A good toner can be the secret weapon in your skin care routine. It helps remove any traces of dirt your cleanser may have left behind, get rid of excess oil, and hydrate and soften your skin. But if you’re not satisfied with any of the tonic options you’ve found in the store, it might be time to make your own. Not only can you save money by mixing your own toner, you can make sure it contains only natural, healthy ingredients that are right for your skin type for a radiant complexion.
Facial tonic recipes at home
Tonic for oily skin
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½ cup (118 ml) fresh lemon juice
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1 cup (237 ml) water
Tonic for dry skin
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¼ cup (59 ml) witch hazel
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1 teaspoon (5 ml) vegetable glycerin
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2 teaspoons (10 g) aloe vera gel
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½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) colloidal silver
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5 drops of lavender essential oil
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3 drops Roman chamomile essential oil
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5 drops sweet orange essential oil
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2 drops carrot seed essential oil
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Filtered water to fill the bottle
Toner for acne prone skin
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1 cup (237 ml) filtered water
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1 cup (237 ml) raw apple cider vinegar
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2-3 drops of tea tree oil
Aqueous tonic for sensitive skin
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3 oz (90 ml) witch hazel
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1 oz (30 ml) rose water
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A pinch of salt
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3 drops of lavender essential oil
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3 drops frankincense essential oil
How to make face toner at home
How to make a toner for oily skin
Mix lemon juice and water. Add 1 cup (237 ml) of water and ½ cup (118 ml) of fresh lemon juice to a glass or plastic bottle. Shake the bottle well to make sure the ingredients are well mixed.
- For best results, use filtered, distilled or bottled water.
- Lemon juice can help remove excess oil, tighten pores, and kill bacteria.
- Be sure to use a bottle that can hold at least 12 ounces for the toner.
Moisten a cotton pad with tonic and apply it on your face. When you’re ready to use the toner, dampen a cotton pad or ball with it. Gently pat it over your face, paying special attention to the areas where you get the most oily sheen.
- Let your skin absorb it before continuing with your skin care routine.
Continue to use sunscreen throughout the day. While lemon juice can help improve the look of oily skin, it also exfoliates slightly, which can make your face more sensitive to the sun. Protect your skin by applying sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 if you applied toner during the day. Check out the best cosmetic facial toners.
How to make a tonic moisturizing toner for dry skin
Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle. In a clean plastic spray bottle, combine ¼ cup (59 ml) witch hazel, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vegetable glycerin, 2 teaspoons (10 g) Aloe jelly, ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) colloidal silver, 5 drops of lavender essential oil, 3 drops of Roman chamomile essential oil, 5 drops of sweet orange essential oil, 2 drops of carrot seed essential oil, and enough filtered water to fill a bottle. Shake the bottle gently to mix all the ingredients.
- Colloidal silver is an additional ingredient, but it helps preserve the toner so it can be used longer and treats skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, and psoriasis.
- Be sure to store the toner in a cool, dark place. You can store it in the refrigerator to make it last longer, but it should be used up to 6 months even at room temperature.
Spray onto clean face. When you’re ready to use the toner, wash your face with your regular facial cleanser. Then, gently apply the toner to your face and wait 2-3 minutes for it to absorb into the skin before moving on to the next step of your skin care routine.
- If you prefer, you can spray the toner onto a cotton pad or square and rub it all over your face.
Apply moisturizer. After your skin has absorbed the toner, it’s important to moisturize your face. Use your regular moisturizer and rub it into your skin to keep your skin smooth and supple.
- It’s normal if your skin is still a little damp from the toner when you apply your moisturizer. This will help lock in moisture.
How to make a tonic tonic for acne prone skin
Combine all ingredients. In a glass or plastic bottle, mix together 1 cup (237 ml) filtered water, 1 cup (237 ml) raw apple cider vinegar, and 3 drops of tea tree oil. Shake the bottle gently to make sure the ingredients are fully combined. Check out the best Korean facial toners.
- Use an airtight container that holds at least 16 ounces of toner.
- The toner recipe calls for 1 part water and 1 part apple cider vinegar, so you can tweak it accordingly to make as much or as much as you want.
Moisten a cotton pad with toner and wipe your face with it. When you’re ready to use the toner, soak a cotton ball, ball, or pad with this mixture. Then, gently rub it all over your face after washing, paying special attention to areas where you usually have pimples. Do not rinse out the toner.
- You can also store toner in a spray bottle.
Use your regular acne products. After you have applied the toner, wait 2-3 minutes for your skin to fully absorb it. Then, apply your usual acne products like benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid to treat your pimples.
How to make a tonic for sensitive skin
Add salt and oil to a glass bottle. Drop a pinch of salt into the bottom of a glass bottle. Then add 3 drops of lavender essential oil and 3 drops of frankincense essential oil. The salt will help disperse the essential oils throughout the toner.
- If you don’t have lavender or frankincense essential oils, you can use 6 drops of your favorite essential oils instead. Just make sure they are not oils that irritate your skin.
Mix with rose water. Together with the salt and essential oils, add 3 oz (90 ml) of witch hazel and 1 oz (30 ml) of rose water to a glass bottle. Shake the bottle gently to mix all the ingredients until they are thoroughly combined.
- Toner does not need to be refrigerated, but can be very refreshing to keep cool during the warmer months.
Test the toner on your skin to see how it reacts. If you have sensitive skin, then you must be careful when applying new products. To make sure the toner will work for your skin, test a small amount on a small area of your skin, such as behind your ear or along your jawline. Wait 24 to 48 hours to see…
