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The 5 Best K Beauty Toners, according to Korea Most Trusted Beauty Review App

What is K Beauty?

In the simplest terms possible, K Beauty is Korean beauty product that is originate and was made in Korea. K beauty products focus on ingredients and texture when formulating a product. Koreans believe in natural ingredients such as mugwort, yuzu, and heartleaf extract. You will often spot innovative ingredients as the K beauty industry is extremely fast-paced.

Is K Beauty for You?

Everyone can use K beauty products as long as it works on your skin. It goes without saying that each product will have its strength and shortcoming. The best part about K Beauty products is they are ingredients-focused, affordable, and have unlimited choices. Just make sure you understand your skin and pay attention the ingredients of the product.

What is Toner?

Though it has one of the longest histories in the skincare world, many still unclear what is the function of a toner. The main function of a toner is to double cleanse and prep your skin for the following skincare routine. Essences and serums that followed after will penetrate better after toner. You can pour a few drops on a cotton pad or on your palm and gently press it on your skin.

What is Hwahae?

Hwahae is a trusted Korean App that uses customers ratings to rank the products. It is very comprehensive as it includes skincare by category, skin type, skin concern, and brand. Moreover, it also listed the ingredients with EWG (Environmental Working Group) rating. You’ll never have to worry about putting toxic ingredients on your face ever.

Hwahae was launched in 2013 and has continuously gained popularity since then. Beauty companies have been more conscious and built a better understanding of what consumers actually like when choosing a product.

You are able to download the app on Google Play Store or Itunes App Store. Unfortunately, it is only available in Hangul for now.

Keep on reading to see what are the best toners according to Hwahae app.

Hwahae Ranking (2021)

1. Torriden Dive-In Toner (link)

Torriden Dive-In Toner has a lightweight texture and contains powerful moisturizing ingredients. The ingredients of the product speak for themselves. It features 5D Hyaluronic Acid Complex (Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, and Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate) and glycerin to boost skin hydration level. It is formulated without alcohol and fragrance. That being said, this product is gentle enough to use on sensitive skin.

2. Scinic The Simple Calming Toner (link)

Just like its name, Scinic The Simple Calming Toner is formulated with simple and few ingredients. It is mildly acidic which is close to our skin pH level. The star ingredient of the product is Madecassoside. Madecassoside is a potent antioxidant with soothing properties. In addition, it also contains ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin to keep skin hydrated.

3. Beplain Chamomile pH-Balanced Toner (link)

Beplain Chamomile pH-Balance Toner is perfect for those with sensitive skin. It is infused with 80.6% chamomile extract that will dial down inflammation, reduce redness and soothe your skin. You can wet your cotton pad with the toner and leave it on the area with inflammation for 3-5 minutes to calm irritation. The texture is non-sticky and absorbs to your skin in no time.

4. Manyo Factory Bifida Biome Ampoule Toner (link)

Manyo Factory Bifida Biome Ampoule Toner has an essence-like texture but absorbs into your skin easily. It comes in a generous amount and is suitable for all skin types especially dry and sensitive skin. Bifidobacterium lysate, a repairing ingredient that will strengthen and repair your skin barrier.  At the same time, it also has Witch hazel extract and Lactobacillus to soothe your skin.

5. Beplain Greenful Balancing Toner (link)

Another popular toner from Beplain. This greenful balancing toner is perfect for double cleansing and toning your skin. It has a watery and light texture and will not leave any residue after using it. Additionally, It is formulated with 42.6% Mung bean seed extract and PHA to provide gentle exfoliation. Your skin will feel refreshed and smooth. Even though it contains exfoliating ingredients, it is safe for everyday use.

6. THE LAB by blanc doux – Oligo Hyaluronic Acid 5000 Toner (link)

7. SIDMOOL – Well-Being Green Tea Skin

8. Tonymoly Wonder Ceramide Mocchi Toner 500ml (link)

9. Etude House SoonJung pH 5.5 Relief Toner (link)

10. Mediheal Tea Tree Biome Blemish Cica Toner (link)

 

Source:

Byrdie: What Is Madecassoside?

Mindbodygreen: What is K Beauty?

Beplain: Greenful Balancing Toner

Allure: What is Toner?