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"  As a product analyst in the Beauty Lab, I get asked all sorts of questions about skin care products and one of the perennials is, &amp;quot;What is a toner?&amp;quot; Many multi-step skincare routines tout the use of a toner, a liquid that&amp;#039;s applied to the face with a cotton ball after cleansing and before moisturizing. But what does a toner do? Do you really need to buy and use one?   Toner is another name for an astringent. Toners can make many claims, such as remove oil, tighten pores, restore the skin&amp;#039;s pH balance, and clean pores deeply. Sounds great, right? Before you grab any ole&amp;#039; toner off the shelf, you should consider your current skin care regimen and skin type, as the strengths and ingredients of these products can vary. It may take a little trial and error to find which kind of toner you like best. Traditionally, these products consisted largely of alcohol (it can provide that tingling, refreshing feeling), but now many companies are making toners with much milder ingredients. The trick to find a product that isn&amp;#039;t too irritating to your skin. If you use a deep cleansing face wash, then you may want to try a mild toner, if any at all. On the other hand, if you use something rich like a cold cream to remove makeup and cleanse, a stronger toner can be perfect for zapping excess oil and refreshing the skin. Those with sensitive skin should only use very mild toners to avoid any unnecessary irritation.  Our advice: As mentioned above, consider your skin type and skin care regimen before selecting a toner. You may need to play around with different kinds to figure out what works best for your skin. If you&amp;#039;d like something mild, try something alcohol free such as Neutrogena&amp;#039;s Alcohol Free Toner, or Kiehl&amp;#039;s Cucumber Herbal Toner. If you&amp;#039;d like something a bit stronger, try Sea Breeze or Olay Refreshing Toner. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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