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Toners have come a long way since you last used them as an acne-plagued teenager. "Traditionally, toners were alcohol-based and used for their astringent properties to help clear acne and excess oil, which tended to strip the skin of its natural oils and cause redness, stinging and inflammation," explains Marnie Nussbaum, MD, a dermatologist in New York City. "However, newer formulas are not alcohol-based and essentially look and act like water to wipe away any excess dirt, dead skin cells, or oil, and prep the skin for hydration or whatever active ingredient you are going to infuse next."

Think of toner as the second step in a double cleanse. "It removes any impurities leftover after cleansing and preps the skin to receive the rest of your skincare routine," says Dr. Nussbaum. Because there are so many options to choose from now, however, you have to make sure you're picking the right one for your skin type to get the most benefits. "If your skin is dry or sensitive, use a hydrating and anti-inflammatory toner that uses ingredients like glycerin or calming botanicals," recommends Dr. Nussbaum. "Again, avoid any toner that is alcohol-based as they are usually too harsh for most skin types and may worsen any skin issue you are looking to improve." She also recommends thinking about what you want to target (dullness, acne, hyperpigmentation, etc.) then look for a toner that highlights that on the bottle.

Another reason you should start using toner: It helps your other products work better. "Active ingredients penetrate better on damp, prepped skin because it allows your pores to absorb them easier," says Dr. Nussbaum. She suggests using your toner after cleansing then quickly following it up with your serum before it has time to dry.

Ready to tone? Here are the best toners from the drugstore.

Best Hydrating

Pureté Thermale Soothing Eye Makeup Remover

Vichy amazon.com

This formula contains Vichy's signature mineral water paced with 15 minerals to help strengthen skin. It also has glycerin for added moisture—ideal for skin that's in need of a little extra TLC.

Best Calming

Kind To Skin Soothing Facial Toner

SIMPLE FACE amazon.com

$16.99

This combo of chamomile, witch hazel, and allantoin (a plant-based moisturizer) keeps skin calm, clean, and smooth. There are also no artificial perfumes or irritants so it's safe to use on all skin types.

Best Tried and True

Witch Hazel Facial Toner with Aloe Vera

THAYERS amazon.com

$10.34

Organic witch hazel and organic aloe leaf juice make up this OG toner along with hydrating rose water, glycerin, and grapefruit seed extract to cleanse, tone, moisturize, and keep your skin's pH levels in check.

Best Mist

Rose Gold Rescue Soothing Toner Mist For Sensitive Skin

Colloidal gold (aka super tiny particles of real gold suspended in liquid) help nourish and strengthen your skin's barrier while alpine rose stem cells help to retain moisture. The mist applicator is especially nice when you're on-the-go or without a cotton pad.

Best Gentle Exfoliator

Effaclar Micro-Exfoliating Astringent Facial Toner

La Roche-Posay amazon.com

$23.99

Thanks to lipohydroxy acid (aka salicylic acid's more gentle cousin), this toner is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal without being drying—ideal for acne-prone skin in the winter.

Best for Breakouts

Original Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner

Dickinson's amazon.com

$3.99

Witch hazel, the OG natural toning ingredient, has stood the test of time for good reason: It gives pores a deep clean without stripping all your skin's natural oils. Plus, it has anti-inflammatory properties to help soothe big, painful breakouts.

Best for Redness

Matcha Green Tea And Probiotics Soothing Toner & Hydrating Mist

SheaMoisture amazon.com

$22.99

You probably know about the benefits of drinking green tea (it's packed with antioxidants, it's calming, etc.)—and your skin actually gets those same benefits when green tea is applied topically. The matcha green tea in this spray-on toner calms inflammation and redness for a soothed, more even complexion.

Best for Oily Skin

Charcoal Cleansing Micellar Water

Always reaching for the blotting papers by 3 p.m.? Let me introduce you to charcoal. The ingredient absorbs excess sebum (a.k.a. the oil your skin naturally produces) so it can't mess up your makeup by mid afternoon.

Best for Dull Skin

All Bright Cleansing Toner

Botanics ulta.com

$100.00

Built-up dead skin cells are the quickest way to put a damper on your glow. The plant-based alpha hydroxy acids in this exfoliating toner will keep your skin's surface smooth so it can reflect light—and make you look as radiant.

Best for Congested Skin

Alcohol-Free Toner

Neutrogena amazon.com

$24.00

I love booze in a cocktail, but on your skin, it's a complete moisture-suck. This alcohol-free toner gives your pores a deep clean so they can stay clearer, longer—no dryness in sight.

Best for Inflamed Skin

Sea Mist Refreshing Toner

Captain Blankenship amazon.com

$7.50

Think of this toner as relaxing spa music for your face. A mix of soothing ingredients like aloe, willow bark, chamomile, and cucumber will calm your skin in a few spritzes.

Best for Fine Lines

Retinol Tonic

Pixi by Petra amazon.com

Retinol wears a lot of hats. It increases cell turnover for a smoother surface, boosts collagen production to fade fine lines and wrinkles, and it keeps pores clear. This toner, which contains a time-release version of the power ingredient, makes getting your daily dose of retinol crazy easy.

Best for Sensitive Skin

Rosewater Toner

Burt's Bees amazon.com

$31.97

The rosewater will gently cleanse your face and balance your skin's pH, while the aloe and glycerin hydrate. Plus, it smells amazing.

Best for Blackheads

Tough Love Acne Clearing Toner

C&C by Clean & Clear ulta.com

If you're prone to blackheads, you know the struggle to keep your pores clean. Salicylic acid in this acne-fighting toner will help. It penetrates your skin deeply to dissolve pore-clogging sebum oil and dirt and keep blackheads at bay.

Best for Dry Skin

Hydrating Facial Mist with Aloe Juice

Garnier walmart.com

$6.28

Yes, even ladies with dry skin can benefit from using a toner. This face mist is packed with aloe vera juice, which calms tight, flaky skin but also packs a major hydrating punch.

Maddie Aberman Beauty Editor Maddie Aberman is the beauty editor at Women's Health and has been covering skincare, makeup, hair, and wellness for more than five years.

Chelsea Burns Chelsea Burns is the Beauty Director for Women's Health and has been writing in the beauty and wellness space for over six years with her work appearing in Real Simple, Health, Fitness, and Byrdie.com.

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