Choosing the right toner depends entirely on whether you're targeting your skin or your hair. Let's break down both:
Choosing the Right Facial Toner
The best facial toner for you hinges on your skin type:
Skin Type and Toner Selection
- Dry or Normal Skin: Opt for a nourishing toner. These toners often contain hydrating ingredients to replenish moisture. [Use A Nourishing Toner For Dry or Normal Skin]
- Oily or Acne-Prone Skin: An exfoliating toner is ideal. These help remove excess oil and unclog pores. [Use An Exfoliating Toner For Oily or Acne-prone skin]
- Sensitive Skin: If you have sensitive skin or experience redness, choose a toner specifically formulated for sensitive skin. [If you have sensitive skin or suffer from redness]
- All Skin Types (Important Note): Avoid toners containing alcohol, as these can be drying and irritating. [Avoid Alcohol-Based Facial Toners]
Finding the Right Product
When selecting a facial toner, consider reading reviews and checking the ingredient list. Look for ingredients that address your specific skin concerns, such as hydration, oil control, or soothing properties.
Choosing the Right Hair Toner
Hair toners are used to adjust the shade of bleached or highlighted hair. The process involves neutralizing unwanted undertones (like yellow or orange) or enhancing existing color.
Understanding Color Theory
The key to choosing the right hair toner lies in understanding the color wheel. Opposite colors neutralize each other. For example:
- Yellow/Brassiness: To neutralize yellow or brassy tones, use violet or purple-toned toners. [Violet, blue and green (ash) neutralize, or cancel out yellow and yellow-orange.]
- Orange: To counteract orange tones, use blue-based toners.
- Cool Tones: To achieve ashy or platinum blonde, use cool-toned toners. [Toners are sweet angels in bottles that help neutralize yellow or orange-tinted bleached hair and change the color to ashy or platinum.]
Choosing the Right Shade
The desired end color guides your toner selection. Decide on your target shade and pick a toner that will neutralize unwanted pigments to reach that goal. [Decide what you want your end color to be, and choose a toner that will work to neutralize unwanted pigments to get the cool, natural-looking blonde you want.] If uncertain, consulting a professional hair stylist is advisable. [If you are not sure which toner to use or how to get the results you want, talk to a professional.]
