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

Top sellers include its Black Essence lightweight toner (JPY 11,550 for 200ml, or $73), which comes in a chic curved bottle, the Black Lift eye cream (JPY 16,500 for 15ml, or $105), and the Black day cream with SPF50+ (JPY 6,600 for 40ml, or $42). — Kati Chitrakorn, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026

No pouring toner onto a separate cotton round, no guessing how much to apply, and definitely no hovering over the sink waiting to rinse something off. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Oct. 2026

Astringent toners, pore strips, cleansing wipes and sheet masks loaded with actives are the most exposed. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 26 Oct. 2026

For instance, a basic lineup of a toner, this collagen serum, and SPF can still do wonders for your complexion. — Vivien Lee, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2026

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