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

Lee’s a fan of it too, adding that milky toners were a common addition for an adjacent TikTok trend that gained traction this year. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2025

Sisley’s biggest 2025 launch, the Sisleÿum for Men line includes four products—a gel cleanser, a hydrating toner, and two moisturizers—tailored to guys’ skin in ways that feel thoughtful, not merely masculinized. —Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2025

No two glycolic acid products are the same though, and the ingredient itself comes in different forms, from cleansers, to face wash, toners, creams and serums. —Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025

Think moisturizers packed with active ingredients that can replace toners and serums. —Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 24 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

tone entry 2 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for toner

• donor
• kroner
• kronor
• loner
• owner
• stoner
• homeowner
• landowner
• shipowner

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