The difference between toner and lotion, when should I use cotton pads?

The editor believes that many girls who have just started to take care of their skin may not understand clearly. Don’t think that it doesn’t matter if it’s all water. Today, the editor’s literacy post will help you thoroughly distinguish what essence water, softener water, and toner are.

The difference between toner and lotion

Toner is a type of lotion, which includes toner, softener, essence water and so on. The texture of the toner is relatively refreshing, suitable for girls who pursue skin feel. It can be used by both oily and combination skin. Compared with dry skin, the moisturizing power is a bit insufficient. Toner is a general term and does not refer to any specific type of product. It is the first necessary step in our moisturizing and hydrating process.

Characteristics of toner

1. Astringent: shrink the pores opened after cleaning in time.

2. Deep cleansing: toner can further remove dirt in the pores.

3. It can replenish a certain amount of moisture and restore the acid-base value of the skin surface to a certain balance.

4. Regulate the stratum corneum and soften the skin after use.

5. Generally, it is applied by rubbing with a cotton pad or hands.

Characteristics of Toner

1. It is a mild lotion with a pH value close to 7.

2. It has the effect of removing aged cuticles, making the skin softer after use.

3. Add excellent moisturizing ingredients, and the skin will look moisturized and delicate after deep care.

4. Usually used for secondary cleansing of the skin to remove residual dirt.

How to distinguish essence water

1. High nutritional content, between ordinary lotion and essence.

2. Alcohol-free formula, no irritation to the skin.

3. Restore skin's softness and promote absorption of subsequent products.

4. Use before applying essence and cream.