Essential Oil Alternatives: Face Toner DIY
Jenna Jones
Restoring the skin’s natural balance doesn’t have to come at the cost of stripping your skin of vital nutrients. Too many over-the-counter facial products are laced with perfumes and synthetics that actually lead to more serious skin issues.
The Natural Way
Adding drops of our Age Defy Synergy Blend to your beauty routine can yield wondrous results. From a cellular level, Age Defy reduces inflammation while it sustains smoother, more radiant skin.
In place of harsh, commercial toners, witch hazel helps remove dead skin and eliminate toxins. It also naturally fights wrinkles and acne while helping to calm puffiness and irritation. Lavender and Frankincense are packed with smoothing properties and antioxidants which support healthy skin.
EG's Essential Oil Face Toner DIY
Enliven your skin with our essential oil face toner. Use our step-by-step guide or customize your own natural toner with your favorite essential oils.
What You Need:
Filtered water
Witch hazel
190-proof alcohol
Lavender essential oil (optional)
Frankincense essential oil (optional)
2 oz. Bottle
How To:
- Combine 1 tbsp of 190-proof alcohol, 6 drops of Age Defy Synergy Blend, 3 drops of Lavender essential oil and 3 drops of Frankincense essential oil in your 2 oz glass bottle.
- Wait a few hours, then add 1 oz witch hazel and 1 tbsp of distilled water. Shake gently to combine.
- During your morning and night beauty routine, use toner after washing your face. Let your skin air dry and apply moisturizer.
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10 comments
Hi Cherie! If you’re combining Rosehip oil with two hydrous ingredients – witch hazel and aloe vera – you’ll need a solubilizer to combine the oil and water-based ingredients and a preservative. For in depth formulation advice, please reach out to us at aaa@edensgarden.com.
I want to make an 8 ounce batch of toner using witch hazel, aloe and rosehip. How much of each should I use to create the 8 ounces? Thanks!
Hi Jessica! You’ll need to ask the manufacturer you purchase the Polysorbate 20 from for directions on how much to use, but in general, you’ll need to use about equal parts Polysorbate and essential oil or between 1-2% Polysorbate 20.
If I use Polysorbate 20 instead of the 190-proof alcohol, do I use the same 1 tbsp amount or is there a different ratio?
Hi Sheri! The alcohol is a very high proof, of which Everclear is a typical brand. 190 proof is required for the oil to properly mix in the water. You can also replace the alcohol with a solubilizer such as Polysorbate 20.