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"\n\tAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\t\n\nMost people write toner off as an unnecessary step in your skincare regimen, claiming that can actually do more harm than good. Well, it seems like toner is staging a major image makeover since a lot of skincare companies have come out with some pretty impressive formulas that contain high-tech ingredients to really make skin glow. Here, four standouts that range from really freaking expensive to totally affordable:\n\nFor starters, La Prairie Advanced Marine Biology Tonic (shown at left) just looks beautiful with its trip of ocean blue hues. Shake the bottle to mix the three layers, then apply to your face pre-moisturizer.  So why does this potion cost $95? It contains antioxidant rich marine plants that are harvested without in a special way that doesn't damage the sea environment. Also, the bottle is pretty big and you only need to use a little bit of the toner to reap the benefits.When I met with Erica Chung, creator of 3Lab, she told me that I must, must, must use a toner. She explained that 3Lab Perfect Balancing Toner does more than just prep skin for moisturizer; it also adds hydration, protects from environmental factors, and stimulates circulation. Even though it's really expensive ($70), Erica's skin is so gorgeous and flawless that it made me think that this toner might be worth the splurge.Oily, acne-prone skin can benefit from a purifying toner like Clean and Clear Advantage Acne Clearing Astringent, $5.99, which contains pore-unclogging salicylic acid. Swipe it over your T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) or wherever you experience breakouts.If you have dry or normal skin, an alcohol-free product like Sephora Face Soothing Toner is great for removing any makeup or dirt that your cleanser missed. It's also great to refresh skin post-workout. Oh, and did I mention that it only costs $3?What's your stance on toners? Do you use one regularly? "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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