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Step 3 in our Skincare Routine is applying a toner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Toning is a misunderstood step in the skincare routine<\/a> and is the most left out step in most beauty regimens. The first thing that comes to mind for many when someone mentions a toner might be tight, stinging or drying liquid that you\u2019re not sure if you should or should not use. Plus, what is it really supposed to do for your skin?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 5 reasons you might want to use a toner:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
  1. Toners remove the impurities left on your skin from tap water such as chlorine and chemicals. Just like the white residue left on your shower door, water is leaving a residue on your skin; a toner will clean this off.<\/li>
  2. Moist skin is more permeable than dry skin, so using a toner before applying moisturizer means that the active ingredients in your moisturizer will work better by penetrating deeper into your skin.<\/li>
  3. Instant hydration for your skin, hydrated skin is healthier and looks better than dull dry skin.<\/li>
  4. Toners help make your skin resistant to environmental damage by providing nutrients and hydration.<\/li>
  5. Last, toners improve the pH balance of your skin, here's how:<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The Science: What Does Toner Do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    We\u2019re going to have a little science class here so just bear with me on this part. We all know that the pH scale is measured from 0-14. Your skin\u2019s pH balance is (or should be) 5.5, slightly acidic. This makes up our skin\u2019s acid mantle which protects it from environmental aggravants, bacteria and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Most facial cleansers, soaps, and shampoos are alkaline so that they effectively remove dirt, sweat, and oil. This leaves the skin more alkaline causing it go into overdrive trying to produce more oil to make up for the loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Here you would add a toner, which will be slightly acidic, to restore that balance. When your skin\u2019s pH is balanced, your products absorb better, and your skin will naturally be able to better fight off outside toxins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Using a toner at night not only helps with pH balance but will make sure you have thoroughly removed the days grime. So if double cleansing<\/a> isn\u2019t your thing, toning is essential<\/em><\/strong>. Especially so if you wear makeup every day, which is the last thing you want sitting in your pores all night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Choosing a toner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    There are a wide variety of toners out there. While the basic concept of a facial toner is usually the same across the board, different skin types need different toners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you have dry or sensitive skin, toners will have calming ingredients such as camellia and lavender extracts. Oily skin toners you will find things like tea tree oil to help control bacteria that contribute to acne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The variety out there is wide, and it can be overwhelming to pick \u201cthe one\u201d toner that\u2019s just right for you. I choose to stay away from toners that use alcohol bases, as they tend to be very drying even for oily skin type people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    I think it\u2019s safe to say this is an essential step in your skincare regimen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Where to Shop for Toners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n