10 Best Korean Toners For Oily Skin

Here are 10 best Korean toners to take your oily skin to the next level:

1. SOME BY MI AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner

Having sebum overproduction, shine, clogged pores, and breakouts is a constant struggle because it just gives off an unpleasant sight overall, and oily skin types know that better than anyone else.

The SOME BY MI AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner, which is not only a cult favorite but a Best Of K-Beauty Award Winner, is the perfect solution to all your oily skin woes and the reason it's our number one pick for the best Korean toner for oily skin.

With that being said, don't let its lightweight texture fool you because this toner packs a powerful punch when it comes to intense and deep pore care.

This mild toner is formulated with 3 types of chemical exfoliants; AHAs, BHAs, PHAs, and tea tree leaf extract to give you intense pore care by getting rid of dead skin cells and impurities without irritation, unclogging pores, regulating sebum production, improving and calming acne, and minimizing moisture loss; all for a clearer and brighter complexion.

Features

• Contains AHAs, BHAs, PHAs, and 10,000 ppm of Tea Tree Leaf Extract
• Dermatologically Tested
• Non-Comedogenic Tested
• Formulated to the Soko Glam Clean Standard
• Cruelty-Free
• Formulated without artificial fragrance and colors, parabens, sulfates, alcohol, silicone, mineral oil, and preservatives.
• Best for all skin types, especially oily and acne-prone skin.
• Lightweight Formula

2. COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner

Exfoliation is an essential step in any skincare routine — especially for oily skin types — which is why choosing the right product is key.

With over 2.4 million bottles sold and 280k reviews generated, the COSRX's AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner has been a cult favorite of beauty fanatics for years because it provides gentle and effective exfoliation to promote healthy glowing skin.

This toner is formulated with 0.1% of AHA glycolic acid and BHA betaine salicylate to gently get rid of dead skin cells, control excess sebum and impurities in your pores, and moisturize and soothe tired skin; all to reveal healthier skin.

It's also formulated with 10% of pyrus malus (apple) fruit water and salix alba (willow) bark water to enhance skin vitality and radiance.

Features

• Contains over 0.1% of AHA Glycolic Acid and BHA Betaine Salicylate, and 10% of Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Water and Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Water
• Dermatologically Tested
• Hypoallergenic
• Vegan-Friendly
• Cruelty-Free
• Formulated without gluten, artificial fragrances, palm oil, silicone, ethanol, sulfates, phthalates, and parabens.
• Best for all skin types.
• Lightweight Formula
• This formula is made with only 11 skin-friendly ingredients.

3. ISNTREE Green Tea Fresh Toner

If you have oily skin then excess sebum production has been the bane of your existence, which is why you need the ISNTREE Green Tea Fresh Toner as part of your skincare arsenal.

This toner is formulated with anti-sebum p to control sebum secretion, and 80% of Jeju's green tea extract, allantoin, natural extracts, hyaluronic acid, and Centella Asiatica extract to deeply moisturize, relieve irritation, calm, and refresh your skin.

Features

• Contains Anti-Sebum P, 80% of Jeju's Green Tea Extract, Allantoin, Natural Extracts, Hyaluronic Acid, and Centella Asiatica Extract
• Dermatologically Tested
• Hypoallergenic
• Non-Comedogenic
• Ingredients verified by EWG's Skin Deep.
• Formulated to the Soko Glam Clean Standard
• Vegan-Friendly
• Formulated without artificial fragrance, artificial and synthetic dyes, paraben, phenoxyethanol, formaldehyde, imidazolidinyl urea, irritant essential oils, mineral oils, petrolatum, sodium Laureth sulfate, benzophenone, avobenzone, butylated hydroxytoluene, isopropyl alcohol, paraffin, triethanolamine, chlorphenesin, and triisopropanolamine.
• Best for combination and oily skin types.
• Lightweight Formula

4. [Dear, Klairs] Supple Preparation Facial Toner

With over 2 million bottles sold worldwide, the Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Facial Toner has become a Whistrend's Best Seller and one of the most popular and beloved toners on the market.

All skin types can become dehydrated — even oily — which is why if your skin is dehydrated, you should give the Dear, Klairs] Supple Preparation Facial Toner a try to deliver intense hydration and moisture into your skin.

This toner is formulated with hyaluronic acid, Centella Asiatica extract, beta-glucan, and lipidure (polyquaternium -51) to hydrate and moisturize deep within your skin, nourish and repair damaged skin, instantly calm and soothe your skin and smooth skin texture while maintaining the optimal pH balance for a healthy and balanced complexion.

It also prepares your skin for the rest of your skincare routine which allows for better product absorption, therefore, enhancing the effects of your skincare products for better results.

If your skin leans more on the sensitive side, you might want to go for the [Dear, Klairs] Supple Unscented Toner.

Features

• Contains Hyaluronic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Beta-Glucan, and Lipidure (Polyquaternium-51)
• Skin Irritation Tested
• Skin Irritation Tested For Sensitive Skin
• Non-Irritating
• Vegan-Friendly
• Cruelty-Free
• Formulated without
• Best for all skin types.
• Thick Formula

5. Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner

Do you have oily but very sensitive skin? Then the Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner is for you!

Pyunkang has remained dedicated to its half-century-old tradition of sourcing the most essential ingredients from nature and combining them into a formula that can assist those with sensitive skin in finding relief, healing, and rejuvenation.

Only beneficial and essential ingredients are integrated, while those with the potential to cause unknown repercussions due to artificial fragrances and colors are removed.

This toner is formulated with astragalus root to firm and deeply moisturize your skin, leaving it healthy and shiny while aiding in collagen and elasticity production.

Not only that but this formula is made with only 7 ingredients, which is less likely to cause potential irritation, making it gentle enough for oily sensitive skin types.

Features

• Rich in nutrients.
• Contains Astragalus Root for Deeper Moisture
• Skin Irritation Tested
• Cruelty-Free
• Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors, alcohol, and parabens.
• Best for all skin types.
• Lightweight Non-sticky Formula
• This formula is made with only 7 ingredients.

6. COSRX Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner

Whether we want to admit it or not, irritated and inflamed skin can be quite uncomfortable, which is why the COSRX Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner should be your go-to toner if you're looking for a skincare product that can help calm irritated skin and reduce redness.

This toner is formulated with 10% of Centella Asiatica Leaf Water which is a powerful ingredient with antioxidant properties, known for its ability to deeply calm and soothe irritated and inflamed skin and reduce redness caused by dryness or acne, and even improve the appearance of acne scars.

It's also formulated with 84.69% of Jeju Island Mineral Water to moisturize and rebalance your skin.

But the best part of this calming toner mist is how versatile it is — you can use it in the morning, over makeup, or whenever your skin needs some extra calming; and it can even be used as a mask if you soak up the cotton pad and apply it to your face.

Features

• Contains over 10% of Centella Asiatica Leaf Water and 84.69% of Jeju Island Mineral Water
• Dermatologically Tested
• Hypoallergenic
• Cruelty-Free
• Formulated without artificial fragrances, alcohol, sulfates, phthalates, and parabens.
• Best for all skin types.
• Lightweight Formula
• This formula is made with skin-friendly ingredients.

7. ACWELL Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner

We've all been there — when our skin looks and feels dull — and the truth is, who doesn't want a bright and glowing complexion? If you're looking for a toner to help bring some life back into your skin then the ACWELL Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner is just what you need.

Don't believe us? The ACWELL Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner is a 2018 Soko Glam Best of K-Beauty™ Winner and has been featured on Business Insider, NY Magazine The Strategist, Byrdie, Refinery29, The CUT, Stylecaster, Fashionista, and Very Good Light all for a reason.

This toner is formulated with peony extract and licorice water to brighten your skin and add a dose of luminosity to your complexion and guava leaves and rose and green tea extract to moisturize, calm, and reduce pigmentation, dark spots, and acne scars.

It can be utilized throughout the day for the best results. In the morning, it serves as a great foundation for cosmetics. During the day, it functions as a pick-me-up, and in the evening, after washing your face, it eliminates any remaining dirt or oil.

Features

• Contains Peony Extract, Licorice Water, Guava Leaves, and Rose and Green Tea Extract
• Skin Safety Tested
• Hypoallergenic
• Formulated to the Soko Glam Clean Standard
• Vegan-Friendly
• Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors, parabens, sulfate, BHT, ethyl alcohol, benzophenone, and mineral oil.
• Best for all skin types.
• Lightweight Formula

8. Benton Aloe BHA Skin Toner

Are you tired of having to deal with textured bumpy skin? Then you need to add the Benton Aloe BHA Skin Toner as part of your skincare routine.

This toner is formulated with aloe vera to soothe and provides moisture and nutrition to your skin, BHA to smooth skin texture by helping exfoliate away dead skin cells and control the oil-moisture balance, and portulaca oleracea extract to soothe, protect, and moisturize your skin.

Features

• Contains Aloe Vera, BHA, and Portulaca Oleracea Extract
• Clinically Tested
• Dermatologically Tested
• Non-Comedogenic
• Vegan-Friendly
• Cruelty-Free
• Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors, volatile alcohol, and polysorbate.
• Best for all skin types.
• Lightweight Formula

9. COSRX Propolis Synergy Toner

If you have oily skin, then you've probably compromised your skin barrier by trying to strip away the excess oil with harsh cleansers and exfoliants.

The COSRX Propolis Synergy Toner — which is a 2019 GlowPick Consumer Beauty Award — is formulated to help restore your skin barrier's natural balance and strengthen its protective functions.

This toner is formulated with 72.6% of propolis extract to balance your skin's water and oil levels and nourish and moisturize tired skin, 10.7% of honey extract to deliver moisture and vitality to your skin, and 0.2% of panthenol to decrease transepidermal water loss.

Features

• Contains over 72.6% of Propolis Extract, 10.7% of Honey Extract, and 0.2% of Panthenol
• Dermatologically Tested
• Hypoallergenic
• Cruelty-Free
• Formulated without artificial fragrances and dyes, sulfates, phthalates, alcohol, parabens, mineral oils, and essential oils.
• Best for all skin types.
• Lightweight Formula

10. PURITO Centella Green Level Calming Toner

In an attempt to keep your oily skin in check, have you been causing more harm than good? Then you need to give the PURITO Centella Green Level Calming Toner a try.

This toner is formulated with Centella Asiatica extract, which is well-known for its wound-healing abilities, sodium hyaluronate to penetrate deep into your skin, keeping it hydrated, and Panthenol to soothe and restore tired skin and strengthen your skin barrier.

Features

• Contains Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Panthenol
• Vegan-Friendly
• Cruelty-Free
• Formulated without fragrances, alcohol, and witch-hazel.
• Best for all skin types.
• Lightweight Formula

With so many options available, finding the right toner for you can be overwhelming. But no matter your skin's needs or what kind of results you're looking for, there's bound to be a toner that meets your skin's needs.

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