: one that tones or is a source of tones: such as
a
: a substance (such as a thermoplastic powder) used especially to develop an image (such as a latent xerographic image) on a piece of paper
b
: a liquid cosmetic for cleansing the skin and contracting the pores
c
: a solution used to impart color to a silver photographic image
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Cusick advises asking your colorist for a beige or a baby blonde toner to achieve the creamy effect.
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Denise Primbet, Refinery29, 13 June 2025
The cold plane temperature can throw off your skin's pH, making a balancing toner crucial.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Good news: The brand also makes toner pads that are just as hydrating.
—Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 5 June 2025
Right on trend with all things milky skin care, this three-in-one works as a spray-on toner, serum, and moisturizer that supports the skin barrier and works to improve texture all over your face.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 5 May 2025
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Denise Primbet, Refinery29, 13 June 2025
The cold plane temperature can throw off your skin's pH, making a balancing toner crucial.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Good news: The brand also makes toner pads that are just as hydrating.
—Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 5 June 2025
Right on trend with all things milky skin care, this three-in-one works as a spray-on toner, serum, and moisturizer that supports the skin barrier and works to improve texture all over your face.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 5 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for toner
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“Toner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toner. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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