Using a toner is vital in any skin care routine; toning your skin not only cleanses it, it also helps reduce the size of your pores. Depending on your type of skin, there are different types of toner than best suit your needs. Luckily, there are so many household items that can naturally tone your skin and are all simple to use for all skin types.
Oily Skin
The acidity in a lemon helps extract the extra oil that is secreted from your pores. Mix 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice with either a cup of filtered water or witch hazel and apply to the skin. This tincture is best used at night because the lemon juice will make your skin too sensitive to the sun.
Normal Skin
Apple cider vinegar is a great toner for both oily and normal skin types. It has natural antibiotic properties and can help regulate the pH of your skin. Mix 1 part vinegar and 1 part water and apply directly to the skin.
Dry Skin
Because of their high water content, using cucumber as part of your toner routine with help alleviate the symptoms of dry skin. Leaving cucumber in either water or witch hazel and apply as needed.
