But where did this second step, which has classically been eithertoner or astringent, come from?

Toner, for that reason, contained alcohol to help remove this oil.

As such, it is now made without alcohol, and tends to be more gentle.

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Astringent, however, has taken the place of toner as the product meant to remove excess oil.

It usually does contain alcohol.

So if you havesensitive skin, which is better?

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