: one that tones or is a source of tones: such as
a
: a substance (such as a thermoplastic powder) used especially to develop an image (such as a latent xerographic image) on a piece of paper
b
: a liquid cosmetic for cleansing the skin and contracting the pores
c
: a solution used to impart color to a silver photographic image
Examples of toner in a Sentence
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The versatile ingredient list makes this toner a great option for combination skin.
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Alena Hall, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2024
The quick how-to videos can show the best way to mix and match spring sweaters and jeans or the order in which to apply toner, serums, moisturizers and sunscreen in a morning skin care routine.
—Julie Creswell, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2024
What is the purpose of a hydrating toner or essence?
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2024
The pouch containing the refill toner uses 90% less plastic than the toner bottles.
—Dana Leigh Smith, Glamour, 13 Oct. 2023
Steer clear of strong fragrances, scrubs, toners, and astringents.
—Cindy Kuzma, Health, 16 Mar. 2024
Now toner usually refers to liquid formulations geared toward oily skin that's in need of gentle exfoliation and resurfacing.
—Sarah Y. Wu, Glamour, 8 Mar. 2024
Our toner balances the pH of your skin — it's become a secret weapon for me.
—Brittany Talarico, Peoplemag, 7 Mar. 2024
But, the name that continued to pop up during conversations with my Korean mates (even my male friends who also dabble in creams, toners, and serums at night to fit into the Korean beauty culture), was L'Occitane — and specifically the Immortelle Overnight Reset Serum.
—Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2024
Alena Hall, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2024
The quick how-to videos can show the best way to mix and match spring sweaters and jeans or the order in which to apply toner, serums, moisturizers and sunscreen in a morning skin care routine.
—Julie Creswell, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2024
What is the purpose of a hydrating toner or essence?
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2024
The pouch containing the refill toner uses 90% less plastic than the toner bottles.
—Dana Leigh Smith, Glamour, 13 Oct. 2023
Steer clear of strong fragrances, scrubs, toners, and astringents.
—Cindy Kuzma, Health, 16 Mar. 2024
Now toner usually refers to liquid formulations geared toward oily skin that's in need of gentle exfoliation and resurfacing.
—Sarah Y. Wu, Glamour, 8 Mar. 2024
Our toner balances the pH of your skin — it's become a secret weapon for me.
—Brittany Talarico, Peoplemag, 7 Mar. 2024
But, the name that continued to pop up during conversations with my Korean mates (even my male friends who also dabble in creams, toners, and serums at night to fit into the Korean beauty culture), was L'Occitane — and specifically the Immortelle Overnight Reset Serum.
—Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2024
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“Toner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toner. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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