Toners can be applied twice daily for optimal results. Follow these steps to apply your toner: Step 1: After cleansing, pour face toner onto a cotton pad or cotton ball. Step 2: Apply toner to the skin, sweeping over the face and neck if desired. Step 3: Discard the used cotton pad. Pro Tip: Wait at least one minute for toner to dry before applying an essence, face serum or moisturiser.

Toners & essences

Lancôme's collection of facial toners and essences prepares the skin to receive the maximum benefit from your skincare routine.
Whether you need a pH-balancing toner, a deeply hydrating essence toner or a milky toner, each formula addresses a distinct skin need.

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9 products

TONIQUE CONFORT

RE-HYDRATING COMFORTING TONER

Old price New price £55.00

(£137.50/L.)

Absolue Rose 80 Essence-in-Lotion

CONCENTRATED TREATMENT LOTION

One size

150 ml

Old price New price £140.00

(£933.33/L.)

ABSOLUE L'EXTRAIT THE ELIXIR LOTION

TONIFYING MICRO-DIFFUSION CONDITIONING SKIN FOR L'EXTRAIT PROTOCOL

One size

150 ml

Old price New price £168.00

(£1,120.00/L.)

Tonique Douceur

Softening hydrating toner. Alcohol-free

One size

400 ml

Old price New price £55.00

(£137.50/L.)

Eau Micellaire Douceur

Cleansing water for face, eyes & lips

One size

400 ml

Old price New price £55.00

(£137.50/L.)

New

CLARIFIQUE DOUBLE TREATMENT ESSENCE

One size

150 ml

Old price New price £67.00

(£446.67/L.)

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Complete your skincare routine

01
Purifying Cleanser

Purifies, infusing vital nourishment while removing impurities.

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02
Skin
Prep

Accelerates cell turnover for a fresh, even radiance.

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03
Youth
Activator

Boosts skin's resilience, enhancing overall skin health.

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04
Eye
Lift

Targets specific eye concerns, enhancing radiance.

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05
Daily
Hydrator

Provides essential hydration, maintaining skin's suppleness.

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06
UV
Shield

Shields skin from UV rays, helping to prevent photo-ageing.

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Any questions about toners and essences?

Can I skip toner if I already use a serum?

You can skip toner if your skin feels balanced afterwards cleansing and your serum delivers sufficient hydration. However, toner removes residual cleanser, restores the skin’s pH to around 5.5, and prepares its surface for faster serum absorption. If you are concerned about dryness or congestion, explore Lancôme skincare by skin concern to find the toner best suited to your specific needs. If your skin feels consistently dehydrated after cleansing, reintroducing a toner such as Tonique Confort can often make a measurable difference.

How to apply toner?

Can I use toner and essence together, or do I only need one?

Does toner really help with enlarged pores?

Toner does not permanently reduce pore size, as this is primarily determined by genetics. A clarifying toner can temporarily minimise the appearance of pores by removing dead cells and excess sebum. For oily skin types prone to enlarged pores, explore Lancôme skincare solutions by skin type to find the most complete pore-management protocol. Consistent use 2 to 3 times per week combined with a weekly exfoliating mask provides the best visible results.

Is toner bad for sensitive skin?

Most modern toners are safe for sensitive skin, but alcohol-based astringent toners can disrupt the skin barrier. For sensitive skin, choose alcohol-free, lightly fragranced formulas. Explore Lancôme Skincare for hydration to find gentle formulas that hydrate and soothe without triggering sensitivity reactions. Patch-test any new toner on the inner arm for 24 hours before applying to the full face.