Many people overlook toners in their skincare routines, yet they play a vital role in maintaining healthy skin. This article will guide you on how to use face toner and skin toner, their relationship with moisturizers, the frequency of use, and the benefits they offer.

What Does Toner Do?

Toners are lightweight liquids designed to enhance your skincare routine by providing several benefits:

1. Balancing pH Levels: After cleansing, your skin's pH can become unbalanced. Toners help ensure balance, preparing your skin for the next steps in your routine.
2. Removing Residue: A toner can help eliminate any leftover makeup, dirt, or cleanser that may remain on your skin after washing.
3. Pore Minimization: Some toners help to tighten pores, giving your skin a smoother appearance.
4. Preparing for Other Products: Toners can help enhance the absorption of serums and moisturizers by prepping the skin for products to be applied afterward.

How to Use Face Toner

Using a face toner is straightforward. Here's a step-by-step guide to using a toner every day, building up to two times a day:

1. Cleanse Your Face: Start with a cleanser like Olay Melts to remove makeup, dirt, and oil.
2. Apply the Toner: You can apply toner like Olay Gentle Exfoliating Toner or Olay Cleanse Toner in two primary ways:
   • Cotton Pad Method: Soak a cotton pad with toner and swipe it across your face, avoiding the eye area. This method effectively removes any residual impurities.
   • Patting Method: Alternatively, pour a few drops of toner into your hands and gently pat it onto your skin.
3. Allow to Dry: Let the toner absorb into your skin briefly before moving on to the next step of treatment like Olay Super Serum or a facial moisturizer like Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream.

Using toner in your skincare routine can enhance your skin's health and appearance. Understanding how to use toner effectively and when to apply it will allow you to enjoy a more balanced and rejuvenated complexion. Always choose products that cater to your skin type for the best results. Get your own skin analysis for personalized recommendations using the Olay Skin Advisor.