And why you really need it...
A good toner is an essential step in your beauty regime, as they help to rebalance your skin after cleansing and tackle any issues your skin may have, leaving it looking polished and glowing. But finding the best toner for your skin type can be a little tricky when you look at how many are on the market, and you may have no idea where to start.
Well, we've decided to fix that problem for you. Below we've broken down what you should be looking for in a toner depending on your skin type, as well as some of our favourite toners that tackle various skin issues.
Scroll through our round up to find the best one for your skin type today, and if you're looking for more personalised skincare recommendations you'll love our sister site, Powder. You can start by finding your perfect cleanser here.
Oily skin
If you suffer with oily skin, you want a toner that absorbs any excess and rebalances your skin. Look for a toner that gently exfoliates, as this will get rid of dead surface skin cells and help you achieve clearer skin.
Try: Clinique Clarifying Lotion 2, £26.50, fabled.com
Dry skin
If dry skin is your biggest beauty bug bear, then you need a toner that'll deeply rehydrate and refresh your skin and prepare it for absorption of moisturiser, so that you get the most out of it.
Try: Murad Hydrating Toner, £25, fabled.com
Combination skin
If you have combination skin, then you want a toner that covers all bases after cleansing: Hydrating skin while also removing excess oil and rebalancing skin.
Try: Aveda Botanical Kinetics Toning Mist, £16, fabled.com
Ageing skin
If your main concern is the appearance of ageing, then you want a toner that will deeply moisturise as well as rebalancing your skin. Look for moisturising ingredients such as almond oil or honey as your first port of call.
Try: Lancôme Tonique Confort, £20.70, fabled.com
Sensitive skin
Sensitive skinned girls will need to be fairly careful about what they put on their skin, so you'll need to seek out the most gentle toner you can find. Look for something that's alcohol free with natural ingredients and you're well on your way.
Try: Living Nature Sensitive Hydrating Toner, £21, fabled.com
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