To use toner on your face effectively, follow these steps:
- Cleanse your face first : Start with a gentle cleanser to remove dirt, oil, and makeup
- Apply the toner :
- You can pour toner onto a cotton pad and gently sweep it over your face, starting from the center and moving outwards and upwards, avoiding the eyes and lips
* Alternatively, you can apply toner directly with clean hands by patting it into your skin, which is especially good for dry or sensitive skin as it reduces product waste and helps absorption
* For extra hydration, you can soak cotton pads with toner and apply them as a DIY mask on dry areas for about 10 minutes
- Let the toner absorb : Allow the toner to fully sink into your skin before moving on to the next skincare steps like serums and moisturizers
- Follow with moisturizer and sunscreen : After toner, apply your moisturizer and, if it’s daytime, sunscreen to lock in hydration and protect your skin
Additional tips:
- Use toner twice daily, after cleansing in the morning and at night
- Choose a toner suited to your skin type (hydrating for dry skin, balancing for oily skin, gentle for sensitive skin)
- Some toners can be misted on throughout the day for a refreshing boost
In summary, toner is applied after cleansing and before moisturizing to balance, hydrate, and prep your skin for better absorption of other products. You can apply it with cotton pads or your hands, depending on your skin’s needs and the toner’s formulation
