Makeup and Beauty

Skin toning is always followed after the cleansing routine with a medium strength skin tonic. Toning removes greasiness remaining from cleansing preparations, closed pores refine the skin and if you intend to apply make-up, if leaves a smooth clean texture which will hold the foundation and the powder for long. Basically, skin tonic freshens the skin. The cheapest toner is simply to splash the face with cold water. Skin tonics are generally composed of infusions of herbs, flowers, vinegar, rose water and witch-hazel. Stronger skin tonics or astringents dry the skin removing all traces of oil from the skin. These are suitable for greasy skins. Avoid using very strong astringents for any type of skin, as the harsh action of the alcohol toughens and coarsens the skin and prevents it from functioning normally. Apply tonic or astringent with a piece of cotton wool, but if the skin is looking sluggish, pat it on with a brisk slapping movement. Toning stimulates the blood supply to the skin. Moisten a piece of folded cotton wool with skin tonic and pat on the cheeks, the neck and chin. Avoid any area with broken veins. Herbal skin tonics are easy-to-make yourself and also easily available in market.

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