DIY Facial Toner with Apple Cider Vinegar – Restores pH, Great for All Skin Types

Looking for a natural toner recipe? Try this DIY Facial Toner made with apple cider vinegar. It restores your skin’s pH levels and great for all skin types, including those with acne. Homemade facial toner can be customized to your liking with essential oils, giving you that natural glow you’ve been looking for!

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been using harsh toners on my skin. Most contained alcohol, salicylic acid and a number of other additives, perfumes, artificial colors, etc. I thought they were working, but in the end, they were just causing more redness, dryness and inflammation on my skin.

I checked out the label for a toner I used to use. It was supposed to help my acne and keep my skin’s pH level in balance. But do you see all the ingredients? I can’t even pronounce much of it, plus there are artificial dyes in it too. This is definitely NOT something I want on my skin anymore.

Then, I learned about apple cider vinegar (ACV). It is absolutely AH-MAZING. It can be used for everything – from cooking (salad dressing anyone?) to a digestion aid (I have a teaspoon every morning) to a facial toner.

Yes, a DIY facial toner. I really love it and will never go back to store-bought toners with harsh chemicals because ACV is so much more effective and a LOT cheaper. A 32-oz bottle of apple cider vinegar (raw and unfiltered) is under $5  on Amazon. That’s a bargain compared to what I used to pay for high-end toners.

What Does A Facial Toner Do To Your Face?

Before moisturizing and following your facial cleanser, a face toner is a quick, absorbing liquid that helps to remove excess dirt, traces of oil and makeup, correct and balance the pH of your skin, and helps control acne. … By helping to clean and close pores, it’s especially beneficial for acne-prone skin.

How to Make DIY Facial Toner with Apple Cider Vinegar – Step By Step

This recipe makes about 2 oz total of toner. You can easily double if you prefer.

For normal to dry skin

• Mix 1/4 part vinegar to 3/4 part filtered water.
• Add 5 drops each of Lavender and Frankincense oils, or your favorite essential oils for the skin.

For oily and acne-prone skin

• mix 1/2 part vinegar and 1/2 part filtered water.
• Add 5 drops each of Lavender and Frankincense oils, or your favorite essential oils for the skin.

Ingredients for DIY Facial Toner

• Filtered water
• Raw apple cider vinegar
• Lavender essential oil
• Frankincense essential oil

How to Store DIY Facial Toner

Simply store the apple cider facial toner in a glass bottle at room temperature.

What is the Shelf Life of This Toner

Since there is water in it, there’s a shorter shelf life. The vinegar does help to preserve it so it lasts longer. Ideally, use this toner within 2 weeks. It’s better to make smaller batches than have it go longer.

How to Use Apple Cider Facial Toner

Use your homemade DIY facial toner twice a day – first thing in the morning and right before bed.

Can I use Apple Cider Vinegar on My Skin Every Day?

Although ACV is acidic, it actually helps to regulate the pH balance of the skin. It’s an excellent DIY facial toner and can be used for all skin types. It’s also antibacterial and has anti-inflammatory properties.

For oily and acne-prone skin, ACV helps to treat acne and reduce redness. For dry and normal skin, ACV helps to exfoliate skin and reduce wrinkles.

Top Tips for This DIY Facial Toner

• Can be used for all skin types.
• Make sure to wash your face before applying toner.
• Store in a glass container at room temp.
• Make sure to wash your face with a soap-free cleanser at night to remove build-up debris, makeup and pollutants. A morning cleanse can also help your skin be fresh and ready for makeup and the day.

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