Many of the fair sex consider facial tonic optional for daily use with a cosmetic product. The reason for this is lack of awareness. The thing is that skin cleansing violates the level of acidity (even when using the most gentle means) and introduces a discord in the rhythm of the epidermis. The main function of the tonic is to bring the pH level back to normal, which has a beneficial effect on the general condition and protective functions of the skin. In addition, it removes the remnants of makeup and cleansers , tightens pores, mattifies and moisturizes, stimulates blood circulation and performs many other functions. Therefore, the daily use of facial tonic twice (morning and evening) is highly desirable.
The selection of funds for the face is a purely individual matter, and you need to be guided only by your needs and requirements. In addition to moisturizing and tonic components, tonics include various additives: anti-aging, matting, cleansing, exfoliating, stimulating collagen production, softening, etc. When choosing a toner for your face, carefully read the label and select it for your skin.
Tonics for sensitive and dry skin
The main task for dry skin is to moisturize and relieve irritation and peeling. This is best done by lipids found in natural oils. Therefore, cosmetics for dry skin should contain olive, peach, apricot, grape seed oil , shea or cocoa. The presence of one (or better several) of these components will provide nutrition and hydration. Ceramin, triglycerides, cholesterol (these are also lipids), vitamins E and B5 may also be contained.
Tonics for normal skin
The task of cosmetics for normal skin is to prevent overdrying. Therefore, along with cleansing and tonic substances, toners for the face of this series contain moisturizing ingredients. It may also include alcohol (about 5% of the total volume), but the main components are extracts of plants and fruits, vitamins. Sometimes, exfoliating components are added to the composition, which make the skin smoother, removing keratinized (dead) particles.
Tonics for problem skin
Their main task is to thoroughly cleanse and disinfect, prevent clogging of pores and the formation of inflammation. To do this, the composition contains alcohol (from 30 to 50%), essential oils with a disinfecting effect and extracts of various herbs.
For purification include surfactants (surfactants), alpha-hydroxy and beta-hydroxy acids. More often than others, tonics for oily skin contain lactic, citric, malic, salicylic, glycolic acid. Choosing such a tonic, the main thing is not to overdo it or dry the skin. Therefore, give preference to those means in which the alcohol content is low.
Tonics for combination and oily skin
Cosmetics in this series are designed to remove oily sheen, narrow pores and prevent the formation of acne and inflammation. To do this, they contain alcohol (from 5 to 30%) and matting substances, as well as extracts of medicinal plants, fruit acids. The disadvantage of these funds is the short-term effect of eliminating gloss: from 2 to 4 hours, after which it is necessary to wipe the skin again with a tonic.
For fans of natural cosmetics on the Internet there are a large number of recipes according to which you can prepare a facial tonic at home. The choice of method should also be based on the needs of your skin. Before cooking, be sure to ensure that you do not have an allergic reaction to all components.
Based on this information, it will be easier for you to choose the right tonic for your face. Reviews of those who daily use this cosmetic product, as well as the opinions of most cosmetologists speak in favor of its daily use. But it is up to you to decide whether you will use the tonic.