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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

Great toner.

By Deb

from Queens, NY

describe yourself Brand Buyer

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Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Balances Skin
  • Clarifies Skin
  • Gentle
  • Leaves Clean Feel
  • Not Greasy

Cons

    Best Uses

    • All Skin Types
    • Combination Skin
    • Daily Use
    • Dry Skin
    • Oily Skin

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

    Cleanses well without irritating or overdrying.

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    4.0

    QUALITY TONER

    By SHOSHANNA

    from BRONX, NY

    describe yourself Budget Buyer

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Balances Skin
    • Clarifies Skin
    • Gentle
    • Improves Skin Texture
    • Not Greasy

    Cons

    • Perfumy

    Best Uses

    • Oily Skin
    • Sensitive Skin

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

    This is an excellent toner for oily skin cleans and clarifies- a little too much fragrance is the only downfall why I didn't give it 5 stars-it is excellent otherwise.

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    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Love it.

    By B

    from Ohio

    describe yourself Budget Buyer

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Balances Skin
    • Gentle
    • Improves Skin Texture
    • Leaves Clean Feel
    • Removes Make Up

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Combination Skin
      • Daily Use
      • Oily Skin

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

      Been using this for a few years now, and I love it. Really makes my skin feel great!

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      5.0

      Only toner I use

      By luvs2shopGA

      from Acworth, GA

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      Pros

      • Clarifies Skin
      • Gentle
      • Leaves Clean Feel
      • Not Greasy

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Oily Skin

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

        I use this toner every day - I have extremely oily skin and always need to use a toner after I wash my face. Gets any excess makeup or cleanser off. Doesn't seem to dry my face too much and does not have a strong odor.

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        5.0

        Effective Toner for Sensitive Skin

        By PhoenixDavid

        from Alexandria, VA

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        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Balances Skin
        • Gentle
        • Improves Skin Texture
        • Leaves Clean Feel
        • Removes Make Up

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Sensitive Skin

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

          I have very Sensitive Skin. Neutrogena Toner effectively and gently removes any excess cleanser left on my skin.
          Before I used Neutrogena products my skin had noticeable irritations from shaving. By using Neutrogena's Cleanser, Toner and Moisturizer, the irritation from shaving has been eliminated.

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          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          This stuff is awesome!

          By Gerri

          from Milwaukee, WI

          Pros

          • Clarifies Skin
          • Improves Skin Texture

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • All Skin Types

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

            I think this would work for most all skin types, I use this toner and first I use the face srub with the alpha and beta hydroxy in it. I read the alpha hydroxy is used to clear the surface of the skin...(dead skin cells and dirt) and the beta hydroxy is used to get deep down into the poor to kick out white and blackheads. I had combination dry-oily skin with semi-large pores, and develop a lot of blackheads and sometimes whiteheads. The only thing that helps keep these away...is I use an abrasive srub..St. Ives apricot and then the neutrogena scrub and toner...my skin has a glow and my black and whiteheads aren't as frequent now. My pores have also shrunk down a lot...(my nose and cheeks were the worst) Also if you do try this, you will want to stick with it for a few months, because these products do draw out all the gunk from your pores, so you will look like you are breaking out for a while, but then it will dwindle down as long as you keep up with it. Also I don't have to use as much, if any...moisturizer because this draws the skins natural Sebum Oil out.

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            2.0

            Not Worth the Money!

            By Jamie

            from New York, United States

            describe yourself Budget Buyer

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Deep Cleans
            • Removes Make Up

            Cons

            • Causes Breakouts
            • Dries Out Skin
            • Irritates Skin

            Best Uses

            • Daily Use
            • Oily Skin

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

            I was excited to buy this, because I have oily skin and large pores. While it does a great job of cleaning out excess make-up, it dried out my skin, made it break out in small pimples, and made it red across my cheeks. I would not recommend this product... unless you use it only twice a week.

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            5.0

            great overall toner

            By repeat purchaser

            from Kalamazoo, MI

            describe yourself Brand Buyer

            See all my reviews

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Clarifies Skin
            • Deep Cleans
            • Improves Skin Texture
            • Leaves Clean Feel

            Cons

            • Dries Out Skin

            Best Uses

            • Oily Skin

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

            It really works to deep clean and help prevent acne. Can be a little drying if your skin isn't real oily. I don't use it in the winter very often.

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            4.0

            LoveIT

            By NevadaHomes

            from Reno, NV

            describe yourself Brand Buyer

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Deep Cleans

            Cons

            • Dries Out Skin

            Best Uses

            • Oily Skin

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

            It does prevent breakout. I love that it is not too strong.

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            4.0

            Clearer and brighter skin otucome

            By Jen.

            from Brooklyn

            describe yourself Budget Buyer

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Balances Skin
            • Clarifies Skin
            • Deep Cleans
            • 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 actually like this toner. At first it may seem like it isn't working, but if it is used on a regular basis (once in the morning and at night), your skin will start to illuminate. it leaves this soothingly soft feeling on your face as if it is moisturized. overall, i am very pleased by this product as it has actually refined my pores, and made me look younger. i have been using this for over a year, and will keep doing so. however, the only con about this that i find is that it is a bit expensive.

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