Himalaya

Gentle Refreshing Toner

4 Reviews

• berrryberry

  Sep 7, 2016 (UTC)
  Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skinproduct.Atopy Skin

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  Pros

  I answered 'yes' to repurchasing for the upcoming winter. As someone with combination dehydrated skin that gets dry in winter and oily in summer, using this in winter with just some exfoliation got me compliments on my skin. The scent is incredibly mild and the kind of fresh fragrance I really love. It's genuinely, truly moisturizing. You can feel it from the first application. I've never felt this level of hydration from any toner I've used before, and it doesn't dry out after applying... just pure moisture. It feels like it's hydrating deep into the skin, even without applying cream, though I do layer cream on top for longevity. The price-to-volume ratio is decent, the scent is nice, and it really makes your skin feel plump. I absolutely recommend it. Now that the cold winds are coming, I need to stock up again.

  Cons

  The lid!!!!!!!!!! Ugh... I almost didn't repurchase because of it. Don't close the lid and lay it down or shake it. The formula is so watery it just leaks everywhere... You always have to keep it standing upright. If it falls over even for a moment, it leaks... At first, not knowing this, I bought it offline and happily shook it around, ending up with a bag soaked in toner. I was so annoyed. It didn't even have a basic seal on the opening. So I quickly bought an empty bottle from Daiso and transferred it. Also, because it's so watery, it's hard to control when applying... If you're distracted and tilt it, it just pours out... It runs through your fingers like a faucet... drip, drip... Haha... It wastes product in various ways. These are the two biggest downsides. Also, occasionally during the peak of winter or on windy days when your skin is suffering, it can sometimes feel a bit tingly when applied. I just lightly scratched, applied a soothing gel, and calmed my skin. It wasn't bothersome enough to worry about, but those with super sensitive skin might find it potentially irritating.

  Tip

  Don't use cotton pads. It's much better to put it in a spray bottle and mist it on your face, then gently pat it in to absorb. Using it this way, you'll understand what it means for skin to be moisturized deep down. Since the formula is so watery, many people might use cotton pads, but this product is best applied by thoroughly wetting the entire face to experience its true effects. I used cotton pads for the first month, but switched to patting from the second month onwards... I regretted wasting so much toner on cotton pads. Even when applied with cotton pads, it was incomparably more hydrating than other toners. But after discovering the patting method, it was a whole new world... Even though it was incredibly moisturizing with cotton pads, patting took it to another level.

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• 산이공주

  Oct 27, 2015 (UTC)
  Oily SkinSensitive Skinproduct.Atopy Skin

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  Pros

  When I lived in India, this was easy to find and affordable. I used to put it in a mist bottle to wipe off after cleansing or to prep my skin before makeup. The scent was pleasant, and even though I have dry skin, it worked quite well for me.

  Cons

  As for the ingredients, well... they're not particularly disappointing, so I don't have any specific complaints.

  Tip

  I don't have any special tips, but it seems the price is significantly inflated in Korea.

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• 쪼난쟁

  Sep 8, 2015 (UTC)
  Dry SkinSensitive Skin

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  Pros

  Absolutely top-notch as a cleansing toner. Never caused any breakouts, and it's wonderfully hydrating. When your skin feels parched, just wipe it on and pat it in - it's like you've just washed your face, leaving it delightfully moist!

  Cons

  It's basically just water... scented water, perhaps? Let's stick to using it as a cleansing toner, solely for removing any residue after washing your face.

  Tip

  I pour it into a spray bottle and spritz it all over my body after showering, especially on my dry back, right after applying body oil. Using body oil alone doesn't provide enough hydration, but this combo is perfect. It's also great for soothing sun-exposed skin - just soak a cotton pad generously and place it on your skin for a refreshing, cooling effect.

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• 로아즈

  Jul 15, 2015 (UTC)
  Combination Skin

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  Pros

  First off, I love the fragrance - it's delightfully fresh with a hint of baby scent. As soon as you put it on a cotton pad, the aroma wafts up beautifully. Unlike other toners that made my skin feel tight when applied right after cleansing, this one doesn't cause any discomfort even when I'm dotting it on my face before the emulsion step.

  Cons

  I was shocked to learn it's not made with natural ingredients. While I appreciate the pleasant scent, I could easily give that up for the sake of my skin health. The packaging is really frustrating. It can leak if you lay it on its side or turn it upside down. I recommend transferring it to an empty bottle as it tends to spill every time you use it. Using cotton pads is okay, but it's only marginally better than using your hands - it's still difficult to control the amount.

  Tip

  There aren't really any special tips worth mentioning.