When we were in our early tweens, we were introduced to the concept of toners. Early-on, we discovered that toners were alcohol-heavy astringents that did nothing more than dry out our skin, no matter how oily it was, and even gave us acne — and we quickly became disillusioned. Flash-forward to now, we're just about done with all the toner hate. A select few toners exist that solve the problems of every skin type — regardless of whether you're oily-skinned, or your skin has sensitivity for days. Ahead, we're listing down the best toners for every skin type that we can't get enough of. Take note, and 'add to cart'!
If you have oily skin...

The Lakmé Absolute Pore Fix Toner is the one for you! Forget drying-out, alcohol-based toners; this one contains witch hazel, which will neutralise the free radicals on you face while moisturising it to balance out oil-production, along with astringent lavender that will tighten your pores and take care of all the excessive oil on your face. This alcohol-free gem will refresh your skin while removing impurities and tightening your pores, making it the perfect toner for oily skin.
If you have dry skin...

You still need toner, you know? Opt for the Dermalogica Antioxidant Hydramist, a refreshing toner that hydrates dry and dehydrated skin while encouraging elasticity and firmness in the skin. The white tea present in the toner calms and protects the skin from damage, while the bamboo and pea extract in it stimulates hyaluronic acid production, thus hydrating the skin like no other.
If you have sensitive skin...

You may have been scarred by toners of the past, but believe us when we say — no more! The Simple Kind To Skin Soothing Facial Toner is the best toner for sensitive skin, since it restores the skin's natural pH levels while soothing the skin too. It contains antioxidant-rich, inflammation-reducing chamomile and witch hazel, along with hydrating pro vit B5 and soothing allantoin, making for an ideal match when it comes to sensitive skin.
Written by Nishtha Bhalla on 11th Oct 2021
Nishtha is a freelance writer who loves all things beauty, fashion, culture, and lifestyle. With content covering a variety of topics, she brings a holistic, nuanced perspective to her writing. In her free time, she can be found watching reruns of The Office, reading anything she can get her hands on, and experimenting with astrology.