Skincare enthusiasts, rejoice!
If you’ve been searching for that one magical step to elevate your skincare game, look no further—meet the unsung hero of radiant skin: facial toner. This lightweight miracle worker is designed to refresh your skin, restore its natural pH balance, and remove any lingering impurities post-cleansing.
I remember the first time I swapped my store-bought toner for a natural, homemade facial toner—it was a total game-changer! My skin felt calmer and more hydrated, and I couldn’t help but marvel at the natural glow that followed. That’s why creating your own Balance Facial Toner is a brilliant idea—it’s a treat for your skin and a sustainable and cost-effective way to tailor your skincare to your needs.
Benefits of Using a Homemade Facial Toner:
Customizable for Your Skin Type: Unlike store-bought options, homemade facial toners let you pick ingredients tailored to your skin—soothing, hydrating, or tackling oiliness.
Free from Harmful Toxins: Natural ingredients are gentle and free of synthetic chemicals, helping you avoid irritants that can disrupt your skin’s balance or cause long-term harm.
Cost-Effective and Sustainable: Making your toner saves money and reduces waste by reusing containers, making it an environmentally friendly option.
Hydrates and Maintains pH Balance: The Balance Facial Toner deeply hydrates your skin while restoring its optimal pH level, promoting a smoother, healthier complexion.
Enhances Your Natural Glow: With natural, nourishing ingredients, this toner rejuvenates your skin, leaving it radiant and glowing—a confidence boost in every spritz!
What’s in This Homemade Facial Toner?
Witch Hazel
A star ingredient in this toner, Witch Hazel is well-known for easing irritation and calming inflammation. As a natural astringent, it helps tighten pores and reduce excess oil without over-drying. Plus, this toner uses an alcohol-free formula to ensure that it’s gentle and nourishing for your skin.
Distilled Water
Distilled water is the perfect base for this toner as it is free from impurities and harsh minerals that can irritate sensitive skin. Its pure and gentle nature ensures that the active ingredients in the toner remain effective while promoting hydration and balance for a fresh, smooth complexion.
Hydrosol (Optional) 🛒
Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of essential oils in a gentler, safer form with hydrosols! Made through steam distillation, hydrosols retain the essence and benefits of the plant, making them perfect for your toner.
We offer high-quality rose and lavender hydrosols. Rose hydrates and softens skin, while lavender calms and balances. Choose your favorite and upgrade your DIY skincare routine!
Geogard ECT Preservative 🛒
Geogard ECT Preservative is a natural, eco-friendly solution to keep your DIY creations fresh and safe. This broad-spectrum preservative is crafted from naturally derived ingredients, which makes it gentle and effective.
Things to Remember When Using This Recipe
Always dilute an essential oil when using it on the skin. This essential oil recipe is unlikely to cause skin irritation when diluted properly. If the oil has oxidized (been left with the cap off for long periods of time), it is more likely to cause skin irritation. Check out this dilution chart for diluting this essential oil properly.
If you are pregnant, consult your doctor prior to use.
This recipe is safe to use with kids aged 2+.
This essential oil recipe is generally safe to use around cats. For more information on using essential oils with cats, check out this blog post.
This essential oil recipe is generally safe to use around dogs. For more information on using essential oils with dogs, check out this blog post.
We don’t recommend ingesting essential oils unless directed by a doctor certified in aromatherapy. For more information on why we don’t ingest essential oils, check out this blog post.
*Please note: This post is a compilation of suggestions made by those that have extensively used essential oils and has not been verified scientifically with clinical tests nor reviewed by medical experts. It is anecdotal information and should be treated as such. For serious medical concerns, please consult your doctor. The statements given in this blog post have not been verified by the FDA
Balance Facial Toner Recipe
Balance Facial Toner Recipe
Ingredients
- 📦 FROM YOUR BOX
2 tsp Witch Hazel
- 🏠 FROM YOUR HOME
2 tsp distilled water
2 tsp hydrosol (optional) 🛒
5 drops Geogard ECT Preservative 🛒*
1 oz spray bottle 🛒
Funnel 🛒
Directions
- Combine the Witch Hazel, distilled water, and hydrosol in a 1 oz bottle (if not using a hydrosol, replace it with another 2 tsp of distilled water).
- Slowly add Geogard ECT preservative, drop by drop, while swirling the mixture.
- To use, mist onto the skin after cleansing. Follow up with a face cream or serum.
tip from katie
- If you prefer to make this recipe preservative-free, omit step 2 and expect a shelf life of 2-6 weeks. With the preservative, expect a shelf life of ~12 months.
Why Homemade is the Best:
Homemade skincare, like this natural toner, has many benefits for your daily routine. You control the ingredients by making your own products, ensuring they’re free from harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances, and additives. This is especially helpful for sensitive or allergy-prone skin, as you can tailor recipes to your needs.
Homemade products also support sustainability. This toner fits perfectly into a mindful skincare routine, with gentle, natural ingredients that nourish your skin. Creating it yourself adds a rewarding, intentional touch to your self-care routine, making every spritz an act of wellness and eco-consciousness.
Glow Naturally with Homemade Care!
Now that you’ve discovered how simple and rewarding it is to make this natural toner, why not try it? Experience the nourishing benefits of gentle, homemade skincare firsthand. We’d love to see your creations once you’ve crafted your Balance Facial Toner! Share your experience or a photo using the hashtag #IMadeThis for a chance to win a $5 gift card and be featured on Simply Earth’s social media. Your DIY success could inspire others to start their natural skincare journey too!
For even more amazing recipes and tips, download The Ultimate Guide to Natural DIY Skincare Guide. It’s packed with everything you need to take control of your routine and create products that your skin will love. And if you’re ready for a monthly dose of inspiration, subscribe to the Simply Earth Recipe Box for fresh, fun, and natural recipes delivered straight to your door.
A spritz a day keeps dull skin away—give it a try and love the glow!