Toners are a critical step in any skincare routine, balancing your skin’s pH, removing leftover impurities, and prepping your skin for further treatments. Below is a guide to the top premium face toners currently on the market, featuring standout formulas that cater to a variety of skin types and concerns.
Tatcha The Texture Tonic (150ml)
Tatcha The Texture Tonic is designed to refine and smoothen your skin texture. This alcohol-free tonic contains Japanese Mugwort and Wild Rose to help reduce the appearance of pores and gently exfoliate the skin, leaving it refreshed and radiant. Ideal for: Oily and combination skin, those looking to refine skin texture.
Key Features:
- Infused with Japanese Mugwort and Wild Rose
- Minimises pores and refines skin texture
- Alcohol-free, ensuring gentle exfoliation
Temple Spa Toning Essence Toner
Temple Spa Toning Essence Toner hydrates and refreshes the skin, preparing it for the next steps in your skincare routine. This gentle formula contains Aloe Vera and Cucumber to soothe, with Witch Hazel for tightening pores.
Ideal for: All skin types, hydrating and refreshing the skin.
Key Features:
- Contains Aloe Vera and Cucumber for soothing
- Witch Hazel tightens pores
- Alcohol-free and suitable for sensitive skin
Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner (200ml)
The Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner calms and hydrates sensitive skin with its alcohol-free formula. Infused with Apricot Extract, it helps maintain the skin’s pH balance while providing a refreshing boost.
Ideal for: Sensitive skin, calming and hydrating.
Key Features:
- Infused with Apricot Extract to soothe the skin
- Maintains the skin’s pH balance
- Alcohol-free and non-irritating
La Mer The Treatment Lotion
La Mer The Treatment Lotion offers intense hydration and skin restoration. Powered by La Mer’s signature Miracle Broth, it prepares the skin for optimal moisture absorption while leaving it soft and plump.
Ideal for: Dry and ageing skin, deep hydration and repair.
Key Features:
- Infused with Miracle Broth for deep hydration
- Leaves skin soft and plump
- Preps skin for enhanced moisture absorption
Aesop Parsley Seed Antioxidant Facial Toner (200ml)
Aesop Parsley Seed Antioxidant Facial Toner is formulated with Parsley Seed Extract, Lavender Stem, and Blue Chamomile to balance the skin and provide antioxidant protection. Perfect for urban dwellers, it hydrates and soothes while defending against pollutants.
Ideal for: Those exposed to pollution, skin in need of antioxidant protection.
Key Features:
- Antioxidant protection from Parsley Seed Extract
- Lavender Stem and Blue Chamomile soothe and balance the skin
- Hydrating, alcohol-free formula
Kiehl’s Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner (500ml)
Kiehl’s Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner is a calming, alcohol-free toner designed for normal to oily skin. Infused with Calendula petals, it soothes and balances the skin without stripping its natural moisture.
Ideal for: Normal to oily skin, calming and balancing.
Key Features:
- Infused with soothing Calendula petals
- Alcohol-free, gentle formula
- Balances and hydrates without over-drying
REN Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic (250ml)
REN Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic is a daily exfoliating toner that brightens the complexion. Formulated with Lactic Acid and Willow Bark Extract, it gently removes dead skin cells and boosts radiance.
Ideal for: Dull or uneven skin tone, daily exfoliation.
Key Features:
- Contains Lactic Acid and Willow Bark Extract for gentle exfoliation
- Brightens and improves skin radiance
- Vegan and cruelty-free formula
Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Toner (200ml)
Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Toner is designed to reduce breakouts and tighten pores. It combines natural Salicylic Acid with Grape Polyphenols to purify the skin and control excess sebum.
Ideal for: Acne-prone and oily skin, reducing breakouts.
Key Features:
- Contains natural Salicylic Acid and Grape Polyphenols
- Purifies and tightens pores
- Helps control sebum production