Ranked by ingredients
Best Toners
The 10 highest-scoring of the 19 toners we scored, ranked on what is in the bottle rather than what is on it. Every score comes from the product's own ingredient list; no brand pays to be here.
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Some By Mi$16.99Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner4 high-impact actives: Glycolic Acid, Betaine Salicylate, Gluconolactone +1 more. Fragrance-free
Actives: Glycolic Acid, Betaine Salicylate, Gluconolactone, Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract
A91 - 2
Estée Lauder$31.99Estée Lauder Micro Essence Skin Activating Treatment Lotion4 distinct ingredient classes — well-rounded formula. Fragrance-free
Actives: Bifida Ferment Lysate, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Niacinamide
B89 - 3
Dr. Jart+$31.99Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Liquid Toner4 distinct ingredient classes — well-rounded formula. Fragrance-free
Actives: Phytosphingosine
B85 - 4
Peach & Lily$15.49Peach & Lily Wild Dew Treatment Essence5 distinct ingredient classes — well-rounded formula. Fragrance-free
Actives: Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract
B85 - 5
Anua$17.49Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner3 distinct ingredient classes — well-rounded formula. Fragrance-free
Actives: Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside
B84 - 6
Peach Slices$9.99Peach Slices Snail Rescue Intensive Toner4 distinct ingredient classes — well-rounded formula. Fragrance-free
Actives: Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract
B82 - 7
Dr. Jart+$24.99Dr. Jart+ Vital Hydra Solution Biome Essence with Prebiotic4 distinct ingredient classes — well-rounded formula. Fragrance-free
Actives: Bifida Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus Ferment
B81 - 8
Tatcha$36.99Tatcha The Essence Plumping Skin Softener1 high-impact active: Saccharomyces Ferment. Fragrance-free
Actives: Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
B80 - 9
Klairs$9.49Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner7 supporting actives (Tier 2). Fragrance-free
Actives: Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
C78 - 10
Round Lab$12.99Round Lab Dokdo Toner3 distinct ingredient classes — well-rounded formula. Fragrance-free
Actives: Centella Asiatica Extract
C77
9 more toners are scored in the Formulate app.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best toner?
Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner by Some By Mi scores highest of the 19 toners Formulate has scored, at 91/100 (grade A). 4 high-impact actives: Glycolic Acid, Betaine Salicylate, Gluconolactone +1 more. Fragrance-free.
How are these toners ranked?
Each product is scored out of 100 on its formula: how well-researched its actives are, whether the label discloses their concentration, the research behind them, and how complete and well-built the formula is. Safety is checked separately — irritants, fragrance, EU-listed allergens, endocrine concerns and pore-clogging ingredients — and only costs points when it falls below 95. No brand pays to be listed.
Are these toners fragrance-free?
19 of the 19 toners scored contain no synthetic fragrance. None lost points on the safety check.
Best skincare by type
Educational only. Scores rate a product's formula, not how it will suit your skin. Patch-test new products, and see a dermatologist for persistent skin conditions. Some links are affiliate links; they never affect a score.