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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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2.0

I'm almost done with the ...

By Lily C

from Covina, CA

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

I'm almost done with the bottle now and I haven't noticed any results. It's also got a strong alcohol smell. It's no different from the many other toners on the market.

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5.0

I'm a 25yr old woman and ...

By Anonymous

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

I'm a 25yr old woman and I've been using this for 2 years and it does its job. It clears away dirt and make up from my face; it makes my face fee like it can breathe. I also use it in conjunction with the pore refining face wash, and they both make my pores smaller and smoother after use.

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4.0

This toner is great! The ...

By Anonymous

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

This toner is great! The salicylic acid in it is helping the spots on my face and they are reducing in size and color with continuous use. The glycolic acid also refines my pores. I only gave it 4 stars because it does refine my pores but not around my nose area where my annoying blackheads reside. But it isn't really much of a problem for me, because I can easily get rid of them with a scrub. Also, it smoothes out my skin; I could hardly feel any tiny bumps around my face. Those that have dry skin may not be a good candidate for this product because it does have drying agents (salicylic acid). This might be good for someone who has both oily skin and large pores.

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4.0

It doesn't do much for ...

By Jeanette

from New York, NY

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

It doesn't do much for pore-refining, but it is a great toner. It makes my skin feel tingly afterwards and does not dry it out.

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4.0

I have been using it for ...

By bonita

from Quincy, MA

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

I have been using it for two years, and yes, it does leave your skin super smooth right after you put it on, and evens out skin tone. However, the problem with this is I have combination skin, and my T-zone is my trouble spot. Therefore, my nose gets filled with blackheads and chin area as well every couple of weeks. I'm going to look into something else. But overall, this product is very good.

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4.0

I really like this toner. ...

By Barbara

from Undisclosed

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

I really like this toner. I have noticed that it does shrink my very large pores up almost immediately, and seems to help with my skin's texture. For the price, it's definitely a good toner!

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5.0

I have used this product ...

By Beverly

from Hackensack, NJ

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

I have used this product for over 3 years. I am 55, but people think I'm in my late 30's. My skin is very sensitive to most anything, but quite simply this line works. It really does what it says it's going to do...can't live with out it!

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3.0

I have a combination ...

By Jennifer

from Cupertino, CA

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

I have a combination skin, and I probably have sensitive skin also. I've used this product for two weeks, and my pores are not smaller at all. It has a very nice smell, and my face feel very clean after using it. I thought it might help me on pore-clogging problem, but now I have a red breakout that hurts when you touch it. I don't know if the toner cause it, but if you have sensitive skin--even not very sensitive, don't use it.

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1.0

I am in my mid-30's. I ...

By Anonymous

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

I am in my mid-30's. I have become a hair care and skincare fiend. I have combination skin. I have used this product of months now because I feel in love with Neutrogena's anti-wrinkle cream with retinol and sunscreen. This toner does not do what it advertises. I have switched to Burt's Bees rosewater and glycerin toner. Burt's Bees rosewater and glycerin toner is excellent.

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2.0

After several months of ...

By Anonymous

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

After several months of daily use, I haven't noticed a difference. Probably won't buy again.

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