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These toner hacks are actually very useful.

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Tonics are an indispensable element of our skin care. Not only do they help remove dirt, excess oil, and stubborn makeup residue, but they also help balance the skin's natural pH, hydrate and exfoliate the skin. However, the benefits of a multi-purpose product do not end there. It turns out that toner also has some unexpected uses. Ahead, we'll share our favorite toner skincare hacks, from impromptu facial sprays to prepping lips for lipstick, which will likely make toner one of the most used items in your makeup bag. 

Make it a face spray

Take an empty spray bottle and pour your favorite toner with distilled water in a ratio of two to one. Spray your face before bed or place in your beach bag for a light, hydrating and refreshing facial mist. Plus, you won't waste product by pouring too much on a cotton swab. Pro Tip: Keep your toner in the fridge before going to the beach for a cooling effect. We love SkinCeuticals Tonic Conditioner for this.

Wipe your lips  

Chapped lips can be painful and irritating and won't do any good for your lipstick. Exfoliate lips, get rid of flaky dry skin and moisturize it at the same time by swiping a cotton pad with toner over your lips. Be sure to apply a lip balm or lip balm to seal in the hydration. 

Enhance your body radiance 

Apply toner to neck, chest and décolleté for extra radiance. Some toner formulas can help slough off dead skin cells, leaving you with bright, smooth skin ready to absorb subsequent products. For this hack we achieve Kiehl's Milk-Peel Gentle Exfoliating Toner, which contains lipohydroxy acid and almond milk to gently exfoliate and nourish the skin. 

Use it to prep for a spray tan. 

To avoid streaks, apply toner to rough areas such as elbows and knees before applying self-tanner. This will help hydrate, smooth and soften your skin so your tan goes on more evenly. On the other hand, if you end up with the wrong tan and need to even out dark spots, soak a cotton pad with exfoliating toner and gently rub in circular motions until the color starts to fade. 

Soothes shaving bumps and blemishes 

If you have razor burn or inflamed pimples, a moisturizing and soothing toner can help relieve redness and irritation. Fragrance and alcohol free version with aloe vera and witch hazel, like Natural Remedies Unscented Facial Toner, is a safe choice to prevent irritation.

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