Vinegar and Honey Facial Toner

Submitted by Soapster1980

"Great recipe for acne prone skin. I was having constant problems maintaining a clear complexion, and over the years, started looking for some homemade solutions. I learned that if you use bar soap to wash your face with, it really is a must to rebalance your skins pH with a good toner. I came up with this very simple recipe, which has served me well (if the vinegar is too overpowering for you, feel free to reduce the amount you add). The Vinegar assists in rebalancing your skin. The Honey does an excellent job at maintaining proper moisture, and is also great for healing and correcting blemished/trouble skin (just be sure to use raw honey). The distilled Rose Water acts as a gentle astringent - and most importantly - does a pretty good job at softening/masking the vinegary scent. I never recommend using alcohol in your skin care products - if your rose water says it has alcohol in it, look elsewhere. Blemish Free and Lovin' It! Christina"

 

• Ready In: 5mins
• Ingredients: 3
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups

ingredients

• 2 -4 tablespoons raw honey
• 1 cup rose water
• 1⁄2 cup apple cider vinegar

directions

1. Mix all ingredients together until honey has completely disolved.
2. Pour into a bottle and cap (I use the glass bottle that my Rose Water comes in - then cork it with a clean wine cork).
3. You may choose to keep this toner in the fridge for a cool refreshing feel, or leave it at room temperature.
4. Use a cotton ball to smooth over face and neck after washing. Allow to dry/Leave on.
5. ***I recommend giving this mixture several days to 'rest' before actually using (shaking on occasion to keep sediments from forming). This will prevent a slightly 'sticky' feel on your skin from the honey. Give it a few good shakes to make sure the honey stays well blended before use.

Reviews

[strangelittlebeast]

I really like this.Mine didn't turn out sticky(I did use the least amount of honey called for)I thought the vinegar might be too harsh for my skin,but this leaves it really soft.I used raw apple cider vinegar,5% acidity.I agree that the rose water really helps with the vinegar smell.Mine only smelled like vinegar for a few minutes,then my face smelled like rose water the rest of the day!Does any one else think this tastes good?Lol.reminds me of a 'cleansing' drink.I only gave it four stars for now because I haven't used it long enough to know it's long term effects (ie; help clear up my acne)Will be checking back with the results.<br/>Update:This really has helped control my breakouts.Of course,my skin isn't 100% clear ;I didn't expect that though,after 10 years of acne.This is one of the best home-remedies I've tried.5 stars.

 

[Batalat]

since i used this toner i never used something else ITS THE BEST thank you soapster1980

 

[greengirl512]

this works wonders!!!

 

[UmmBinat]

This truly does balance skins pH. Mine is a still sticky after many days of making it though but I may have added a bit more raw honey than called for. DH finds the smell of the vinegar too strong so I apply it when he is not around. I use Iranian rose water, which I prefer along with Edan brand organic apple cider vinegar. I guess it would be a must to use organic apple cider vinegar as apple cider flavoured vinegar does not have the same health benefits! If you have acne because of yeast on the skin I think the apple cider vinegar may not be the best idea and suggest to try the remedy stated in the introduction of recipe#406949. I do still feel a need to use additional moisturiser along with this toner.