The line between toners and toners is now so blurred that even cosmetic manufacturers sometimes don’t understand how to name their products. Therefore, most of the time they do this simply intuitively. But we wouldn’t be us if we didn’t try to find the truth. Therefore, below we will talk about the main differences between toner and toner.
Toners and tonics – what’s the difference?
One of the main difficulties in recognizing tonic and toner is translation. After all, both tonic and toner are translated from English the same way – “tonic”. However, one can be distinguished from the other by the following features.
— Toner has a denser and more viscous consistency. And the texture of the tonic is more like water.
— Toner is generally intended for dry and sensitive skin. A tonic, as a rule, is suitable for oily, problematic and combination.
– If you see the English name of the toner, but it is translated into Russian as “tonic”, then trust the first.
– Tonic is often called lotion (lotion). Therefore, if you see this word on the package, you can be sure that it is a tonic.
Other than that, the functions of toner and toner are similar. They were traditionally used after cleaning. It helps to remove traces of make-up, oil and dirt and to restore the pH balance of the skin after cleansing. Often, the basis of the tonic formula was alcohol, which perfectly copes with cleansing, but greatly dries the skin. Modern toners contain almost no alcohol, but still restore the skin’s natural pH balance. However, it can still be found in small amounts in tonics.
The main conclusions that can be drawn are to focus on the original name (in English) and the features of the product.
What will you choose?
When choosing a product, it is best to develop your skin type. For owners of oily and problem skin, cleansing, mattifying and soothing tonics are suitable. And for owners of dry, sensitive and anti-aging tonic.
for dry skin
Dry skin needs moisture. Therefore, choose toners and toners that contain ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, plant extracts, niacinamide, and other vitamins.
For oily and combination
Mattifying, anti-inflammatory, protective – these tonics are ideal for oily and combination skin. They dry the epidermis and normalize the pH balance.
for precision
Soothing and hypoallergenic tonics are suitable for owners of sensitive skin. Usually their formulas contain pro- and prebiotics, which maintain the normal balance of the skin microflora.
for age
As part of anti-aging toners, look for antioxidants (vitamin C, peptides, green tea extract) and moisturizing ingredients – collagen and hyaluronic acid.
Source: People Talk
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