Reasons why you should be careful with toners

The process of applying toner to a cotton pad to wipe away accumulated impurities and dead skin cells is commonly known as "wiping toner." Many people mistakenly believe their skin is becoming clean simply by seeing dust or impurities adhering to the pad afterward. While cotton pads may appear dense and soft on the surface, magnification reveals that they consist of multiple layers of threads bundled together. Therefore, using a cotton pad for wiping toner can strip away the protective stratum corneum and irritate the skin. Those with pre-existing skin conditions should exercise particular caution, as skin irritation may even trigger redness.