Yes, hydrosols in toners are very good for your skin. Hydrosols are the product of steam distilled plant material, and they help to hydrate, exfoliate, and tone the skin. They are naturally pH balancing, astringent, and toning. These properties make hydrosols beneficial for all skin types. Our toner incorporates a hydrosol blend of witch hazel and lavender.
Witch hazel helps to regulate the skin’s oil production, and also nourishes, tightens, soothes, and can reduce breakouts. Witch hazel hydrosol is made up of between 5% and 12% of tannins, flavonoids, and catechins. These ingredients have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Witch hazel hydrosol provides a cooling sensation, helps reduce tissue swelling, and can help reduce redness of the skin.
Lavender hydrosols are antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, relaxing, and balancing to sebaceous glands. In our toner, lavender hydrosol helps calm and soothe the skin. It works to balance dry and oily skin types. Our toner’s unique blend of witch hazel and lavender hydrosols makes it the perfect toner for all skin types.