Toner is an essential step in everyone’s daily skincare routine, but do you really understand the correct way to use toner? Before understanding the correct way to use toner, you must first understand the purpose of toner in the skincare routine. Using toner after cleansing not only helps to further remove dirt and old keratin, but also helps to soften the skin’s surface and enhance the absorption of subsequent skincare products.
When it comes to the use of toner, you may be used to pouring it onto a cotton pad and gently wiping the skin, in order to achieve the effect of “removing dead skin cells”. However, many beauty experts and professional makeup artists suggest using your hands to lightly pat the toner onto the skin to enhance nutrient penetration. Which method is the most correct?
In fact, both methods have their advantages and disadvantages, and there is no one correct method. If using with a cotton pad, hygiene is the biggest advantage, as it prevents the product from being easily contaminated by bacteria or affected by temperature. Secondly, for refreshing toners with a watery texture, pouring it onto a cotton pad is definitely more convenient and easier to handle than using hands. However, the downside is that it can be more wasteful, as using a cotton pad tends to require more product. Additionally, for sensitive skin, rubbing with a cotton pad can definitely irritate the skin and worsen sensitive conditions.
To evaluate the above situation, it is determined to change the previous method of using cotton pads and instead use hands? Wait a moment, using hands actually has its advantages and disadvantages. The temperature of the palm is its biggest advantage, as it can allow the toner to penetrate more easily and enhance its effectiveness. In addition, through contact with the skin, it can provide a better understanding of the skin condition. However, its disadvantages are mainly hygiene issues and the tendency for the toner to seep into the gaps between fingers, making it difficult to apply evenly. Considering all of the above, it is necessary to assess the method of using toner based on your own skin condition.
