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Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula 8.5 fl oz (250 ml)

 
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Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz
 
4.2

(based on 118 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (65)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (33)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (8)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (5)

87%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Leaves clean feel (63)
  • Improves skin texture (51)
  • Balances skin (44)
  • Gentle (36)
  • Not greasy (26)

Cons

  • Dries out skin (9)
  • Irritates skin (6)
  • Doesn't work (3)

Best Uses

  • Daily use (42)
  • Combination skin (31)
  • Oily skin (29)
  • All skin types (21)
  • Sensitive skin (16)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Budget shopper (33), Brand buyer (26)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Appropriately named product

I typically don't chose to use a toner in my skin regimen, but when I do feel the need to boost my regimen; this is the toner I chose to use! If your skin...Read complete review

I typically don't chose to use a toner in my skin regimen, but when I do feel the need to boost my regimen; this is the toner I chose to use! If your skin is not used to Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) or Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA) please note that they are just that – acids, and they will irritate the skin causing an uncomfortable burning and/or stinging sensation, initially leaving your skin looking a bit red, like you've been slapped. That all goes away with use and time.

This product has Glycolic Acid (an AHA fantastic for evening skin tone and texture) and Salicylic Acid (a BHA used in this product to reduce the size of pores). No where have I been able to find out exactly how much of each this product contains though. 5% is good, 10% is best but hard to find, 2% is the OTC norm but generally ineffective for long term purposes. My best guess is that this product contains 1% of each since it has two separate types of acids. Don't expect much more from this product that what the name suggests – Pore Refining .. and I think you'll be pleased with it =)

WARNING:- Although it contains some really good products like AHA, BHA, SODIUM PCA (a natural moisturizing agent found in all living cells), ALOE VERA (a natural anti-irritant and moisturizer) and ALLANTOIN (an anti-irritant that helps to retain moisture, increases smoothness, promotes healing, and is an acne fighter) it also contains some really "iffy" ingredients like WITCH HAZEL (a soothing compound that can be irritating to some), EUCALYPTUS (an anti-inflammatory that kills bacteria but also can be irritating), PEPPERMINT (a known skin irritant with cooling properties that supposedly can help reduce itching - why you would need that in a Toner I don't know!) and the most disturbing of the bunch yet listed dead last before "fragrance" so the product should contain very little of the offending ingredient .. PEG 40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL (a highly disputed "natural" (if you consider castor oil that's been treated with a carcinogenic petroleum based chemical natural) product generally not considered safe for use on injured or damaged skin!)

If you're worried about over drying, irritating, or applying carcinogens to your skin daily you should probably use this product as I do .. only occasionally.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Alright at first but...

When I first started using this I loved it. It does a good job of removing leftover traces of makeup after washing my face and it makes you skin feel incredibly smooth and soft. ...Read complete review

When I first started using this I loved it. It does a good job of removing leftover traces of makeup after washing my face and it makes you skin feel incredibly smooth and soft. However after using this for about 3 weeks, my skin is becoming very sensitive to it. It has started to make my skin literally sting after use, especially around my cheek area and forehead. I have not changed anything about my skin routine so this is a really big let down. Will not be repurchasing!

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5.0

This is the best toner I have ever used

By rosie

from New Windsor, NY

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Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Balances Skin
  • Improves Skin Texture
  • It keeps me looking young
  • Leaves Clean Feel

Cons

  • none

Best Uses

  • All Skin Types
  • Combination Skin
  • Daily Use
  • Sensitive Skin

Comments about Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz:

I use this twice daily. In the morning after I wash my face and in the evening before I go to bed. This tones my skin and helps minimize my pores. I put my skin cream on and I'm all set.

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5.0

The Best Toner Ever

By shorty

from Richardson, Texas

describe yourself Budget Buyer

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Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Balances Skin
  • Gentle
  • Leaves Clean Feel
  • Leaves skin feeling clean
  • Not Greasy
  • Smells Great

Cons

    Best Uses

    • All Skin Types
    • Daily Use
    • Dry Skin

    Comments about Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz:

    I use this each time after I wash my face. It gets all that "residual" dirt and leaves my face so clean yet does not dry it out.

    Love this product and have used it for many years. Cannot find any other product that is better.

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    3.0

    Does not visibly minimise pores

    By Donna

    from Singapore

    describe yourself Budget Buyer

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    Pros

    • Leaves Clean Feel
    • Smells Great

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz:

        I find this just an average product. It doesn't do anything bad to my skin, nor does it do anything really great for my skin.

        I do not find my pores smaller. I also do not find a decrease in blackheads nor clogged pores.

        It has a very harsh alcohol smell. I have learned to hold my breath whenever I'm applying it, if not I'd choke on the smell. However, it leaves a very strong and perfumey scent when it dries, which I quite like because that means my face smells nice!

        I recently had a break out of tiny pimples across my forehead (NOT blaming this product) but I was disappointed to see that this toner did nothing to prevent the break out in the first place!

        If you're looking for a solution to problem skin, this might not be the answer. I rate it as a regular toner and not a toner to cure any type of problem skin.

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        2.0

        Drys skin out alot

        By qwerty

        from Southern California

        describe yourself Budget Buyer

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Leaves Clean Feel

        Cons

        • Dries Out Skin

        Best Uses

        • All Skin Types

        Comments about Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz:

        This made my skin have dry skin around my nose, and have brown flakey skin on my nose and forehead.

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        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Excellent toner/skin refiner

        By swimgal

        from CA

        describe yourself Budget Buyer

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Balances Skin
        • Improves Skin Texture
        • Leaves Clean Feel
        • Not Greasy

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Combination Skin
          • Daily Use

          Comments about Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz:

          I wanted to step up my toner, as I was using Neutrogena alcohol free toner, and wanted something that had a little more kick to it, and this is the one! It seems to remove much more from my face - judging from what I see on the cotton ball - and leaves a wonderful finish after. Although it contains 35% alcohol, which is kinda high, it's balanced by the glycolic and salicylic acids which are both very good for controlling problem skin and refining it at the same time.

          I also have tried two other Neutrogena toners/astringents which weren't quite right for my skin type (50+ combination): Neutrogena alcohol-free toner (too wimpy) and Neutrogena Clear Pore, which was so harsh it practically burned the skin right off my face... So, this one is perfect.

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          5.0

          The best!

          By nanie3

          from Illinois

          describe yourself Budget Buyer

          See all my reviews

          Pros

          • Gentle
          • Improves Skin Texture
          • Leaves Clean Feel
          • Not Greasy

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • All Skin Types
            • Daily Use

            Comments about Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz:

            I love this cleanser, found it some time ago and then it wasn't on the shelves at the store anymore. Glad that I found it here.

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            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner

            By Bradley2011

            from Texas

            Pros

            • Balances Skin
            • Improves Skin Texture
            • Leaves Clean Feel
            • Smells Great

            Cons

              Best Uses

                Comments about Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz:

                First of all, I am all about customer reviews b/c I shop online all the time, but don't usually leave reviews myself, but for this toner, I had to! This stuff is awesome! After I cleanse my face & I follow with this toner, the cotton ball is slightly greyish in color & I know it's getting all the old skin cells & the last traces of stuff off my face. My face looks so clean after I use this, & I LOVE the smell! It smells so fresh & clean, which is an added bonus to an already fresh feeling face! Sometimes when I do wear make-up, if I have to go over my face more than once, it does sting, but it doesn't bother me b/c I know it's working. All in all, I love this stuff & will most likely stick with it. I tend to stray & go from product to product, & I'm really trying to stop this & stay with just one cleanser, toner & moisturizer, & so far have not found one that can stand up to this!

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                4.0

                Soft, smooth skin!

                By A Cat

                from Carlsbad, CA

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                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Gentle
                • Improves Skin Texture
                • Leaves Clean Feel

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Daily Use

                  Comments about Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz:

                  I have been using this toner for a couple of weeks and must say that I have definitely noticed softer, smoother skin as a result. I only wish it had more of a dramatic pore reducing effect, but it is probably one of the best toners I have used.

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                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  I would buy this product again

                  By Aggie

                  from FL

                  describe yourself Budget Buyer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Balances Skin
                  • Improves Skin Texture
                  • Leaves Clean Feel
                  • Smells Great

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Combination Skin
                    • Daily Use
                    • Oily Skin

                    Comments about Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz:

                    i was looking for this product in a store but couldn't find it .I love it, it's great for my combination skin.

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                    5.0

                    Favorite toner

                    By kb

                    from virginia

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                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Balances Skin
                    • Gentle
                    • Leaves Clean Feel
                    • Minimizes pores

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Daily Use
                      • Oily Skin

                      Comments about Neutrogena Pore Refining Toner, Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Formula, 8.5 fl oz:

                      I love this - it's the only toner I use. My CVS has stopped carrying it, so I'm glad Drugstore has it. Doesn't leave my face feeling dry or tight like others.

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