Facial toner is one of the most misunderstood steps in a skincare routine. Some skip it entirely, unsure of its purpose. Others use it without knowing what it really does. So—what does a facial toner do, and why might it deserve a place in your daily skincare ritual?
Let’s explore what toners are really for, how to use them correctly, and why our Valley Mist 3-in-1 Micellar & Toner range is redefining what a modern toner can be.
What Is Facial Toner?
Facial toner is a water-based liquid applied after cleansing and before moisturising. Traditionally, toners were used to remove leftover makeup or soap residue. However, today’s natural and alcohol-free toners—like those we lovingly make by hand at Valley Mist—do so much more.
What Does a Facial Toner Actually Do?
A good facial toner:
- Balances skin pH: After cleansing, your skin’s natural pH can become disrupted. A toner helps restore it to its slightly acidic state, supporting a healthy skin barrier.
- Hydrates and preps skin: Modern toners like ours can offer a burst of hydration, allowing your serums and moisturisers to go further and last longer.
- Cleanses and refreshes: Toners can help remove any final traces of makeup, dirt and pollutants.
- Soothes and tightens pores: Toners can help calm the skin and refine the appearance of pores.
Valley Mist’s Take on Toner: More Than Just a Skin Prep
Here Valley Mist HQ, we are proudly a British independently-owned natural skincare brand, we’ve taken the concept of facial toner and elevated it.
Our 3-in-1 Alcohol-Free Toners do triple duty:
- Cleanser: Gentle micellar water technology lifts away impurities.
- Makeup remover: Even long-wear makeup melts away, no rinsing needed, simmply wipe away with a reusable facial wipe
- Hydrating toner: Infused with floral waters and pure essential oils to nourish and calm.
Why Choose Valley Mist Toners?
Our toners are more than just functional—they’re thoughtfully formulated to love your skin and the planet. Here’s why they stand out:
- Alcohol-Free: No harsh drying agents. We use Benzyl Alcohol (a gentle preservative) that’s kind to your skin and microbiome.
- Natural & Ethical: Made with essential oils (never synthetic fragrance), Ecocert ingredients and registered with the Vegan Society.
- Award-Winning: Our Neroli Micellar & Toner for Normal – Dry skin has received accolades, including A SILVER for best natural toner in the Golbal Green Beauty Awards, a Bronze Award from The Green Parent Magazine and a Finalist spot at the Free From Skincare Awards.
- Multi-functional: Perfect as a daily cleanser, toner, and gentle makeup remover.
- Available in 4 handy sizes: 200ml for best value, two 100ml options, and a 30ml try-me or travel spray size.
Featured: Neroli Micellar & Toner (Normal – Dry Skin)
Our founder Jo, this is her go to! Neroli Micellar & Toner is perfect for dry or maturing skin. With calming lavender floral waters and nourishing neroli essential oil, it hydrates, cleanses, and tones without stripping your skin. It’s a safe leave-on formula that fits beautifully into your morning and night skincare ritual.
How to Use a Toner
- Normally with other brands you would use after cleanser, apply generous amount to a reusable cotton pad or cloth. With Valley Mist you can skiop the cleanser and simply use the toner as a 3 in 1 product.
- Sweep gently across your face, neck, and décolleté.
- Follow with your favourite oil or moisturier while your skin is still damp for better absorption.
Kind to Skin. Kind to Planet.
As an independent British skincare brand, Valley Mist is committed to eco-conscious beauty.
🌱 Vegan Certified
🌱 Phthalate-Free – only pure essential oils
🌱 Glass Return System for packaging sustainability
🌱 Handmade in the UK with love and integrity
We believe in simple, clean, effective skincare that respects your skin and the environment.
Final Thoughts
So—what does a facial toner do?
It hydrates, balances, soothes, and prepares your skin for everything that follows. But with Valley Mist, it does even more.
🌿 Cleanse. Tone. Refresh. All in one.
Try our 3-in-1 Micellar & Toner range today and elevate your skincare ritual the natural way.
So next time you ask, “What does a facial toner do?”—you’ll know: it does a lot. Especially when it’s made by Valley Mist.
