Facial toner plays a crucial role in skincare, often underestimated. Traditionally considered harsh, modern toners, especially beneficial for oily or acne-prone skin, now offer versatility, aiding in exfoliation, pH balancing, and introducing lightweight, beneficial ingredients.
To create homemade facial toners, consider these seven DIY recipes catering to various needs:
1. *Basic Toner:* – Ingredients: Witch hazel, lavender or rosewater, distilled water, essential oils.
2. *Vitamin C Toner:* – Ingredients: Orange or lemon peel, witch hazel, boiling water.
3. *Clarifying Apple Cider Vinegar Toner:* – Ingredients: Witch hazel, apple cider vinegar, distilled water, lavender water.
4. *Tomato Juice Toner:* – Ingredients: Tomato juice, distilled water.
5. *Hibiscus Toner:* – Ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, distilled water, witch hazel, hibiscus petals, Aloe Vera, citric acid.
6. *Rose Water Toner:* – Ingredients: Rosewater, glycerin, geranium essential oil.
7. *Green Tea Toner:* – Ingredients: Green tea, argan, jojoba, or avocado oil. Apply these toners twice daily after cleansing, allowing a minute for absorption before applying other skincare products.
Homemade toners offer a natural, cost-effective way to enhance skin health, catering to specific skin types and concerns.