Lately I’ve been trying to be more conscious about the products I use daily and what’s in those products, especially skin care products. Once I researched and learned about the many chemicals found in the face products I use, I quickly became disgusted. I was using these products in hopes they would do something good, when in fact I think they were the actual root of the problem. I slowly started to make changes in my beauty routine, beginning with face soap and toner. Today’s post is all about the toner, because it’s just that amazing and deserves it’s own post. I really love it and have a feeling you will too.
So what’s the one face toner that changed my skin in a good way?
The credit all goes to Thayer’s Rose Petal Witch Hazel.
First of all, it’s alcohol free. Second, it’s all natural. It also has organic aloe vera in it and the combination of the natural ingredients, lack of alcohol, and aloe has my skin looking and feeling the best it’s ever been!
The best way to describe my skin is combination everything- dry and oily. Always very oily. My skin is more dry in the winter months, and year round, even when it’s at it’s oiliest during the peak of summer, there will often be a dry and flaky patch of skin around my chin and nose. I was never sure why that would happen, especially when it was the middle of July and 100 degrees out, but it did. I decided to change up my facial routine to see if I would get positive results, and sure enough I did. Every toner I tried gave me the same problems. My conclusion is that the alcohol along with the other harsh chemicals were the culprit of my dry skin.
My next step is to work on changing my face soap. I have yet to go completely natural with this one as I fear cutting out face wash geared towards blemishes will give me more breakouts, but I’m working on it!
Previously I would use my toner after I washed my face, then I would have to follow it up with a gel moisturizer specifically for oily skin because of the drying effect of the toner. But now? I haven’t touched a moisturizer in month’s since I’ve started using the witch hazel as a toner. I haven’t had any dry patches of skin, so there’s been no need to moisturize.
The aloe vera in the witch hazel gets the job done on its own! And the best part of all? It’s the perfect balance for my oily skin. I no longer have to add extra shine from using moisturizers and I am finally content with my face!
I really think it’s safe to assume this is the go to product for all skin types. I can’t imagine it doing any harm to naturally dry skin and it sure does reduce that greasy feeling we all hate! It’s also super cheap (under $10 for a huge bottle and even cheaper when you consider the fact you’re getting two in one- toner and moisturizer) and it smells amazing!Have you ever tired using witch hazel as a toner?
Brittany Deskins says
I need to try this! I've had bad luck with toners in the past completely drying my skin out. Thanks!
Kim Petersen says
I'm definitely going to have to try this! I use a Witch Hazel toner but it smells awful! But it does balance out my oily skin as well. If this one actually smells good then I'm getting it immediately! Thanks for the info! XO -Kim
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Somer DeLane says
I love a good toner! And I hear anything rose is great for the skin! Thanks for the recommendation:) I'll have to try it out for sure!!
Kimmy (Beauty Isles) says
I don't know if I could ever go without moisturizer. I think its just ingrained in me…plus I'm a little older. But I've heard of this toner before and have always wanted to try it. 🙂
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Helene in Between says
I've never heard of this! but I have to try this out!
Kristen @ See You In A Porridge says
i used to use witch hazel all the time when i was a teenager, i've been meaning to pick it up again! i love that this one has aloe in it.
Alyssa Guttendorf says
I started using an Oil of Olay toner with witch hazel in it an noticed such a difference within a week! I refuse to live without it now… makes such a difference in my skin!
Kari Guastella says
I love Witch Hazel! Its so great for my skin!
Kari
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fatbottomgal says
I have open pores, oily skin and I am 46 years old. Which one would suit my skin best, please? Thank you.