What is a toner?

If you’ve asked the question what is the point of a toner then you are definitely not alone. We also used to think that it was an extra unnecessary step after cleansing that you wouldn’t miss from your skincare routine. We’re pleased to say that this is definitely not the case.

Toners are liquid formulations that are mostly composed of water. So instantly hydrate the top layers of skin- no surprises there! They also contain ingredients aiming to smooth, soothe and even out skin tone. The reason we rave about them and made them part of the Cosmedics Daily Skin care routine  is because we use toners containing alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA’s). Glycolic acid is one type of AHA that gently chemically exfoliates the very top layer of the skin. This removal of dead skin cells makes skin feel smoother and look more even. Smooth and even skin reflects light more making your skin look brighter and healthier looking.

We love this step the most because it means we can exfoliate daily without having to use harsher physical exfoliants like scrubs once or twice a week.