This alcohol-free, softly balanced lotion is the gentlest in Kiehl's extensive line of specialized toners. It offers a moderate astringent effect and is excellent for tired-looking or stressed-out complexions. It is suitable for all skin types, but significantly slanted towards individuals who suffer from dry or easily irritated sensitive skin.

It's fueled by the natural benefits of cucumber extract (Cleopatra is said to have used cucumber juice to keep her skin in shape), which is known for its moisture-binding, moisture-regulating, and softening properties, as well as allantoin, a compound found in the root of the comfrey plant (used in herbal medicine) that soothes and comforts irritated skin.

Price: £19 for 250ml.

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The Ordinary isn't your run-of-the-mill thriller. This Canadian skincare line has acquired its well-deserved cult status because of its adulation from devoted fans, fast ascent to renown, attractive pricing points, and unwavering dedication to honesty and integrity. This potent toner contains 7% glycolic acid, a powerful AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) with efficient exfoliating effects. It's a toner that should be used with caution. It should only be used once a day, ideally in the evening, and should be avoided by people who have sensitive, peeling, or damaged skin.

It contains a combination of amino acids, plant-derived Tasmanian pepperberry, which helps to relieve irritation caused by excessive acid usage, as well as aloe vera and ginseng, both of which have soothing and relaxing properties. It's vegan-friendly, alcohol-free, oil-free, silicone-free, and gluten-free, and it improves skin texture (with continued usage) as well as clarity and brightness right away.

Price: £5.24.

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Kiehl's, the apothecary-styled brand favored by both men and women, is celebrating its 170th anniversary this year. It began as an old-world pharmacy in New York City's East Village (1851), quickly carving a position for itself with its individualized service and "skincare-for-all" concept, which incorporated cutting-edge technology and highly effective products. To commemorate this significant milestone, the brand has released a limited-edition Heritage Collection, which digs deep into its archives to bring back three favorite formulations from the past three decades; historical game-changers reimagined for today's consumer and pioneering revolutionary beauty trends when they first launched.

In the 1960s, the Heritage French Rosewater Toner made its debut, heralding the dawn of the multi-step skincare program. It makes a reappearance, blended with imported rosewater (a natural toner proven to safeguard the skin's pH balance) and responsibly obtained entire Turkish rose petals that have been plucked by hand. The floral essence is soft, suitable for all skin types (even sensitive), and perfumed with a fresh but subtle aroma. It also contains salicylic acid and arginine, a protein-rich amino acid with soothing and relaxing properties.

Price: £40 for 230ml.

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Horace's clean and effective formulas are reasonably priced, and they don't include any harsh or possibly irritating components. The goal of Marc Briant-Terlet and Kim Mazzilli's male-focused grooming company was to break through any unneeded elitism, which is typically associated with beauty products, and build a brand that their friends and family could connect to. The range's distinctive face toner is meant to tighten pores, remove excess sebum, and give the skin a boost of hydration. It is paraben-free and ideal for all skin types, including sensitive skin, as it is made with 99 percent natural components.

To tighten pores, balance the skin, and control oil production, this toner contains organic sage flower water, plant-derived glycerin, natural betaine to relax the face and enhance texture, and a mixture of lactic acid and arginine to prevent additional irritation. The natural tonic calms and softens the skin without drying it out or depriving it of its natural oils, producing stiffness. It is moderate enough to be used daily (morning and/or evening) and has a fragrant herbal smell that is distinctive to the brand. Refrigerate it for an even more energizing sensation.

Price: £11 for 200ml.

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Lab Series, a brand owned by Estée Lauder, touts this satisfyingly inexpensive toner as a "game changer" for men's skin. True, the amazingly light fluid helps moisture to adhere to the skin's surface while simultaneously vigorously washing away dead cells that clog and irritate the higher dermal layer. This is great for all skin types, and a regular application in the evening will help wash away the day's cobwebs. Tones and balances the skin, allowing serums, treatments, and moisturizers to absorb better.

Lab Series thinks that caring for your skin is just as vital as caring for the environment. Daily Rescue Water Lotion comes in a recyclable bottle that has at least 27% post-consumer recycled material.

Price: £30 for 200ml

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Elliot Isaacs, founder of British skin health business Medik8, has reached fame with his results-driven solutions that rely largely on established research. He has a background in physiology, pharmacology, and biochemistry. This oil-regulating tonic was created for more mature skin to decongest clogged pores and visibly diminish their appearance over time. It includes a combination of alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) that function as mild exfoliators, hydrating hyaluronic acid to enhance moisture levels, and alpha-lipoic acid, a strong antioxidant that protects the skin from harsh environmental aggressors while preventing the breakdown of collagen and elastin.

The star of the show, however, is vitamin-rich red clover extract, a natural astringent that actively helps minimize oil production and aid in cellular turnover. The transforming treatment is a sophisticated texture refiner, an anti-ageing ally, and a potent post-cleanse stabiliser that is better suited to oily skin types.

Price: £40 for 100ml

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Aesop's citrus-based, non-drying toner was created to address the issues of excessive sebum production and the resulting side effects, including blemishes, acne, and irritation. Its purifying characteristics enable it to efficiently slough away perspiration, filth, and impurities while also providing active relaxing effects. The solution combines a trio of components – bitter orange, rosemary leaf, and witch hazel – and is cool and refreshing with a slightly tingly astringent aftertaste. It's vegan-friendly, as are all of the formulas from this Melbourne-based natural beauty torchbearer, and mild enough to use up to twice a day. To get the blood flowing, spray straight onto a clean face and neck for greatest effects. It also has an energizing, citrus-fresh scent.

Price: £37 for 200ml.

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Clarins' new Expert collection of ten cleansers and toners is formulated with Alpine herbs collected from the mountains and is suitable for all skin types. The botanical-based French brand's most comprehensive range to date, it has been formulated with 100 percent organic ingredients sourced directly from Clarins' own Alpine farm and open-air laboratory, Le Domaine Clarins (in the French Alps), a protected ten-hectare site with no air or soil pollution at an altitude of 1,400 meters. The three toners in the series aim to cleanse, soften, and tone the skin while fostering a balanced skin microbiome. Each toner features a distinct botanical pair that is geared to different skin types and varies in strength from lightweight to more intense.

The Hydrating Toning Lotion, which is intended for normal to dry skin, contains aloe vera and fig extracts to nourish and profoundly hydrate, as well as the Microbiote Complex, a Clarins invention that helps restore a balanced skin flora and is found in all three of the new toners. This complex, which contains a combination of marine components (saltwater, two types of seaweed, chlorella and laminaria, and polyphonous, a floral extract from the saffron flower), successfully restores the microbiota and leaves skin feeling fresh and unaffected.

Price: £23 for 200ml.

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Harry's, best known for its low-cost, no-nonsense approach to shaving (established by Jeff Raider and Andy Katz-Mayfield in spite of having to pay for pricey and over-designed razors), is now stepping up its game in the male-focused skincare sector. Four brand-new easy-to-use products supporting healthier-looking skin have been added to its pre-existing and relatively restricted offer of a face wash and face lotion, providing a full regimen for the first time. Innovative solutions with efficient components (such wintergreen leaf extract) support optimal hydration and help target blemishes in the new-gen skincare routine.

Harry's Refreshing Face Toner, a highlight in the line, is developed for everyday use and bridges the gap between washing and moisturizing. It employs a botanical astringent-like extract coupled with niacinamide to leave skin feeling tingly clean but without irritation. It's alcohol-free (so it won't dry out your skin) and immediately refreshing. It's an aqueous solution with a light eucalyptus aroma, witch hazel water, menthol, and benzoic acid, and it has a slight tingling and waking effect.

Price: £8 for 247ml.

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In recent months, blemishes have become an even more important skin worry; the use of masks (maskme) and a poor diet have resulted in the condition, which is more typically associated with youth, becoming a major problem among the older age. Caudalie, the French skincare brand driven by Bordeaux grapes, especially the polyphenols found in them, believes it has found the answer with Vinopure, a new four-step skincare routine that delivers efficient natural remedies for blemish-prone skin. The purifying toner in the range has been formulated with 99 percent natural-origin ingredients that visibly improve the appearance of acne-prone skin without ever being too harsh or stripping. It is non-photosensitive, dermatologically approved, and free of any potential irritation from synthetic fragrance. It minimizes flaws and mattifies greasy shine when applied in the morning and evening.

The vegan-friendly solution efficiently filters and tightens pores while being soaked in organic grape water, a prebiotic that improves hydration and leaves skin comforted. Exfoliating salicylic acid, obtained entirely from wintergreen leaf extract, unclogs pores and refines skin texture, while antioxidant-rich Caudalie polyphenols assist to prevent sebum oxidation, which causes congestion and blackheads. A blend of organic essential oils with antibacterial characteristics, such as peppermint, rosemary, and lavender, is also included.

Price: £18 for 200ml

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