with AHA. Experience the benefits of toner yourself at no cost! Visit the SkinBase shop and use the code TONERFREE to get yours while stocks last.
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While you’re waiting for your skincare treats to arrive – check out the answers to the most asked Toner questions below.
Where Does Toner Go In My Skincare Routine?
As a general rule, your skincare routine should begin with the thinnest products and get thicker as you go along. Therefore, you should tone your freshly cleansed skin before using other treatments. You can then follow up with serums, treatments, and moisturisers.
Why Is Toner Important For My Face?
If your facial cleanser has a high ph level, it can throw off the balance of your skin. Toning after cleansing restores this balance to prevent irritation and inflammation. Toning also removes any residue or impurities left behind after cleansing. This additional step prepares your face for the rest of your skincare routine so that other products are better absorbed. Toners with additional ingredients can also provide more benefits. For example, the SkinBase Soothing Toner contains Vitamin B5. This ingredient helps the skin remain hydrated by preventing water loss and retaining moisture. Therefore, the skin stays soft and elastic.
Toner vs Micellar Water?
Though they are similar in appearance and have hydrating effects, toner and micellar water have very different purposes. Micellar water is an oil and water combination that helps cleanse makeup and impurities off the skin. The oil droplets draw out the stubborn dirt and grime for a deep clean. On the other hand, toner is not oil-based and actively works to remove impurities, shrink pores, and maintain ph levels and hydration. If you are using both products in your skincare routine, ensure you use micellar water before toner for the best results.
Toner vs Serum?
The difference between toners and serums is another popular question for those new to skincare. Appearance-wise, serums tend to be thicker than the watery toners and are purchased in smaller quantities. Serums treat specific skincare concerns due to the greater concentration of active ingredients. The active ingredients target and treat concerns such as pigmentation, fine lines, and wrinkles. If your skincare aim is to treat or prevent problematic skin, using a serum after toning is a great way to see results. Ensure the products are compatible and the active ingredients included can treat your concerns.
