As Newton tells it, what goes up must come down. And with the hype surrounding toner pads reaching a fever pitch over the last few months, it’s safe to say that there is the possibility of a promising new formula waiting in the wings. Our bet is on milky toners—a long-standing K- Beauty favourite that boasts intensely hydrating and skin barrier strengthening capabilities. While these bad boys are hardly new to the market, the latest renditions brim with a whole host of impressive new benefits. Think dark spot eradication, complexion-brightening, and even inflammation reduction; an all-in-one elixir that encourages skincare minimalism thanks to its spectrum of functions.
The appeal of a milky toner also hinges largely on its suitability across a variety of skin types. Its thicker, velvet-like texture makes it a perfect fit for those with dry, dehydrated visages, while the inclusion of non-comedogenic properties within most formulas also means that it won’t overwhelm or congest those with oily and combination complexions. What’s more, it is equipped with the ability to boost the absorption of other products within a regime, further enhancing its effects to ensure a flawless, immaculate base prior to make-up application.
All things considered, a pressing question, thus, emerges—which are the milky toners that are truly worth your time and investment? In this regard, the Vogue Singapore beauty team is here to help. Below, an edit of the most standout milky toners out there, from TikTok viral picks to cult-classics.
