Best French Toner (Our Top 9 Picks)

What makes it special? Lancome's iconic 'big pink' lotion is their ultimate hydrating and comforting toner. Enriched with Acacia Honey and Sweet Almond Oil, it removes any remaining impurities leftover from cleansing and leaves the skin fresh, hydrated and comforted. Just pour a generous amount of the milky pink water into your hands post-cleanse, then pat gently on your skin to be greeted with an instantly illuminated result.

What makes it special? This wonderful concoction of natural ingredients swiftly refines skin texture and diminishes the look of pores, all while purifying your skin to inhibit breakouts. The results speak for themselves: in a clinical study, *91%* of participants found their skin was purified, and 83% reported tighter-looking pores. Like a "vacuum for your pores", it's formulated with 100% natural salicylic acid, antioxidant, age-defying grape polyphenols, organic rosewater and antibacterial organic essential oils of rosemary and peppermint to purify skin without drying it out.

What makes it special? Completely free from alcohol and enriched in natural silicates thanks to its unique, anti-irritating spring water base, this super gentle toner tenderly softens the skin and protects your natural moisture barrier. Apply it to your skin with a soft cotton pad after their Gentle Milk Cleanser for optimal results.

What makes it special? Enriched with sebo-regulating active and micro-exfoliant LHA (Lipo-Hydroxy Acid), this toner from the #1 acne skincare brand in Europe [Best French Skincare Brands] helps eliminate excess oil, unblock pores, and visibly reduces the appearance of blemishes. Due to its hypoallergenic, gentle, dermatologically tested formula, it is perfectly suitable for even the most sensitive skin. Tone up to twice daily—morning and evening—followed by the best French moisturizer to leave your skin feeling beautifully refreshed and even.

What makes it special? The ultra-gentle, hypoallergenic, alcohol-free, paraben-free Vichy Pureté Thermale Perfecting Toner effortlessly removes makeup residue and impurities for a fresh skin feel. Formulated with glycerin and Vichy's thermal spa water, it moisturizes and fortifies even the most sensitive skin, leaving your complexion soft and hydrated.

What makes it special? Designed by the luxury skincare experts at Sisley, this soothing, refreshing toner has been specifically formulated with the needs of sensitive and dry skin in mind. It is wonderfully gentle—yet surprisingly powerful—removing stubborn trace elements of makeup and impurities before toning and soothing the skin, preparing it for the rest of a skincare regime. Made with a range of largely botanical active ingredients, Sisley's Floral Toning Lotion is a delightfully refreshing tonic for the skin that should be used morning and night for soft, fresh, more comfortable skin.

What makes it special? The formula refreshes and softens skin "in a splash", revealing a smoother, brighter complexion and leaving skin smooth and supple. A potent BHA ingredient gently sweeps away dull, tired skin while Pro-Vitamin B5 helps protect against moisture loss. Major bang for your buck, but we'd argue that their gentleness claims fall flat with the not-entirely-alcohol-free formula and the inclusion of a powerful exfoliant. A strong contender for best toner dollar-for-dollar, but be wary if you have sensitive skin.

What makes it special? Enriched with Rose floral water—known for its soothing properties—and lightweight Hyaluronic Acid, it helps to hydrate and smooth, revealing skin that feels more toned and plump, ready for your daily skincare ritual. ~85% of women found that their skin was intensely moisturised and comfortable after 28 days of use. We would like to caution those with hypersensitive skin, though, as the fragrance in this toner is very intense, not just from an olfactory standpoint but also for the skin.

What makes it special? Specially formulated with purifying Iris and Sage extracts for oily/combination skin, the Clarins Toning Lotion helps to purify and hydrate the skin, tighten pores and refine texture, while normalizing surface oils to yield a matte finish. The Iris helps to fight against wrinkles, dryness and skin slackening, whilst the Sage extract has anti-inflammatory effects to soothe the skin. Being alcohol-free, it has no stinging sensation, is gentle on the skin and does not leave the skin feeling greasy. Our only qualm is with regards to the fact that it is hard to get a hold of this product, as they have recently launched an alternative with different ingredients.