Korean Toners for Oily Acne Prone Skin

Toners for oily acne prone skin

4/11/2025

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Background

Toners are underrated skincare product. Some people think that toners do not work and might be just water, but they can help so much for your skin. They can target many skin concerns. I had really bad acne and when I started using a toner, I do believe a toner (specifically the anua heartleaf 77%) helped a lot with my skin. These are the list of Korean toners. They are not in ranking at all, just whatever they are stated. Please note most toners should be applied with either damp face, not super wet or completely dry for best results.

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assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Ingredients
  • Hydrating

  • Inexpensive ($15- amazon)

  • Good for sensitive skin

  • exfoliate slightly

Cons
Overview

Lightweight, a bit thicker than water consistency, easy to apply and hydrating

How to use : after cleaning face, apply amount on fingertips or cotton pads, 2 times a day, morning and night, can be layered multiple times and used daily

  • not as hydrating as other toners

Pros

Water, butylene glycol, glycerin, pentylene glycol, propanediol, chondrus crispus extract, saccharum officinarum extract, sea water, 1,2-hexanediol, protease, betaine, panthenol, ethlhexylglycerin, allantoin, xanthan gum, disodium EDTA

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assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Overview

Light

3. Mugwort Essence

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assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Toner Benefits Overview

4. Beauty of Joseon Gingseng Essence

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assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Toner Benefits Overview

5. Peach Sake Pore Toner

assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Toner Benefits Overview

6. I'm from Rice Toner

assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Toner Benefits Overview

7. Anua Heartleaf 77%

assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Toner Benefits Overview

8. Torriden Dive In Toner

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assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Toner Benefits Overview

9. Numbuzin No. 1 Toner

assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Toner Benefits Overview

10. Cosrx Propolis Synergy Toner

assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Toner Benefits Overview

11. Beauty of Joseon Green Plum

assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Toner Benefits Overview

12. Isntree Green Tea Fresh Toner

assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
assorted plastic bottles on brown woven basket
Pros of Toners

Toners can enhance hydration and prepare skin for better product absorption.

Cons of Toners

Some toners may contain alcohol, which can be drying for sensitive skin types.

Toner Benefits Overview