Favorite Toners and Essences:

What is a toner and essence?

Toners and essences are very similar in that they have a liquid consistency, and they can be hydrating, or they can be exfoliating as well. I find that often only exfoliants are under that “toner” category.

Why do I need a toner or essence?

You do not need to use a toner or essence, but I definitely recommend a toner or essence to those who want to help with a skin concern they may have.

Toners can contain exfoliating ingredients like I said above, and can aid in cell turnover. This can be good for those who struggle with acne, texture, and discoloration.

Essences can be great for combating dryness, or dullness as well.

Recommendations:

For those who want to exfoliate:

• Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

• Neogen Dermalogy Green Tea Moist PHA Gauze Peeling

For those who want to brighten/correct discoloration/texture/:

• Krave Beauty Kale-Lalu-yAHA Resurfacing AHA exfoliator

• Neogen Dermaology Lemon Bright PHA Gauze Peeling

• I’m From Rice Toner

For those who want to hydrate:

• Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner

• Round Lab Calming Mugwort Toner

• I’m From Mugwort Essence