DIY Skin Toners According To Your Skin Type

An even skin tone is considered a mark of beauty by many. Conversely, hyperpigmented, dirty-looking skin is often a source of concern to some individuals.

Moreover, the presence of post-inflammatory marks, solar lentigines, and melasma can also contribute to an older look.

You can easily prevent hyperpigmentation and marks by taking proper care of your skin. This involves the use of safe at-home products, including a toner, to help clear your skin and give it an even complexion.

There are multiple benefits to preparing skin toners at home. For instance, the toners are chemical-free and suitable for your skin type.

Here are some common do-it-yourself skin toners according to skin type:

# For normal skin

If you have normal to oily skin, it is best to use skin toners containing cucumber water, rose water, and glycerin or aloe vera gel.

Rose extracts exhibit anti-inflammatory and antioxidants properties against oxidative stress caused by sun exposure.

Cucumber water helps moisturize and soothe the skin, and cucumber extracts possess an anti-inflammatory property and help prevent excessive sebum secretion.

Aloe vera gel has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, sun-protectant, antiaging, antioxidant, skin-repairing, antimicrobial, and moisturizing properties.

Glycerin helps bind moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated.

How to prepare:

- Cut one cucumber into thin slices and boil it in water.
- Cool down the boiled mixture and grind it.
- Strain the mixture and collect the liquid.
- Add freshly extracted aloe vera gel or glycerine to the obtained cucumber juice.
- Mix in rose water, either made by soaking rose petals in water for 24 hours or bought from the store. You can also use a witch hazel-based rose extract.
- Mix the liquids properly and transfer into a spray bottle.
- Store the toner in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- You can also add vitamin E oil or rose oil to this toner.

# For oily skin

For oily skin, it is advised to include apple cider vinegar (ACV), tea tree oil, cucumber water, green tea extract, and witch hazel in your toner.

Tea tree oil has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that are employed in the treatment of various dermatological problems. Moreover, it helps promote skin repair.

Witch hazel contains astringent and antibacterial properties that help relieve inflammation associated with acne and eczema.

Green tea is a rich source of antioxidants, immunomodulators, and chemoprotectants.

ACV is thought to work as an antimicrobial due to its low pH. This ingredient isn’t scientifically proven to help improve skin appearance, but it is supported by substantial anecdotal evidence.

You can try any of the following toners:

Recipe 1

- Steep ¾ cup of green tea in water for 5 minutes and add ¼ cup ACV to it.
- Allow the mixture to cool down and transfer into a spray bottle.
- Store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Recipe 2

- Add 3 tablespoons of aloe vera gel in a clean bottle.
- Mix in 5 tablespoons of witch hazel.
- Add 2–3 drops of tea tree oil.
- Shake the bottle and store the toner in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Recipe 3

- Dilute one part ACV in three parts water/rose water/or cucumber water.
- You can use diluted lemon juice instead of ACV.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

# For dry skin

Generally, toners for dry skin should contain glycerine or aloe vera gel for their humectant and moisturizing properties and rose water for its antioxidant and hydrating nature.

How to prepare:

- Pour 6–7 tablespoons of rose water into a spray bottle.
- Mix in 3–4 tablespoons of aloe vera gel or glycerine.
- You may also add rose oil or vitamin E.
- Store the solution in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

# How to Use Homemade Skin Toners

- Wash your face using a mild cleanser.
- Pat your face dry using a clean, soft cloth.
- Spray the toner on your face and spread it using a cotton pad. You may also soak a cotton pad in the toner and dab it on your face.
- Allow the toner to dry.
- Wash your face if it feels sticky.
- Apply a moisturizer.
- At first, use your homemade toner on alternate days to allow your skin to adjust to the ingredients.
- Later, you can apply the toner twice a day for best results.