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Best Non-Toxic Face Toners

We vetted face toners against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.

Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Here's what we look for:

Formulas made with natural or synthetic ingredients that meet our standard
Free from parabens, PEGs, phthalates, harsh sulfates, BHA/BHT, artificial dyes, formaldehyde-releasing ingredients, and undisclosed fragrance
Minimal, well-chosen preservatives
Trusted third-party certifications when available
Transparent sourcing, ingredients, and manufacturing practices

Best Non-Toxic Face Toners

On Welpr, terms like "non-toxic," "safer," "cleaner," "healthier," and "vetted" are editorial labels based on our own standard for product assessment. They are not guarantees, certifications, or medical claims. Learn more.

Top Pick

Ursa Major

Essential Face Tonic

Free From: Cruelty Free
Certified: Certified B Corp, Certified Plastic Negative
Highlights: Vegan, Cruelty-free, No synthetic fragrance, Exfoliating, Contains acids

8.7

Performance score

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Credo Beauty
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More than a toner: this is a 4-in-1 liquid that cleanses, exfoliates, soothes, and hydrates in a single step. It uses a combination of plant-derived AHAs and BHA to gently turn over skin without the harshness of synthetic exfoliants.
No rinsing required. You can apply it with a cotton round after cleansing to pick up any remaining impurities, or pat it on with your hands as a standalone refresh throughout the day.
The texture is water-thin, not viscous, so it absorbs quickly and layers easily under serums and moisturizers. Scent-wise, it's herbaceous with notes of orange, lavender, and fir from naturally derived oils.
Worth noting for pregnancy: the formula contains a naturally occurring form of salicylic acid at a low concentration. The brand recommends consulting a healthcare provider before use during pregnancy.
Among non-toxic face toners, this one consolidates what would typically be separate cleansing, exfoliating, and hydrating steps. That makes it a practical option if you prefer a shorter routine.
Ursa Major is a Vermont-based brand founded by two beauty industry veterans who wanted to build a line around forest-derived botanicals. Their recent repackaging moved most products from plastic into glass or aluminum.

Aqua/Water/Eau
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Flower/Leaf/Stem Water
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
Glycerin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Sodium Hyaluronate
Levulinic Acid
Sodium Levulinate
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract
Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Seed Extract
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Betula Alba Leaf Extract
Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment Filtrate
Caprylyl/Capryl Wheat Bran/Straw Glycosides
Fusel Wheat Bran/Straw Glycosides
Polyglyceryl-5 Oleates
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Glyceryl Caprylate
Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract
Pseudotsuga Menziesii (Balsam Oregon) Branch/Leaf Oil
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Boswellia Carterii Resin Extract
Alcohol
Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate
Superoxide Dismutase
Soybean Peroxidase
Citronellol
Linalool
Limonene

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Budget Pick

Eqqualberry Global

Swimming Pool Toner

8.5

Performance score

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Aqua
Butylene Glycol
Glycerin
Propanediol
1,2-Hexanediol
Protease
Betaine
Panthenol
Xanthan Gum
Allantoin
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Styrene/VP Copolymer
Pentylene Glycol
Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract
Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract
Sodium Hyaluronate
Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract
Beta-Glucan
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract
Caprylyl Glycol
Fructan

Josh Rosebrook

Daily Acid Toner

Free From: Cruelty Free
Highlights: Cruelty-free, Made in USA, Pregnancy safe, Breastfeeding safe, Fragrance-free, Essential oil-free, Exfoliating, Contains acids

8.5

Performance score

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Credo Beauty
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An AHA liquid toner that uses a blend of fruit and flower acids working at different depths and speeds to exfoliate. Rather than sitting on the surface, the acids are carried deeper into the skin by a base of hydrating minerals, clay, and plant actives.
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and blemish-prone skin. The brand also notes it's safe during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and alongside retinoid use.
No added fragrance or essential oils. The light scent comes entirely from the raw herbal extracts and natural ingredients in the formula.
Most acid toners lean heavily on exfoliation and can leave skin feeling stripped. This one pairs its acid profile with hydrating and soothing botanicals, so it functions as both an exfoliant and a hydrating toning step.
Has a pink hue from the acid blend. Among non-toxic face toners, the format is a traditional liquid you apply with a cotton round or pat on with your hands.
Josh Rosebrook formulates with herbalists and phytochemists, and sources most herbs from organic farms in Oregon and California. All products are made in the USA and independently tested by a third-party lab for purity.

Marie Veronique

Balancing HypoTonic

Highlights: Vegan, Cruelty-free, Fragrance-free, Essential oil-free, Balancing, Contains acids, Alcohol-free

8.5

Performance score

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Credo Beauty
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Most toners and mists add water to the skin's surface, but that water can actually seep into the lipid layers and pull moisture out of cells. This one uses a biomimetic approach, meaning its humectants are structured to resemble the skin's own lamellar lipid layers, so they hydrate without disrupting that barrier.
Intended as a prep step before serums. By balancing pH and supporting the outer skin layers, it helps subsequent products absorb more effectively.
Includes pre- and probiotics to support the skin's microbiome alongside mild AHAs for pH balancing, so it's doing double duty on barrier function.
Among non-toxic face toners, this formula is notably fragrance- and essential oil-free, which makes it a fit for sensitive, reactive, or pregnancy-safe routines (the brand includes it in their pregnancy regimen).
Made in small batches in Berkeley, California by a brand rooted in microbiome science. Their formulation philosophy centers on supporting the skin's existing biology rather than overriding it.
The scent comes from the active ingredients themselves (including a vinegar-based component), so expect something earthy and functional rather than spa-like.

Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract
Aqua
Glycerin
D-Panthenol (Provitamin B5)
Sambucus Nigra (Elderberry) Fruit Extract
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Apple Cider Vinegar
Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract
Beta-Glucan
Sodium Hyaluronate
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
Curcuma Xanthorrhiza (Turmeric) Root Extract
L-Selenomethionine

Bambu Earth

Apple Cider Face Toner

Highlights: Vegan, Cruelty-free, Made in USA, No synthetic fragrance, Balancing, Contains acids, Alcohol-free

8.3

Performance score

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Amazon
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Hydrosol-based toner that uses apple cider vinegar to help bring skin back to its natural pH after cleansing. The idea is to prep skin so whatever you apply next (serum, moisturizer) absorbs more effectively.
Built for oily, combination, and blemish-prone skin. The brand specifically notes it's not intended for over-exfoliated or ultra-sensitive skin.
The formula is almost entirely hydrosols and vinegar, with no water added as filler. That's unusual among non-toxic face toners, where water is typically the first ingredient.
Expect a noticeable vinegar scent on application that fades as it dries. It can tingle slightly, especially at first.
Comes in a reusable glass bottle, which is consistent with Bambu Earth's approach of avoiding plastic packaging across their line.

Toups & Co

Facial Tonic

Highlights: Pregnancy safe, Breastfeeding safe, Recyclable packaging, Money-back guarantee, Balancing

8.2

Performance score

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Toups & Co
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Comes in four variants (Clear, Hydrate, Calm, Brighten), each steeped with different organic herbs targeting a specific skin concern: breakouts, dryness, irritation, or dullness.
The base is a witch hazel and aloe blend that's been steeped in herbs for 30 days before bottling. That steeping process is how the botanicals infuse into the liquid rather than being added as extracts.
Meant to go on after cleansing and before moisturizer. The idea is to balance skin pH and open pores so whatever you apply next actually absorbs instead of sitting on top.
Applied by dripping onto a cotton round and brushing it across the face, so it functions more like a traditional tonic than a spray mist.
Among non-toxic face toners, the ingredient list here is notably short: just two base ingredients plus the herbs specific to each variant. No preservatives, which is why the shelf life is around six months.
Handcrafted in small batches in coastal Alabama by a family-run operation. Comes in a 2 oz glass bottle with recyclable paperboard packaging.

DIME Beauty

Super Skin Toner

Free From: Cruelty Free, Formaldehyde Free, Heavy Metal Free, Paraben Free, Phthalate Free, Sulfate Free
Certified: EWG Verified, Leaping Bunny
Highlights: Vegan, Cruelty-free, Made in USA, Fragrance-free, Balancing, Alcohol-free

8.8

Performance score

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DIME Beauty
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Pros

Feels soothing and cooling on application, calming redness without leaving skin tight or sticky.
Noticeably improves how well serums and moisturizers absorb afterward.
Lasts a decent amount of time with twice-daily use, though a couple of people ran through it faster than expected.

Cons

The glass bottle is fragile; multiple people reported it breaking after being dropped or bumping against other products.
The bottle's outer coating can flake off small black pieces onto cotton rounds during use.

Alcohol-free liquid toner that uses CoQ10 to support energy production in skin cells and help neutralize free radicals. The goal is brighter, tighter-looking skin over time.
Formulated for all skin types, with a focus on uneven tone and enlarged pores. It's hydrating rather than stripping, so it won't leave skin feeling tight or dry after use.
Applied with a cotton pad after cleansing, as the toning step before serums and moisturizers. Among non-toxic face toners, the ingredient list is notably short: just 13 ingredients total.
DIME was founded by a master esthetician and manufactures its skincare products in the U.S. The formula has only 13 ingredients, which makes it easy to know exactly what you're putting on your skin.

How to Swap to Non-Toxic face toners:

Here's how to swap to non-toxic face toners:

What to know about face toner

Face toner is applied directly to your skin and used daily, often twice a day. That combination of frequent use and direct contact with a large area of your face makes its formulation worth paying attention to.

Toners sit on your skin without being rinsed off, so every ingredient stays in prolonged contact with your face.
Welpr focuses on what toners are made of—looking at fragrance sources, preservatives, and whether ingredients like parabens, phthalates, or synthetic fragrances are present.

Review the toners you already use

Check your current face toner using the Welpr Personal Care and Cosmetic Scanner. It lets you snap a photo of your ingredient label and flags anything that doesn't meet Welpr's standards.

Start with the toner you use most often or any toner you apply twice a day, since higher frequency means more exposure.
Look for the words "fragrance" or "parfum" on the label—these often indicate synthetic fragrance blends that aren't fully disclosed.

Use your current toner more carefully

If you're not ready to replace your toner right away, a small adjustment can help. Reducing how often you apply it or where you apply it limits how much sits on your skin each day.

If you currently use toner morning and night, try cutting back to once a day until you find a cleaner option.
Avoid applying toner around your eyes and mouth where skin is thinnest and most absorbent.

Choose a cleaner face toner

Look for toners with simple, purposeful formulations. The best options skip synthetic fragrance, harsh preservatives, and unnecessary additives while still being effective.

Choose fragrance-free toners or ones scented only with essential oils or plant extracts—and be cautious of vague claims like "natural" or "clean" without certification to back them up.
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Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....

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Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...

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