10 Alcohol-Free Toners That Won't Dry Out Your Skin

What is the best alcohol-free toner for sensitive skin?

Some people veer away from using a toner because they assume that it will just dry out their skin. Toning is an essential skincare step, so skipping it may deprive you of its benefits. Doing so removes leftover dirt and preps your face for serums and moisturizers. Thankfully, there are alcohol-free toners with moisturizing and cleansing formulas that can work even for oily and sensitive skin! You can be sure that they can still purify pores without sucking out your complexion's natural moisture level.

TL;DR: A non-drying toner is your secret to glowing and clear skin. Sold? Check out our best picks below:

10 Alcohol-Free Toners That Won't Dry Out Your Skin

1. Céleteque DermoScience Brightening Alcohol-Free Toner 

   An alcohol-free toner that will brighten and even out your skin tone. It also has green tea extract to calm down pimples. This formula is ideal for normal to oily skin types.

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   Céleteque DermoScience Brightening Alcohol-Free Toner, P139, Watsons

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2. Nivea Extra White MicellAIR Cleanser 0% Alcohol

   This gentle cleanser can remove deep-seated dirt and waterproof makeup, and because it contains zero alcohol, it's guaranteed that it will never dry out your skin. 

   

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   Nivea Extra White MicellAIR Cleanser 0% Alcohol 200ml, P183, Watsons

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3. The Body Shop Seaweed Oil Balancing Toner

   Score cottony soft and clear skin with regular use of this alcohol-free toner. Seaweed extract balances and soothes oily and combination skin. It's been a best seller ever since it was introduced in the market!

   

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   The Body Shop Seaweed Oil Balancing Toner, P795, Lazada

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4. Klairs Supple Preparation Facial Toner

   A pH-balancing toner-essence that controls sebum production and clears impurities hiding deep within the pores. This turns your complexion into a sponge: Your skin will absorb your next skincare products better! Pat this on freshly washed skin to let the formula absorb well.

   

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   Klairs Supple Preparation Facial Toner, P1,150, Lazada

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5. Make Pr:em Safe Me. Relief Moisture Toner

   Made for sensitive skin, this toner is free of alcohol, parabens, and synthetic dyes. Its star ingredients (glycerin, red seaweed, madecassoside, and bergamot oil) work together to create a bouncy and resilient complexion. Its acidic formula refines a rough skin surface and clears the pores of dirt and grime. This is also highly recommended for dry and normal skin.

   

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   Make Pr:em Safe Me. Relief Moisture Toner, P1,370, BeautyMNL

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6. COSRx Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner

   This toner is loaded with Centella Asiatica extract that soothes redness, maskne, and other skin inflammation. Plus, it leaves your face dewy and soft. The formula is safe to use for all skin types, including those with sensitive skin.

   

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   COSRx Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner, P680, Lazada

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7. Herbivore Botanicals Jasmine Green Tea Balancing Toner

   This alcohol-free toning mist is the answer to your pimple woes. It has witch hazel extract that zaps zits, plus jasmine flower water and green tea to soothe angry blemishes. A must for oily, combination, and acne-prone complexions.

   

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   Herbivore Botanicals Jasmine Green Tea Balancing Toner 120ml, P2,140, Sephora

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8. VMV Hypoallergenics Illuminants+ Brilliance Toner

   Turn to this hypoallergenic formula if you're aiming for a brighter and pimple-free complexion. This has glycerin so it's guaranteed to never dry out your skin. 

   

   
   

   VMV Hypoallergenics Illuminants+ Brilliance Toner, P2,640, VMV Hypoallergenics

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9. Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol-Free Toner

   This soothing toner was made for oily and normal skin types. It can calm angry pimples and refine the pores.

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   Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol-Free Toner, P2,425, Lazada

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10. Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Facial Toner

    Pamper a tired and dull complexion with this toner infused with real rose petals. Its formula refines the pores and dislodges deep-seated impurities without drying out the skin. A great choice for normal to dry skin types.

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    Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Facial Toner 200ml, P2,870, Sephora

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