Toners are used after cleansing your face but before
moisturizing. They are meant to remove the last
bits of cleansing lotion, dirt or debris and to restore the skin’s
pH balance. Additionally, depending on the type
of toner and the ingredients they contain, they can offer
anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
Toners refresh and cool the skin and prepares your face for the
next application of your skin care routine, such as applying your
moisturizer or makeup, if any.
All skin types can benefit from a
toner. However be sure to use the right toner
for your skin type. Furthermore, find a toner
that is free irritants such as acetone, mint, menthol and SD
alcohol, and ethanol and isopropyl
alcohol. Alcohol is very drying to the
skin and harms the soluble collagen below the surface of the
skin. Natural ingredients such as witch hazel,
germanium, honey, lemon, ivy and sage, chamomile, and green tea are
just some of the herbs used in toners. Although witch hazel by
itself can be very drying to the skin, use it with moisturizers
such as vitamin E and honey.
As indicated above, toners are used after cleansing your face but
before moisturizing. To apply, add a generous
amount to a cotton ball and stroke over your face and neck
liberally. Your toner should feel soothing and
refreshing to the skin. I personally leave my
toner in the fridge so it is really refreshes the skin and the cool
liquid will close the pores before applying any moisturizer or
makeup.
Below is a simple recipe to make your own toner.
Keep it refrigerated and your skin will love the soothing and
refreshing treat.
Anti-aging Toner
1/2 cup pure spring water or
distilled water
2 teaspoons green tea leaves (or 1
green tea bag) – not decaffeinated
Bring water to a boil. Place the tea leaves or tea bag
in a glass or bowl. Pour the boiling water over the leaves or bag
and steep for 2 to 3 minutes. Strain the green tea into a bottle,
and let it cool. Apply to skin with cotton balls. Do not rinse.
Apply moisturizer.
It is not a mystery green tea is so popular in the cosmetic
industry. Loaded with Vitamin E and C, the antioxidant agents slow
the signs of aging externally.
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