toner

noun

ton·​er ˈtō-nər 

: 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

Recent Examples on the Web

With 77% heartleaf extract harvested in Korea, these toner sheets gently exfoliate the skin to visibly reduce pore size and limit excess oil production. —Iman Balagam, Vogue, 16 July 2024

The microcurrent toner tool goes below the skin's surface to smooth lines, contour, and sculpt with the help of automatically adjusting technology that ensures the amount of microcurrents delivered is suitable for your face. —Annie Blackman, Allure, 15 July 2024

That’s where this hydrating toner from Laneige comes in. —Olivia Cigliano, WWD, 26 June 2024

This toner minimizes pores while gently exfoliating away dead skin and bacteria. —Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2024

Word History

Etymology

tone entry 2 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

toner

noun

ton·​er

ˈtō-nər

: one that tones

a muscle toner

especially : a liquid cosmetic for cleansing the skin and contracting the pores

facial toners