There is still a debate as to whether toning is beneficial and whether it should be considered a part of the skin care routine. Some experts are of the opinion that facial toners improve the skin’s texture when applied they are applied to skin after cleansing. They say that toners help close the pores as well as tighten cell gaps in order to prevent impurities from entering the skin.
But there are certain problems with this argument. In case you close the pores before applying a moisturizer, it will defeat the purpose as moisturizers are required to be absorbed. Secondly, most of the toners contain alcohol, witch hazel or both, which tends to dry the skin and can even lead to irritation.
In case you feel that you must use a toner, look for an alcohol-free brand with ingredients like chamomile or rose water.