The Sanctuary Pore Refining Toner

The sanctuary spa pore refining toner I saw this toner in boots a few days before my holiday about two weeks ago and it was a travel size product so I thought I would try it out on holiday. I have tried a lot of sanctuary bath/body products but I have not tried any of their skin care products before this one, so I did not really know what to expect. - Sanctuary Spa description "This gentle toner helps to balance skin's pH levels and minimises the appearance of open pores without stripping or drying skin. The astringent action of witch hazel helps avoid blemishes, while also minimising the ... more

After receiving one of the much loved £5 off skin care vouchers from Boots off I went to pick out a new product to try. After much deliberation the product I left the store with was the pore refining toner from the sanctuary. Who is ‘The Sanctuary’? The sanctuary is a day spa that is located in Covent Garden, London. The spa has released numerous products to allow consumers to enjoy the luxurious pampering treatments in the comfort of their own homes. I love being pampered and the idea of having spa treatments at home without having to pay the hefty price tags appeals to me a lot which is why ... more

Until fairly recently I have to admit I didn’t really understand the role using a toner played in a skincare regime. My skin care regime includes cleansing, exfoliating and moisturising; along with applying a face mask a couple of times a week. I thought that with my routine I’d covered all bases. When I received a sample of Clarins toner I decided to investigate further. A little research shed some light on this for me. A toner is designed to be used after a cleanser or mask but before a moisturiser and its job is to remove any excess cleanser, and shrink the appearance of pores. After ... more