toner

noun

ton·er | \ˈtō-nər

Definition of toner

: 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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To add moisture back into her skin, Aina loves the Fresh Rose toner. — Harper's Bazaar Staff, Harper's BAZAAR, "Jackie Aina Walks Us Through Her Intense Nighttime Skin Routine," 6 June 2018 While interviewing Korean girl group EXID, three words, in particular, didn't require a translator: toner, serum, and Vaseline. — Devon Abelman, Allure, "Hani of K-Pop Group EXID Reveals Her Simple Routine for Getting Glass Skin," 2 July 2018 Monday & Thursday — brightening: Wang uses seven products in the morning, including a cleanser, toner and serum from the 100% Pure Fermented Rice collection, as well as face oil, eye cream and sunscreen. — Janna Mandell, San Francisco Chronicle, "100% Pure’s natural skin-care empire relies on good chemistry," 8 Feb. 2018 The culty french toner Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 is now being offered as a body treatment: the Lotion P50 Slimming Algae Body Wrap ($240 for an hour). — Crystal Martin, The Cut, "Forget Bridal Boot Camp With These 7 Non-Workouts," 12 Apr. 2018 Or, okay, just don’t be turned off by smelly products, says Hale, who swears by a very divisive toner to get clear skin. — Chloe Metzger, Marie Claire, "Lucy Hale Shares the One Anti-Aging Product That "Completely Changed" Her Skin," 13 June 2018 The liquid is like a toner that should be used after cleansing and before applying serums and moisturizers. — Shannon Barbour, The Cut, "The Toner That Will Make Your Selfies Look So Good," 24 May 2018 Given that Charlie is a natural light brunette, the total process from start to finish (which likely consisted of bleach, toner, and color) can easily add up to hours in the colorist's chair. — Leah Prinzivalli, Teen Vogue, "Charlie Puth Dyes His Hair Platinum Blonde," 25 June 2018 Tomoko also has plenty of high-end beauty products — face-wash, toner, lotions, hair sprays, etc. — Melody Chiu, PEOPLE.com, "We Tried It: The $630 Japanese Massage That Gwyneth Paltrow, Jessica Alba and More Indulge In," 20 June 2018

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