Toner Layering – How and Why To Layer Your Toners
I have talked about Double Cleansing and Serum Layering before on the blog, but have you heard of toner layering? I discovered this method from Annie on Instagram (@the_skincaretruth) she explained how she loves to layer her “I’m From” Rice Toner two to three times during her skincare routine. Since I am a huge fan of this toner (you can read a dedicated post about the “I’m From” Rice Toner here) I tried it out for myself and I loved it! I decided to dig a little deeper on the internet to find out all about toner layering. Here is what I have found, and how I layer my toner.
My Toner Layering Experience
I love learning new tips on skincare, and I always like to pass on what I have found to you. After reading Annie’s toner layering tip I was intrigued. I thought adding another layer of my Rice Toner wouldn’t hurt, so I gave it a go. I was pleasantly surprised and have not stopped toner layering since! My skin feels so hydrated and soft. Since then I have added another toner to the mix, Qyo Qyo Tangerine Bright + Moist Toner, which is working well too. Each morning I decide how my skin is feeling as to which toner I will double layer, or I apply one layer of each toner. I only double-layer my toner in the mornings at this point. Some mornings I even triple-layer if I feel my skin needs an extra boost of hydration from the Rice Toner.
The downside to toner layering is you will go through more product than usual!
The Korean 7-Skin Method
While researching toner layering the Korean 7-skin method kept coming up. And yes, it is layering 7 toners! To me, it seems a bit much, but never say never! Basically, this method is most popular in Korean skincare beauty routines. It involves using 3 to 7 toners and layering them one after the other. The idea is that with each layer of toner your skin absorbs it all in and the humectants in the toner work harder. Humectants are moisturising agents commonly found in skin care, they are known for their ability to retain moisture, so keeping the skin nice and hydrated. It is said that toner layering can improve the skin barrier.
My Tips
- As with any new skincare product or routine, introducing new steps slowly is the way to go.
- Even though toners have really improved their formulations from their old astringent days, there are toners that have chemical exfoliants in them. I would think these toners may be too harsh to layer, I would advise only layering with a hydrating toner. The I’m From Rice Toner is very hydrating.
- You don’t need multiple toners for toner layering to be effective. You can just use your favourite toner, as long as it is hydrating.
- Always patch-test new products first for 24 hours before using them.
One thing to remember is that skincare is very personal, and what works for me may not work for you. If you decide to try toner layering I hope it works for you!
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Have you heard of toner layering before? I would love to know, let me know in the comments below.
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42 Comments
Allie Mackin
I had not used toner in the past as back in the day they were very drying and stripping so I skipped this step but a lot has changed with them so now they are atually moisturizing. Had not heard of layering them though. I will havd to try this!! The rice tone sounds amazing and I could use a little skin brightening.
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Janet
Yes, toners have really changed over the years and thank goodness, I can see why you skipped this step. The Rice Toner is so hydrating xx
Shannon
I’ve never heard of toner layering before. How interesting! I’m definitely trying to take better care of my skin, so I really appreciate learning different ways to use products.
Janet
That’s good to hear Shannon that you are taking care of your skin. I love finding out different skincare tips and ways to use products too xx
jodie
Girl, I learn so much from you.
I never even used toners for the longest time, but it makes sense of why when you said they have evolved. But I’m still not good about using them daily.
Do you use them morning AND night??
XOOX
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Janet
Aww, Jodie thank you so much, that means a lot to me! I do use toners both in the morning and at night, but I am only double layering in the morning just now, just to see how it goes. xx
The Exclusive Beauty Diary
I also like to hear new tips for skin care and this is first time that I heard for toner layering. I use only one toner and can’t believe that are routine in which girls use 7 of them. Thank you for informative post, I need to reserche little bit deeper in this topic because now I’m very interested to include new toners in my collection.
Janet
I do think 7 layers is a bit much but it seems very popular! Thank you for reading xx
Kathrine Eldridge
I have never heard of layering toners! So intriguing. I might give it a go in the near future. Thanks for sharing your new routine!
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Janet
Toner layering is very new to me too, but I am loving it. Thanks for reading Katherine xx
Danielle Beautyblog
Love the I’m From toner, need to pick it up again! I dont have the patience or the 7 layer method but i do use essences and mists a lot as well as toner! xx
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Janet
The extra hydration from the essences and sprays will really help too. I just love the Rice Toner, it is so hydrating xx
Jelena
Sounds interesting, thanks for writing about this! <3
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Janet
I agree, it is really interesting! Thank you for reading Jolena xx
Lovely
This is interesting. I have never done tone layering before. Thanks for sharing this.
xoxo
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Janet
It really is interesting, I love finding out about new skincare tips! Thanks for reading Lovely xx
Rose e Sarah
Hii Janet,
amazing post
Abraços,
Rose & Sarah
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Janet
Thank you so much xx
Heather Noire
I never heard of this before, but I do know I mix my products for my hair when I take a shower. I know it isn’t related to this but that is my way of getting the best of both prpducts I suppose. I liked reading this though very much.
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Janet
Thank you Heather! That does sound like a great way to get the best of your products xx
Siobhán
I’ve never heard of this before, but might give it a go! x
Janet
When I heard about toner layering I had to try it, I am glad I did! xx
Hannah
I’ve never heard of this before, but it sounds interesting! I love a good toner, so I’ll be sure to give it a go. I definitely need to check out the rice toner too xx
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Janet
It really is interesting, I love how hydrating the rice toner is especially after double layering it xx
Jyoti
Toner layering seems so nice! Wonderful Post! Have a great day!
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Janet
It’s very hydrating if you use the right toner. Thank you so much xx
The Exclusive Beauty Diary
I would like to try that rise toner because I try rise water for my hair and i was so impresed with results.
Janet
The rice toner is so hydrating! xx
Shauna
I’ll have to try a rice toner! I quit using toners years ago because I have sensitive skin and they were SO drying. But I’m open to adding them back into my routine for sure 🙂
Shauna
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Janet
Drying toners are awful, I can see why you stopped using them. I am so glad many brands have reformulated theirs to be hydrating these days. The I’m From Rice Toner is very hydrating xx
Maria
I don’t know if I could picture myself layering so many toners, it does sound interesting. I do love using korean brand toners in my skincare routine 🙂
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Janet
7 toners is a bit much, I agree! I am enjoying layer two or three though, but only hydrating ones xx
Jill
I recently started using a toner again but didn’t know about layering them. Thanks for sharing your routine!
Jill – Doused in Pink
Janet
It’s definitely interesting. I make sure and only use hydrating toners though, the rice toner is so lovely xx
Gemma
The Korean 7-skin method sounds really interesting! Thanks for sharing this.
Gemma x
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Janet
It’s definitely an interesting method, I find two layers enough for me though! xx
Priti
Curious, do you let the toners dry completely before adding a new layer? If so that would take a while to do 7 of them…
Janet
Yes, I let my toners dry in between layering. It doesn’t take too long with just two toners, especially if you have just come out of the shower and have body lotions to apply etc. Its definitely worth a try if you have dry skin as long as you use moisturising toners,not drying ones xx
Julia Rees
This is so interesting. I haven’t heard of toner layering before, although I do layer serums. I will give this a go in the near future.
Julia x
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Janet
I am hooked on it now. I layer my toner almost every day, it really is very hydrating if you use the right toner xx
Melissa
I never heard of layering toners before! Thanks for sharing all of these great skin care tips, I learned so much! 🙂
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Janet
Thanks Melissa! Layering toners can be so good for hydrating the skin xx