How to Apply Toner

Toner is one of the essential facial cleansing steps that many people forget. We know it is important to wash our faces and moisturize daily, but toning can help with a variety of skin problems like acne, dryness, oiliness, and enlarged pores. Using toner removes blemish-causing dirt, oils and bacteria. And, when applied after cleansing, aids your skin's ability to absorb moisturizer, making your complexion clearer and evenly toned. When picking a toner, choose one that will balance your skin's PH, which relates to your specific skin type.

Things You'll Need

• skin toner of your choice
• cotton balls or cotton pads

Instructions

How to Apply Toner

1. Pour some toner onto you cotton ball or cotton pad. The cotton should be wet, but not dripping. Also make sure you are using 100% cotton because it's best for your skin.

2. Starting with the problems areas of your face, use a gentle upward sweeping motion to apply the toner. Do not rub the toner into your face. You want to be as gentle as you can to your skin.

3. If the cotton ball or cotton pad get too dirty or dry, throw that pad away and use a new one.

4. Let the toner dry before applying your face lotion.