I remember when toners were straight-up astringents, full of alcohol or witch hazel. I do not miss those days. The category has evolved into something I never expected. Many of the hydrating, micro-exfoliating, purifying, and glow-boosting formulas I come across are truly impressive.
I test each one on damp skin and dry skin, morning and night, before actives and instead of them, and in half a dozen other real-life scenarios.
This is where I review all of it: hydrating toners, acid toners, essences, milky toners, and facial mists.
Not sure you need both? Find out whether a milky essence beats a toner.
Want a toner that does real work? Here is the Darphin formula that won me back.
Some would call me an absolute fanatic about the La Mer Soft Cream and Gel Cream formulas (enjoyed during cooler and warmer months respectively), but it was actually a bottle of the Oil Absorbing Lotion that ignited my passion for…
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It seems that lately, more than ever before, we are being constantly reminded about the importance of our skin’s pH level and the role it plays in proper anti-aging routine. When one of my favorite lines, Kat Burki launched the…
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My favorite part of beauty editors’ letters or columns? Hearing about the number of products that land on their desks before they discover the latest and greatest worth sharing. This was the secret inspiration behind starting inhautepursuit.com with a few…
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Providing us with an Australian take on Korean skincare realness, Jurlique launched Activating Water Essence this month. If you don’t currently incorporate the essence step into your routine, think toner on steroids. Known for some of the best plant based…
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Impossible to avoid, the latest Sunday Riley Martian Mattifying Melting Water-Gel Toner and U.F.O. Ultra-Clarifying Face Oil are everyone’s summer favorites. Case in point. If your skin is oily, prone to breakouts, easily congested or shines bright like a diamond–not…
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Since using oil to make your hair look shiny and full but never greasy is actually an art, the gods at Shu Art of Hair offer some of the most elegant formulas to deliver just that. Known for their…
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When Jurlique launched their Nutri-Define range this time last year, it was a turning point in anti-aging for this Australian ecoluxe brand. Hugely successful, these advanced formulas utilized some of the most potent plant extracts to effectively fight and prevent…
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Combining the ancient powers of Japanese Sake with modern day technology, the latest skincare innovations from boscia have this cocktail driven beauty enthusiast particularly excited. Getting my bathroom counter to more closely resemble a bar shelf (#VanityGoals), the brand new…
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