Full of alcohol, astringent and capable of taking every last drop of moisture in your skin with it?
So, the good news is that Korean toners are nothing like that.
In 2023, toners go way beyond just treating acne. Thanks to K-Beauty’s goal of hydrated skin, toners from Korea address a wide range of skin concerns without stripping your skin of much-needed oils.
Unlike western beauty toners, Korean toners come in a variety of textures from watery to more viscous. They also contain different active ingredients like salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, AHAs, BHAs, PHAs, Vitamin C and more.
Who should use a Korean toner?
Everyone!
No matter your skin type, there's a Korean beauty toner that is perfect for you.
Wondering why you should use a toner?
Firstly they help rebalance your skin’s pH levels after cleansing. In addition, they assist to increase absorption of other skincare products you apply next.
So what are the best-selling Korean toners on our site? Let's take a look!
It was the number 1 selling toner in 2022 and a Top 5 Best Seller as well. Why?
Because this deliciously hydrating 2-in-1 essence toner is bursting with juicy goodness your skin will simply drink up.
It contains a blend of hydrators, humectants and antioxidants, starting from the very first ingredient. Rather than plain old water, it's infused with birch sap to plump and nourish skin. It also contains 3 types of hyaluronic acid.
Plus, it nourishes your skin with Birch Sap, Chinaberry plant extract, Ivy Gourd fruit extract, Adenosine, Panthenol and more.
For more on how this toner was made, tune into the Korean Beauty Show podcast:
This cult favourite Korean toner not only removes dead skin but also cares for problem pores. It creates smoother, brighter skin. In addition, active ingredients AHA, BHA and PHA remove impurities from the skin gently. This assists to return the skin to its normal condition.
SOMEBYMI Toner has sold millions of units thanks to its unique formula. It was also voted as one of theBest of K-Beauty Awards winners for 2020- one of the top 3 products in the People's Choice Awards categories.
Round Lab Dokdo Toner helps exfoliate and moisturise skin for healthy, dewy, comfortable skin. This is a triple award-winning toner that exfoliates as it hydrates. It is formulated with deep seawater derived from Ulleung Island, which is located off Korea's coast, close to Dokdo Island.
This toner contains 74 kinds of natural minerals found naturally in the deep seawater from Dokdo Island. This minerals help maintain the optimal oil-water balance in the skin. The formula quickly adheres to the skin and leaves it feeling fresh.
Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner is an intensely hydrating formula designed to deliver nutrition to skin. The formula contains 91.3% milk vecht root, which is full of skin-beneficial betaine and minerals. This gentle, cruelty-free toner is formulated for dry, sensitive skin.
Combining traditional Korean ingredients with modern skincare, Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner provides intense hydration to dry, sensitive skin.
Coming in at fifth place is COSRX's popular AHA BHA Toner. This mild daily acid toner exfoliates, cleanses, and cares for blemishes with organic AHA/BHA molecules. It is designed to rejuvenate the skin. Infused with natural acne-fighting acids, this toner controls excess oil and sebum while nourishing and hydrating skin.
How Should I Use a Toner?
If you have oily or combination skin, use a cotton pad and gently sweep it over your face to pick up any excess oil and impurities.
If you have normal, dry or sensitive skin, use the palm of your hands and gently tap to promote absorption.
For those with very dry skin, you can soak a sheet mask or a few pieces of a cotton pad in your toner, then apply and leave on your skin for 5-10 minutes.
"Toning your skin after cleansing is a must. They help rebalance your skin’s pH levels after cleansing and help to increase absorption of other skincare products you apply next."
