Alcohol and Fragrance Free Toner: 7 Benefits

Are you looking for natural facial care without irritants, because
you have sensitive skin? A tonic/toner without alcohol, perfume or
other synthetic substances works just as well (and better) for every skin type. We explain why. What are the benefits of a natural toner and what can it do for your skin?

By the way: a subtle coloring for your hair is also called a toner, but we
are specifically talking about a toner for the face.

• Why a toner without alcohol and perfume?
• What is an alcohol-free toner?
• 7 Benefits of a Natural Toner Without Alcohol and Fragrance
• Tips for choosing a toner without harmful substances
• The best natural toners without alcohol and perfume

Why a toner without alcohol and perfume?

Alcohol in facial care products can irritate and dry the skin, especially
sensitive skin types. It dissolves your skin's natural protective layer, which can cause irritation or inflammation. This can cause alcohol
also skin problems, such as acne or clown eczema (rash around mouth) worsen or
even cause.

But if alcohol is bad for your skin, what is it doing in a product that is supposed to improve it? Good question! The answer is especially helpful for the
manufacturers, because:

1. Alcohol is a very good degreaser, which immediately gives your skin a clean 'feeling'.
2. The addition of alcohol makes the product last longer. 
3. Alcohol ensures that the product is absorbed into the skin faster.

According to research more than half of the people have sensitive and dry skin. Because most people have sensitive, dry or combined skin have, is it
risk of worsening skin problems greater when using alcohol-containing products. Too bad, because it is not necessary. Even without alcohol you can lose excess fat
remove without damaging your skin. A quality alcohol-free toner helps
when restoring skin balance, hydrates and protects the skin.

Discover all the benefits of a perfume- and alcohol-free toner in your skincare routine steps. We'll tell you one thing right away: regardless of your skin type, you'll never want to use anything else again.

What is an alcohol-free toner?

A toner without alcohol is also called a tonic or cleanser. Like a moisturizing spray for the face based on a simple principle: NMF (Natural Moisturizing Factor). This is a group of compounds that absorb moisture from inside and outside for perfect hydration of the skin.

Good alcohol-free toners do not contain any synthetic additives but only organic steam-distilled floral waters: chamomile, rose and lavender. Thanks
the effective action these tonics are suitable to refresh, hydrate, soothe and protect your face. You use a natural facial toner in the second step of your skincare routine, after using a cleanser or facial peeling.

7 Benefits of a Natural Toner Without Alcohol and Fragrance

Not convinced yet? Here are 7 good reasons why you should use an alcohol-free or
perfume is better for your skin.

1. Alcohol-free toners are suitable for dry skin and do not irritate

The main advantage of an alcohol-free toner is that it does not damage the skin
damaged, causing it to become dry or irritation may occur. By
use you do not feel a burning sensation or itching. Some people have the idea that this
feeling right means that a product works well, but this is certainly not the case!
A mild tonic or toner without synthetic harmful substances is even beneficial for a dry facial skin with flakes.

2. Toners without alcohol are also suitable for oily (acne) skin

It is a big misconception that alcohol in skin care is effective in breaking down the oils of a fat skin to get. Initially, that is what happens after using a toner or tonic with alcohol, but after a few hours this greasy layer comes back right away. And not only that! Because to compensate for the dryness, your sebaceous glands will only produce more fat. This is how you end up in a vicious circle in which your skin becomes more and more out of balance. With the result that your skin is still oily and at the same time dehydrated.

An alcohol-free toner with the right ingredients removes the oily layer from your face, without disrupting or damaging your natural sebum production. A toner with
Lavender water is even part of our best anti-acne products.

3. Alcohol-free toners strengthen your natural skin barrier

Because alcohol in skin care can irritate and dry out your skin, it is harmful to skin problems with a weakened skin barrier. Think of allergies, redness,
itching or dermatitis. Especially with skin problems such as eczema it is essential to
your face's natural protective layer in optimum condition. This can be done with an alcohol-free toner.

Tip: Do not wash sensitive, dry skin with a cleanser in the morning, but use
a tonic for a light, mild cleansing. Read more here eczema face tips with a natural treatment.

4. An alcohol-free toner is perfect for in-between refreshment

Natural ingredients such as lavender or rose water have a calming effect
effect and give the skin a fresh and clean feeling. Lovely to start the morning with, but also to refresh your skin in between and the extremely dry skin of the face to provide extra hydration.

Tip: put your facial spray toner in the fridge, this is wonderful on a hot day or after exercise for an extra clean and fresh feeling.

5. The right ingredients in an alcohol-free toner are anti-aging

Because toners with alcohol dry out the skin even more, they can cause skin aging
worsen. Lines and wrinkles are even more noticeable on dehydrated skin due to dryness. In addition, the skin barrier becomes more porous, allowing harmful
outside influences can penetrate more quickly.

Therefore, the less alcohol, the better for aging skin. Toners
with nourishing ingredients, antioxidants and moisturizing agents are a
miracle cure for wrinkles because they can reduce fine lines.

Toners without alcohol, but with nourishing ingredients, oxidants and strong
Hydration can therefore be seen as a.

6. An alcohol-free toner helps other ingredients absorb better

A toner helps absorb ingredients from your other skincare products. They prepare your skin to absorb active ingredients such as vitamin C, hyaluronic acid or retinol. This is because the skin is clearer and better hydrated, but also because toners restore the pH balance. These are important factors for the optimal functioning of active ingredients.

7. Alcohol-free toners contain natural and organic ingredients

The less alcohol, the more room for natural ingredients. We use only the purest ingredients in the world with extracts from natural sources for our facial spray toners. They are also zero-waste packaged, organic and climate-neutral produced. Not only better for the environment, but also safe for you or as skin care during pregnancy. 

Tips for choosing a toner without harmful substances

Alcohol in skin care products is linked to a certain substance. These 'bad' alcohols are often found as alcohol denat (denatured alcohol) or
SD alcohol. The ingredients list of toners lists the ingredients that are most
prevent in front. If you see this form of alcohol here, search better
further! Also note other names of alcohol, such as: ethanol, ethyl alcohol, benzyl
alcohol and isopropyl alcohol.

Other ingredients in facial toners that can cause irritation are perfume, dyes or sulphates (SLS, SLES). Not sure if a toner suits your skin type? Always check the ingredients list and if in doubt, ask your dermatologist or our beauty professionals for advice.

And for the men: alcohol-free toners are also perfectly suitable as natural
skin care men - for exactly the same reasons as women.

The best natural toners without alcohol and perfume

Although natural toners are suitable for every skin type, one may be slightly different
more effective for certain skin problems than others. We will take you through them below
along with the three best alcohol-free toners: chamomile water, lavender water or rose water.

Chamomile Water Toner: Balances even the most irritated or dry skin.

Chamomile water in a toner hydrates, restores and balances the skin's pH balance. This is especially effective for irritated and inflamed skin such as
eczema. Combined with probiotics you have a powerful formula that
has the ability to soothe, hydrate and soften the skin. Regular use of chamomile water for eczema activates the natural functions of the skin. This ensures a stronger barrier function, healing of inflammations and protection against external factors.

Do you suffer from an irritated scalp? Did you know that chamomile water is not only good
for your face, but also for your scalp? Chamomile water toner without alcohol is
even one of the itchy scalp grandma tips.

Lavender water toner: especially suitable for inflamed oily skin

Lavender is known for its calming scent and properties. Lavender water
toner has proven antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps the skin to
to bring peace and balance and to reduce excessive sebum production. That is why we dare to say: lavender water for acne, oily or inflamed skin has a positive effect!

Rosewater toner: perfect for mature or sensitive skin

Rose water has a positive effect on the way your skin feels and looks. This organic rose toner helps soothe, purify, hydrate and firm the skin. It also helps reduce red skin. Rose water facial spray works as an antioxidant, protects skin cells from collagen breakdown and softens fine lines.