Natural skin toners not only cleanse the face naturally, but also help tone up the skin. Here’s information on some natural skin toners. Read on to learn more.

Natural Skin Toner

Facial toners help to close up skin pores, tone up the skin, and reduce the different signs of aging. Skin toners also help protect the skin from daily pollution, smog, and other environmental pollutants that most of us confront ever day. Skin toners cleanse the skin and invigorate it from within by removing excess oils. In addition to this, skin toners also boost blood circulation, which in turn helps one get tight and radiant skin. If you are already spending a lot of money on skin cleansers, consider using natural products. Just look at your kitchen and you can find natural products that are not only good for your skin, but are also free from harsh chemicals that are used in synthetic skin care products. You can easily make your own natural skin toner at home that will not only save you a lot of money, but will also give you gorgeous looking skin. Here’s presenting information on natural skin toners that you can make at home with ingredients available in your pantry and refridgerator. Read on to learn more about them. 

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Natural Facial Toners 

Raw Apple Cider Vinegar
Take one part of 'apple cider vinegar' and mix with equal amounts of water. Soak a cotton ball in the solution and apply it gently on your face in a circular motion. Allow it to dry and then wash it off with cold water. This natural toner works wonders on skin with blocked pores. You can prepare and store this toner in the refrigerator for later use as well. 

Lemon
The lemon is also a very good natural skin toner. If you have oily skin, mix a little lemon juice with honey and apply the mix to your face to get soft and supple skin. If you are frustrated with your dark spots and blemishes, mix lemon juice to equal amounts of rose water and apply the mix to your skin. Allow it to dry for a few minutes and then rinse it off. Regular applications of this natural skin toner will make your skin radiant and beautiful.

Mint
Mint leaves make wonderful toners. You can make your own mint toner at home by boiling water and mint leaves together. Boil them fo at least 10 minutes and cool the mixture. You can now proceed to strain the extract to get rid of the mint leaves. Now use a cotton ball and apply the toner on your skin. This toner is particularly good for people with dry skin. Fresh vegetables are also rich in nutrients that are not only beneficial for health, but also good for the skin as well.

Cucumber
Cucumber benefits the skin immensely. Cucumber is extensively used in different skin care products because of its cooling effect. To make your own cucumber skin toner at home, grate cucumber and extract the juice from it. Mix the extract with yogurt and refrigerate the mixture. Once chilled, you need to take a cotton ball and apply the mixture to your skin. Rinse your face with cold water after a while for fresh looking skin.

Yarrow Tincture
Tincture made from  ‘yarrow flowers’ and leaves can help control excess oil production because of its natural astringent properties. If you are suffering from pimples and acne, this tincture can be an ideal for you. You can prepare and store this toner in the refrigerator for a few days. 

Black Tea
Did you know that your leftover tea bag can be a great natural skin toner? Yes, you heard it right. All you need to do is take the leftover tea bag and add a small amount of hot water to it. Squeeze the tea bag and gently rub it on your skin and leave it to dry for a few minutes. When you feel your skin is tightening, wash it with cold water for the desired result.


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