TARGETED TONERS

WHY Thanks to their glow-giving, skin-smoothing and retexturising qualities, acid-based toners have been the hottest product in beauty circles for a while now. Next-gen formulations, which target different skin types and are combined with complementary ingredients to ensure they’re even more effective, are generating a buzz.

TRY As a general rule, AHAS (alpha hydroxy acids) like glycolic and lactic are the best choice for tackling signs of ageing and for dry skin. Salicylic acid, an oil-soluble BHA (beta hydroxy acid), works on blemishes and unplugging pores. Sensitive skin types should look for PHAS, poly hydroxy acids, which penetrate more slowly and won’t irritate skin.

BUY For oily/combination: SVR Sebiaclear

Micro-peel, £15, with salicylic acid. For pigmentation: Soap & Glory In The Glow How 5% Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Tonic, £12, with glycolic acid. For sensitive: Medik8

Press & Glow, £25, with poly hydroxy acid.

For dry: Strivectin Tri-phase Daily Glow

Toner, £29, with lactic acid.