Best Toners September 2026
Explore our independent ranking of the best toners to refresh, hydrate, and balance your complexion. Compare key active ingredients, skin type suitability, and bottle sizes to find the right formula for your daily skincare routine.
Last updated: 1 September 2026
Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner 250 ml dropped 1 position
Face Water: Top 5
1
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7 Exfoliating Toner 240ml
from £11.903 stores
from £11.90
3 stores
2
Medicube Triple Collagen Toner 4,0 140ml
from £12.1614 stores
from £12.16
14 stores
3
Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner 250 ml
from £10.288 stores
1
from £10.28
8 stores
4
Wonder Haruharu Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner 150ml
from £6.999 stores
from £6.99
9 stores
5
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner 200ml
from £19.358 stores
from £19.35
8 stores
This exfoliating toner uses glycolic acid and glycerin to brighten skin texture and improve clarity. Its fragrance-free and alcohol-free formula is suitable for most skin types seeking gentle chemical exfoliation. The generous 240 ml size makes it long-lasting for regular use.
Pros
Contains 7% glycolic acid and glycerin
Fragrance-free and alcohol-free
Generous 240 ml bottle size
Vegan and cruelty-free
Cons
Potent acid may irritate compromised skin
Not formulated for heavy hydration
The Medicube Triple Collagen Toner delivers targeted hydration and firming benefits to dry and sensitive skin. It features collagen to nourish the skin barrier and restore elasticity. The rich texture softens the skin without leaving a harsh finish.
Pros
Enriched with collagen for firming
Deeply moisturising and softening
Tailored for dry and sensitive skin
Cons
Compact 140 ml bottle size
Not designed for oily skin types
Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner is formulated to calm irritation, balance excess oil, and hydrate all skin types. It includes niacinamide to support tone clarity while remaining lightweight and paraben-free. With a 250 ml bottle, it offers plenty of product for daily layering.
Pros
Generous 250 ml volume
Enriched with soothing heartleaf extract
Contains brightening niacinamide
Vegan and paraben-free
Cons
Lacks chemical exfoliants for deep renewal
Very watery texture may require layering
Wonder Haruharu Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner provides deep hydration and anti-aging benefits for dry, sensitive complexions. It utilizes hyaluronic acid to bind moisture and plump fine lines. The gentle, vegan formulation absorbs smoothly into the skin.
Pros
Formulated with hydrating hyaluronic acid
Supports anti-aging and skin elasticity
Vegan and cruelty-free formula
Cons
Smaller 150 ml bottle size
Geared primarily toward dry and sensitive skin
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner helps purify the complexion and sweep away residual makeup after cleansing. It is formulated to rebalance moisture across all skin types without the use of parabens. The 200 ml size provides a steady supply for your balancing routine.
Pros
Aids in makeup removal and residue cleansing
Suitable for all skin types
Paraben-free formulation
Generous 200 ml bottle
Cons
Contains lavender which some may prefer to avoid
Higher price tier than mass-market options
Compare specifications
| Skin type | Normal, Combination, Dry, Oily, All, Sensitive, Mature | Dry, Sensitive | Normal, Combination, Dry, Oily, All, Sensitive, Mature | Dry, Sensitive | Normal, Combination, Dry, Oily, All, Sensitive, Mature |
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| Suitable for | Women, Men | Women, Men | Women, Men | Women, Men | Women, Men |
| Quantity | 240 ml/g | 140 ml/g | 250 ml/g | 150 ml/g | 200 ml/g |
| Features | Moisturising/softening, Soothing, Brightening | Moisturising/softening, Firming | Moisturising/softening, Soothing, Brightening | Moisturising/softening, Anti aging | Make up removal |
How we create the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular among our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert assessments. Specifically, we weigh how many users follow the product via price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in retail. The texts on this page are AI-generated and created to give you a quick and clear overview. No products are paid placements – the ranking is driven solely by data.
