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The choice of a cosmetic product directly depends on the type of skin (dry, oily or combination). For example, some have salicylic acid – it is needed to combat black dots in problem areas. Or “hyaluron” – it replenishes the hydrolipidic balance, it is important in the fight against age-related changes. Read our ranking of the top 10 cleansing tonics: it contains a detailed analysis of the composition and recommendations for skin type.
Top 10 rating according to KP
1. EO Laboratorie
Our rating opens with an inexpensive tonic for problematic and oily skin from EO Laboratorie. What is useful in it? 95% of the composition is natural ingredients, thanks to lavender oil, sea water, deep cleansing occurs. The work of the sebaceous glands is regulated, the skin dries out a little and no longer shines so brightly in the sun. After regular use, according to user reviews, oily sheen is greatly reduced. The only negative is the sticky feeling – perhaps due to lavender oil. However, if applied under masks, or then used with serum and creams, this is not felt.
Most of the extracts that make up the base are obtained by distillation – a weak “water”, but in the aggregate it gives a good effect. Like all organic cosmetics, this product should be stored in the refrigerator and used no more than 2 months after opening (short shelf life). For ease of use, you can pour into a bottle with a dispenser.
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2. Vitex Fresh
This tonic from the Belarusian company Vitex is recommended for any skin type. Due to the active ingredient – hyaluronic acid – hydration occurs, which is so necessary for all of us. Someone is waiting for a deeper cleansing and narrowing of the pores, but for this, the composition must contain stronger acids: salicylic or glycolic. This product is more for daily care and removal of impurities than for serious “work” with inflammation. According to user reviews, it is easy to apply to the skin. You don’t need to wash it off, the manufacturer assures – why not a must-have after walking around the city or bright evening makeup, if they happen often?
The product is sold in a bottle with a convenient dispenser cap. One click – and the product is open, you can moisten a cotton pad. There is a slight perfume fragrance – if you are a fan of more neutral smells, it is better to pay attention to something else.
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3. Black pearl
We are familiar with Black Pearl cosmetics, mainly for age-related care – but the company also offers tonics suitable for any age. The product is designed for combination and normal skin; the active ingredient is hyaluronic acid with the addition of vitamin E, urea, collagen. Don’t expect deep cleansing and fighting blackheads – it’s more of a daily care for morning and evening. Thanks to castor oil and Aloe Vera extract, the skin is saturated with nutrients and the hydrolipidic barrier is maintained. Of course, there are enough parabens with sulfates – but they can be found after the main organic extracts, this pleases (the lower the line in the composition, the lower the percentage).
The product is packed in a convenient container, easy to squeeze onto a cotton pad. According to buyers, the consistency is liquid with a blue tint (if you are a fan of natural cosmetics, put this product aside right away). There is a slight perfume smell. A slight oily sheen is possible immediately after application, but after a while it disappears.
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4. GARNIER Pure Skin
A popular product from Garnier did not go unnoticed. What is good about this tonic? It is designed directly to remove impurities, the effects of acne, oily sheen. Thanks to salicylic acid in the composition, it does its job well without overdrying the skin. Of course, for normal and dry, such a remedy will be strong – therefore, we strongly recommend choosing a greasy, “problem” type. Before buying, you should consult a beautician – despite the popularity of this brand, it may not be trite for your individual case.
This toner can be used to remove make-up. The product is in a convenient bottle, it is easy to squeeze the desired amount onto a cotton pad. As with the entire Garnier cosmetic line, there is a specific smell. Many users warn – be careful when applying! The composition contains alcohol, if there are wounds on the skin, the sensations are painful.
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5. Joyskin
This tonic is a real find in hot summer weather! Daily care has not been canceled, but the skin under the sun needs a gentle approach, hydration and nutrition. Panthenol and allantoin in the composition cope with this. They improve the natural barrier, soothe the skin after the sun. Tea tree oil gently dries out pimples, and Aloe Vera extract maintains hydrobalance.
The manufacturer directly talks about applying a tonic – avoid mucous membranes, lip lines. This product is not suitable for removing make-up, only for care! Otherwise, unpleasant sensations (burning) are possible, because the composition contains magnesium and zinc. Many users note a pleasant smell; unanimously agree that the product is optimal in the hot season. Compact packaging in the form of a bottle does not take up much space, you can take it with you to the beach or on the road. Due to the hydrophilic complex in the composition, the product easily wets the disc. 1-2 drops are enough for wiping, economical consumption.
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6. MIXIT
It is not for nothing that Mixit tonic is called soothing: it contains allantoin, which has a wound healing property. Take care of the skin and Aloe Vera gel, grape seed oil and apple seeds. Despite the many herbal ingredients, the product cannot be called 100% natural – allantoin is obtained chemically. However, it is safe for the skin; in the past, even Italian cosmetology could not do without it.
The manufacturer recommends the product for all skin types. However, there are no acids in the composition – which means that the tonic is not suitable specifically for the fight against black dots. It is good for daily washing, great for the hot season (Aloe cools). The tool in a compact bottle fits easily into a travel bag, you can take it on vacation. There is a slight perfume smell.
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7. Natura Siberica
The Natura Siberica brand has always positioned itself as natural; tonic hydrolate for oily skin is no exception. The first lines in the composition are reserved for water, glycerin, zinc ions (for the treatment of inflammation). Further in descending order are hydrosols of sage, spruce, juniper, lemon. Not without alcohol – if there is an allergic reaction, it is better to look after something else. The rest of the composition is harmless, the hydrolate has a light texture. There is a persistent herbal aroma, you need to be prepared for this.
The manufacturer offers a product in the form of a spray. It is very convenient to apply on a disc, you can even spray it on the skin of the face and neck (relevant in the hot season). Does not require rinsing. The packaging is compact and fits easily in your purse. The reviews on the Internet are mostly positive, although some complain about the price: the daily care tonic could have been cheaper.
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8. Christina Wish Purifying
Christina Cleansing Toner is 100% natural and suitable for all skin types. The main active ingredients are fruit acids (enzymes), vitamin B3, urea and glycerin. Together, they remove impurities, help pores narrow, and restore hydrobalance. Thanks to the “light” composition, the product will appeal to allergy sufferers. It will also gently affect the skin after procedures: tanning, acid peeling, etc. It is possible that other substances (zinc, salicylic acid) will be needed to treat severe inflammation; This tonic is intended for daily care. It does not require rinsing, the liquid texture fits well on a cotton pad, there is no sticky feeling.
The manufacturer offers the tool in a compact jar with a dispenser button – or a spray, if you are used to using it. Bloggers note that this is more of a toner, not a tonic (it is aimed specifically at moisturizing). Does not dry the skin around the eyes, the volume is enough for a long time.
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9. SKINDOM
Our review would be incomplete without Korean cosmetics, after all, this care is popular now. We bring to your attention a cleansing tonic for the face from Skindom. It is designed to treat inflammation (allantoin in the composition), as well as care for problem areas (chamomile dries acne). In addition to them, Aloe Vera, witch hazel, white willow bark are noticed in the composition. These natural ingredients are useful at any time of the day; in the hot season they bring coolness and calmness. It is not recommended to apply only to the mucous membranes and the lip line – allantoin can tingle.
Tonic does not need to be washed off again, applied before makeup or at night. According to experts, the tool should be called a toner for a long-lasting moisturizing effect. But not everything is so smooth: because of the 100% organic composition, it is not stored for long, so it’s not worth saving on use. The product is in a convenient bottle with a dispenser – or a 1000 ml bottle, if we are talking about buying a beauty salon (very convenient).
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10. Dermafirm
A very expensive, but useful Dermafirm facial tonic combines several important components at once: salicylic and hyaluronic acids, xanthan gum, and allantoin. What does this mean in practice? The first component actively fights inflammation, drying them out. The second is necessary to restore the hydrolipid balance. Xanthan gum removes blackheads and prevents their appearance. Allantoin also helps to retain moisture in the skin, normalizes the sebaceous glands. All together actively interacts with any type of skin, although it is still recommended for oily. Please do not wash off cosmetics and do not apply to mucous membranes! Allantoin causes a burning sensation, an allergic reaction may occur. In addition, there is alcohol in the composition – it dries the delicate skin of the eyelids. Otherwise, this product is wonderful; tea tree oil smells great, does not leave a sticky feeling, gives the skin a soft glow.
The product is packaged in an impressive bottle, does not require rinsing. In Korea, it refers more to toners – i.e. moisturizing and daily care procedures, rather than cleansing. Due to the large volume (200 ml), it lasts for a long time.
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How to choose a cleansing facial toner
Many people confuse toners and tonics, although these are fundamentally different products. The first are aimed at moisturizing and have little to do with cleansing; in Korea, it is the centerpiece of daily skin care. Tonics, on the contrary, “open” the morning and evening ritual. By applying the product on a cotton pad, we wash off everyday dirt, dust and accumulated fat from the surface of the skin.
What should not be in a good tonic? Firstly, alcohol – despite the assurances of world manufacturers about the harmlessness of the substance, it seriously dries the skin and disrupts the natural lipid balance. Even if you have a fat type and it seems that you would need a “serious remedy” – do not be deceived. Skin prone to rashes, greasy shine indicates a violation of the secretion of the sebaceous glands, this should be treated by a cosmetologist. You need to choose a mild product that cleanses the pores well and does not harm the epidermis.
Secondly, the composition should not contain aggressive surfactants. Since we’re talking about cleansing, they might be there. In fact, surfactants combine water and detergents into a single whole; there is no sediment in the bottle, and the product lathers well on the skin. However, this again damages the lipid balance; the way out is to select a tonic without sulfates and parabens in the composition. It is good if coconut or palm oil is indicated on the label. A herbal product always has an advantage.
What should be in the composition, what treasured words to look for?
Expert Tips
We asked about facial tonics cosmetologist Kristina Tulaeva. It turns out that our skin is so “smart” that it adapts to the season! And you need to help her with care, if necessary, even change the facial tonic.
Is it true that facial cleansing tonic should be selected according to skin type?
Should facial cleansing tonics be different in summer and winter?
What recommendations can you give readers of Healthy Food Near Me on choosing facial cleansers?
foams, mousses;
gels;
milk
Follow the sensations; there was a feeling of tightening – it means that the product needs to be changed, it does not suit your skin.
Products for deeper cleansing, which are used every 7-10 days:
scrubs (due to mechanical cleaning with solid particles);
masks (for example, clay);
enzyme peels;
peelings with fruit acids.
My main commandment: “Everything is good in moderation.” After deep cleansing, serums and nourishing masks penetrate deeper, which increases their effectiveness. But there is a second side of the coin – the protective barrier is broken; if you carry out deep cleansing often, he will not have time to recover. My advice is to “listen” to your skin. If she is comfortable doing scrubs and peels once every 7 days, great! If discomfort occurs, increase the intervals between applications up to a month. Beauty does not require sacrifice, it requires the right approach.