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Are Facial Toners Necessary?

by Angela Irish 08 Nov 2019
Are Facial Toners Necessary? - OZNaturals

You’ve heard the mantra repeated countless times – cleanse, tone, moisturize. This routine is considered the golden trifecta of skincare. However, if you’re like so many others, you might be in a rush when it comes time to care, especially when it involves a hurried morning routine. Obviously, cleansing and moisturizing are essential, but toner? Is it really that big of a deal if you just skip this step and save yourself a little time?

The question of whether a toner is an absolutely necessary part of your healthy skincare routine can be a difficult one to answer. Will you survive without out it? Sure, but you’ll be missing out on an easy step that can yield noticeable results. For the majority of people out there, toners provide amazing benefits and can significantly improve the health and appearance of their skin.

Let’s take a closer look at what toners are, and why they’re really a necessary part of your skincare routine.

What Exactly Is a Toner, Anyway?

For better or worse (mostly worse), toners are among the first skincare products many of us become acquainted with in adolescence. Maybe this is why there’s a misconception that all toners are a little antiseptic smelling and formulated to banish the sheen of oily skin.

Toner isn’t just something that’s soaked into a cotton ball and slathered across the face of teens everywhere. Yes, there are toners that are designed to balance oily skin, but the perception that this is the only thing a toner is good for is false. And the truth is that most of these toners probably did more harm than good.

The toners of the past were often drying, with their main purpose being to soak up extra oil and prevent more oil from building up after washing. These could be harsh, and not at all suited for anyone without oily skin. For that matter, they were often too harsh for those that did have oily skin, since their surfaced drying caused oil glands to go into overdrive to counteract the dryness.

Today, toners have come a long way. They are formulated with ingredients that enhance skin health – much the same way that moisturizers, serums, masks, and other facial treatments do.

Can I Skip the Toner in My Skincare Routine?

If you want the best skin possible, probably not. It can feel a little overwhelming when you’re staring at a countertop full of skincare products and just want to go with a simple routine instead.

But toners have a valuable place in your skincare routine, and really shouldn’t be avoided.

A toner that is designed for your skin type paves the way for the rest of your skincare products to be more effective. A high-quality toner like OZNaturals Ocean Mineral Toning Mist will purify your skin, enhance its texture, and prepare the surface to more effectively absorb any moisturizer or serum you put on it. Using a toner on your skin also provides a smoother, healthier “canvas” for cosmetics.

Toners also play an important role in keeping your skin balanced. A toner that’s formulated for your skin type will be pH balancing, which is key for not only keeping your skin healthy but also maximizing the benefits of everything else you put on it.

What’s the Verdict?

If you want your skin to look its best and be its healthiest, then using toner on a regular basis is a must. The thing to remember is to look for a toner that has been formulated with your skin type in mind.

Gentle is also better and is especially important if you have oily or combination skin. I say this because so many toners on the market that have been formulated for oily skin contain harsh ingredients that strip essential oils from the skin. The goal is to remove excess oils and dirt, not to completely strip the oils that protect your skin and keep it healthy. So, steer away from those toners of your youth, even if acne is an issue. There are toners out there that can do the job without putting that type of stress on your skin.

If you have dry skin, you might be thinking that you’re in the clear to avoid the toner step. Your skin type can benefit from a quality toner just as much as any other. Toners can help moisturize dry skin and prepare the skin’s surface to better absorb moisturizing products. They’re also wonderful for lifting off dead skin cells that can make dry skin look dull and lifeless.

Choose Quality for Amazing Looking Skin

The most important thing to remember when it comes to skincare, regardless if we’re talking about toners or any other skincare product, is to look for quality. So many toners and skincare products are packed with ingredients and additives your skin just doesn’t need. Look for toners that are formulated for your skin type and take advantage of gentle and natural skincare ingredients that help your skin look it's absolute best.

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