1. Rice Water Toner
You will need:
1/2 cup of rice
Water
How to make and use:
Rinse the rice thoroughly 2–3 times to remove any dirt.
Soak the cleaned rice in water for 30–45 minutes.
Strain the water into a clean spray bottle.
Spray it on your face after cleansing with a mild face wash.
Benefits:
Tightens pores and firms the skin.
Heals acne and soothes inflammation.
Helps fade dark spots and blemishes, promoting a porcelain-like glow.
2. Cucumber Toner
You will need:
1 fresh cucumber
1 cup of water
How to make and use:
Chop the cucumber into small pieces and blend with water.
Strain the juice through a sieve and store it in a spray bottle.
Refrigerate and apply chilled toner using a cotton pad.
Benefits:
Instantly soothes sunburnt skin.
Rejuvenates and refreshes your complexion.
Helps lighten freckles and blemishes.
Bonus: Drinking cucumber juice daily also improves skin glow!
3. Potato Juice Toner
You will need:
1 medium-sized potato
1 cup of water
How to make and use:
Cut the potato into small pieces and blend with water.
Strain the juice using a sieve.
Apply using a cotton pad on a clean face.
Benefits:
Brightens skin and fades dark spots.
Prevents premature aging and evens skin tone.
Boosts skin elasticity and reduces wrinkles.
Use daily for best results in treating hyperpigmentation.
4. Rose Water Toner
homemade rose water
You will need:
Fresh rose petals
Distilled water
How to make and use:
homemade rose water
Wash rose petals to remove dust and residue.
Place petals in a stainless-steel pot and cover with just enough water.
Steam on low heat until petals lose their color.
Let it cool, strain, and pour into a spray bottle.
Store in the refrigerator and spritz 2–3 times daily.
Benefits:
Keeps skin grease-free and deeply hydrated.
Restores skin’s natural pH balance.
Perfect for sensitive skin—doesn’t dry it out.
Cooling effect improves elasticity and prevents acne.
5. Green Tea Toner
5. Green Tea Toner
You will need:
1 bag (or 1 tsp) of green tea leaves
1 cup of water
1 tbsp rose water
A few drops of lemon essential oil
How to make and use:
5. Green Tea Toner
Bring water to a gentle boil and brew the green tea.
Let it cool, then mix in rose water and lemon essential oil.
Pour into a spray bottle, shake well, and store in the fridge.
Use daily or several times a day if you have oily or acne-prone skin.
Benefits:
Minimizes large pores and reduces oil.
Balances skin’s pH and prevents acne.
Slows aging signs like wrinkles and fine lines.
Final Thoughts
These DIY toners are simple, effective, and tailored to different skin needs. Give them a try and let me know which one worked best for your skin!