To some people, toner seems like a step that you can casually skip in your 10-step Korean skincare routine. But TBH, having a dew-delivering face toner in your skincare routine makes all the difference to bring you closer to your #SkinGoals. Back in the day, skin toners were often formulated with alcohol so that they can pose as an astringent that gives a "skin-tightening" illusion — until some innovative Korean toners came into the beauty scene and, quite frankly, saved the world. So whether you're new to the toner game or a seasoned K-Beauty junkie looking for a new toner to switch up your routine, here are some of the best face toners you should try out to achieve a healthier, brighter complexion.

No. 1

Haruharu WONDER - Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner (Fragrance Free)

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Stylevana K-Beauty Review: Haruharu WONDER Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner (Fragrance Free) was an instant hit when it was first introduced as an unscented version of the original bestseller Haruharu WONDER Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner. This sensitive skin-friendly toner excludes all essential oil but is formulated with equally hydrating and gentle ingredients, including skin-comforting Black Rice extracts and hyaluronic acid to keep your dry skin hydrated.

No. 2

Dear, Klairs - Supple Preparation Facial Toner

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Stylevana K-Beauty Review: There are many face toners that you can find at STYLEVANA but the best-in-class favorite for pH-balancing has to be the Dear, Klairs' Supple Preparation Facial Toner. Suitable for sensitive skin, this Korean toner features a blend of beta-glucan, hyaluronic acid + centella asiatica to hydrate, calm, and soothe away all your irritation and dryness due to the weather. Not to mention the viscous, serum-like texture that makes this hydrating toner stand out from the crowd.

No. 3

Benton - Snail Bee High Content Skin

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Stylevana K-Beauty Review: Those with perpetual dry skin and are looking for a toner to improve their moisture barrier will want to pay special attention to the Benton Snail Bee High Content Skin. This do-it-all Korean toner is rich in snail mucin which, on one hand, works great to improve skin texture while keeping the skin hydrated and balanced on the other. On top of being a potent skin-healing solution, this hydrating toner is infused with bee venom to recover blemished skin.

No. 4

Isntree - Hyaluronic Acid Toner Plus

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Stylevana K-Beauty Review: Don't believe a toner can be moisturizing? Let the Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Toner Plus be the first skin toner to tell you otherwise. Formulated with five types of hyaluronic acid, seven types of botanical extracts, and patented phyto-oglio ingredients, this toner aids quick and effective moisture retention and skin regeneration. Your dry skin will definitely love the dense moisture ampoule texture with solid moisturizing effect that boosts skin's hydration from deep within.

No. 5

Etude House - Soon Jung PH 5.5 Relief Toner

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Stylevana K-Beauty Review: Consider the Etude House Soon Jung pH5.5 Relief Toner the best skin-mate for your sensitive skin. Free from fragrance, artificial color, and parabens, this toner uses 97% naturally derived ingredients and has a low pH of 5.5 to keep skin balanced and hydrated throughout the day, thanks to a team of all-star ingredients including Panthenol + madecassoside which work together to epair skin damage and keep skin hydrated.

No. 6

BEAUTY OF JOSEON - Ginseng Essence Water

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Stylevana K-Beauty Review: Refresh your face with the BEAUTY OF JOSEON Ginseng Essence Water to achieve smoother and revitalized skin. This Korean face toner is hailed as the best anti-aging toner as it's loaded with a whopping 80% Ginseng root water and a mighty ginseng complex containing Ginseng callus culture extract, Ginseng root extract, Ginseng berry extract, Ginseng root ferment filtrate. The nutrition-packed formula of this essence will help prevent pigmentation and wrinkles caused by UV rays while boosting all-day hydration to further protect the skin from external stimuli.

No. 7

DONGINBI - 1899 Single Essence

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Stylevana K-Beauty Review: We came for the DONGINBI 1899 Single Essence to save our dry skin as well fine lines and wrinkles. Infused with 100% red ginseng essence, this anti-aging powerhouse essence is set to be the next crowning glory for your skincare routine that will help you achieve firmer, clearer, younger-looking skin. The antioxidant nourishment of pure ginseng water quickly diminishes fine lines and wrinkles due to loss of skin hydration. Your skin will immediately reveal a more hydrated and firm appearance. Rehydrated skin will protect itself from external irritation - prevent the itching and loss of skin elasticity - returning you a younger-looking face!

No. 8

JIN JUNG SUNG - Soothing Moisture Skin Essence

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Stylevana K-Beauty Review: Sitting high on our best seller chart, this JIN JUNG SUNG Soothing Moisture Skin Essence will be the hardedst worker in your 10-step skincare routine, thanks to its impressive ingredient list. Containing 8 moisturizing ingredients, including glycerin, meadowfoam seed oil, apricot kernel oil, botanical squalane, beeswax, sodium hyaluronate, shea butter, ceramide 3, and allantoin, this ultra-hydrating essence helps strengthen your skin's moisture barrier while keeping your skin nourished and balanced. This essence is also loaded with heavy lifters like collagen, peptides, adenosine + niacinamide to provide nourishing nutrients for a younger and healthier looking skin.

No. 9

primera - Miracle Seed Essence

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Stylevana K-Beauty Review: The reason why the primera Miracle Seed Essence is one of our love-at-first-try essences is because of the high concentration of lotus seed extract - at a whopping 93.1% - which is rich in amino acids and linoleic acid. It will drench your skin with enough hydration to maintain a natural oil and water balance while boosting your lit-from-within glow from day to night. It appears to have a slightly thick texture at first, but it absorbs into skin really quickly, and then you're ready for your heavier skincare products.

No. 10

NEOGEN Dermalogy - Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence

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Stylevana K-Beauty Review: Make room in your skincare cabinet for the NEOGEN Dermalogy Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence. Made with a cocktail of powerful fermented ingredients like Bifida Ferment Lysate, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate + Rice Ferment Filtrate, this skin-firming essence renews your skin with a clearer, brighter glow as it absorbs deep into the skin to strengthen your skin's moisture barrier.

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