Get ready to elevate your skincare routine with this DIY facial toner recipe that will leave you with a refreshed and glowing complexion. Making your own facial toner is not only fun and easy, but also much better for your skin compared to buying one from the store. This recipe uses all-natural ingredients that are gentle, yet effective in balancing the pH levels of your skin, reducing inflammation, and improving overall texture. The best part? It will only take a few minutes to whip up this refreshing and nourishing toner from the comfort of your own home. Get ready to pamper your skin and enjoy the benefits of this all-natural, homemade facial toner!
What you need
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Witch hazel
- Contains anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-fungal and antioxidant properties
- Is an effective natural cleanser
Aloe vera gel
- Soothes and hydrates irritated skin
- Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties help to heal damaged skin
- A natural moisturizer
Lavender essential oil
- Has antibacterial, antimicrobial and anti-oxidant properties
- Has cleansing properties
- Fresh, pleasant fragrance
Tea tree essential oil
- Is antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic and antiviral
- Speeds up the healing of wounds
Distilled water
- The best option for the cleanest facial toner possible
- If you don’t have distilled water, you could use filtered water instead
- Doesn’t have any of the icky minerals found in tap water
Glass spray bottle
- Glass is always the preference when working with essential oils
- Dark or UV protected glass helps to retain the effective properties of the essential oils
How to make
- Unscrew the cap on your spray bottle and get ready to add:
- 2 tablespoons of Witch hazel, followed by 1 tablespoon of Aloe Vera gel
- Next, add 10 drops of Lavender essential oil and 6 drops of Tea tree essential oil
- Fill to the top of your spray bottle with Distilled water
- Additionally, you could add dried rose petals
- Add the nozzle back on
- Shake to combine
- All done!
Ways to use
- Shake before each use
- Apply a light spritz to a freshly washed and dried face
- Allow to air dry before applying a moisturizer like this or this
- Enjoy!
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