Toners
Modern toners have moved past the stripping, alcohol-heavy astringents of the past — today they mostly hydrate, soothe, or lightly exfoliate to prep the skin. A good one adds a useful step; a harsh one is best skipped.
The DermFND database contains 160 products within the Toners category. The most common active ingredients observed across these formulations include hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, panthenol, centella asiatica, salicylic acid, ceramides, glycerin, probiotics, prebiotics, licorice root, and green tea. Prices for these products range from $9 to $245, with an average price of $33. Based on the ingredient lists provided, the data shows a consistent presence of these specific components across the category. The average DermFND score for products in this category is 75.8/100. This summary reflects the current distribution of ingredients and pricing found in the database.
DermFND has scored 160 toners on ingredient evidence, value, and safety. They average a 76/100 score (well above the catalog norm), topped by Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion at 90/100.
70 formulas score 80 or higher in our analysis. Coverage skews toward normal and combination skin. The median price here is $22.