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Tonic for oily skin at home

Do you dream of beautiful and healthy skin, but do not want to spend large sums on expensive cosmetics? Many blogs on the Internet will offer you to try homemade beauty recipes, promising a stunning effect and, most importantly, fast. But how effective are they really compared to professional cosmetics? Let's consider this question and understand why sometimes professional cosmetics justify their cost. And let's talk about how to prepare a tonic at home for oily skin and whether you can get at least some effect from it.

What is toning and why is it needed?

Toning is an important step in skin care, which consists of applying a toner (a light liquid that helps to restore the skin's pH balance, reduce oiliness, shrink pores, and refresh the skin) or toner after cleansing the skin (usually after washing). This process helps restore and prepare the skin for the next stages of care. Many products contain moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid or aloe vera. They help maintain the level of hydration of the epidermis, preventing its dryness, even if it is an oily type. Properly prepared dermis better absorbs subsequent care products such as serums and moisturizers. A professional or tonic for oily skin at home is designed to create a "barrier" that allows active ingredients to better penetrate into the deep layers of the epidermis.

Is it possible to prepare a tonic at home for oily skin?

Of course, you can cook it. We will talk about the effectiveness of such a tool below. In the meantime, let's consider the most popular recipes on the Internet.
  • Recipe 1
Ingredients:
  • Pure water - 1 cup.
  • Apple cider vinegar (make sure it's 100% natural) - 2 tablespoons.
  • Tea tree essential oil - 3-4 drops (for an antiseptic effect).
  • Lavender essential oil - 3-4 drops (for a calming effect).
  • Pacifier or spray bottle for storage.
Mix apple cider vinegar with water. Add a few drops of tea tree and lavender essential oils. They have antiseptic and soothing properties. Pour the resulting liquid into a pacifier or spray bottle. Store it in the refrigerator and shake it before use. After cleansing, apply a small amount to a cotton pad or directly onto skin. Pay special attention to areas with increased oiliness and enlarged pores. After application, allow the product to absorb and then apply a moisturizer.
  • Recipe 2
Ingredients:
  • 1/2 cup of clean water (preferably distilled).
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar.
  • 1/4 cup witch hazel (you can buy it at the pharmacy).
  • 3-4 drops of tea tree essential oil (for an antiseptic effect, if desired).
Mix the vinegar and witch hazel in a bottle or glass container. Add clean water and mix thoroughly. If you want to add tea tree essential oil, do so now and mix again. Pour your at-home toner for oily skin into a spray bottle or other suitable container. Keep it in the refrigerator to give it a refreshing effect.
At first glance, it may seem that such products are a budget-friendly and effective way to improve the condition of your skin. But let's understand in more detail.

Homemade recipes vs. professional cosmetics

First of all, professional products go through a lot of research and clinical trials before they appear on the market. These studies cover the analysis of active ingredients, their concentration and effects on the skin. Homemade recipes, while they may be effective, never stand up to such rigorous scientific scrutiny. Secondly, professional cosmetologists and dermatologists have a deep understanding of the structure of the skin and its needs. They can recommend products for your skin type and specific concerns. In such products, a lot of attention is paid to development and testing. Care cosmetics developed by specialists, for example, tonic with a matting effect for combination and oily skin Lapush , contain high concentrations of active ingredients that can be more effective in solving certain problems. Tonic for oily skin at home contains either too small doses of active substances, or incorrectly selected, or low-quality, etc.

Manufacturers undergo certification and quality control. With homemade recipes, there is a risk of allergic reactions or irritation, especially if individual characteristics are not taken into account.

Of course, both approaches have their advantages and disadvantages. Professional care cosmetics provide reliability, scientific justification and a guarantee of results. Homemade recipes can be cheaper and more natural, but they can cause harm or, in the best case, simply not give any effect.
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