Well now, those generous beautyheaven folks have introduced me to some amazing products over the last six years, including a number that I wouldn't normally purchase (and which I now wouldn't dream of being without), and lo and behold, this is another - Sukin Hydrating Mist Toner...
Apart from discovering a new love, trialing this particular product has resulted in an addendum to my personal beauty dictionary - to me a toner has always been something that follows a cleanser, removing the last traces of makeup and grime from the skin, as well as (hopefully) shrinking pores, and applied to the skin using a cotton pad. This little bottle is something quite different - a delightfully refreshing spray that cools, calms and tones, and can be used either before moisturising or after applying makeup, anytime actually, and on any part of the body...
I'll admit it took a few days for me to even consider trying it out, mainly because I've been averse to spraying anything on my face for as long as I can remember. Two reasons for this - 1) I wear glasses, so anything that wets my face needs to dry before I feel comfortable enough to put them back on again (blind as a bat without them), and 2) in the past I've accidentally sprayed my face numerous times with all sorts of nastily inappropriate things - hairspray, deodorant, flyspray, air freshener etc., and my clumsiness has SO put me off using any kind of spray, in a bottle or a can. Of course this isn't an aerosol so it's hardly the same thing, but still I was hesitant...
Anyway the day came when I took a deep breath and spritzed my made-up face - well now, that wasn't so bad after all, in fact I found it a delightful experience. The toner has a very delicate rose fragrance, and it sure made me feel cooler and calmer, and it didn't take long to dry either - less than 20 seconds (probably because it's such a fine spray), so the waiting-to-put-the-glasses-back-on thingy was not an issue. Next I tried it after cleansing my face (on a hot and humid night), and I reckon that's when I succumbed to its charms - quite blissful really, cooling and revitalising, my skin felt hydrated and soft before moisturising, and almost as if it had firmed up a tad...
So now I'm hooked on this award winning bottle of goodness - it's 100% vegan (and not tested on animals), and contains no alcohol, nor any of the other usual chemical ingredients that can irritate or upset the skin's natural balance. I find it soothing, refreshing and amazingly pacifying. It's quite warm here inside my blogging HQ - I've just sprayed it on my neck and instantly enjoyed some relief from the heat, and my skin also feels like it's had a hydration boost. I reckon I'll continue to use it in the cooler months, if for no other reason than it simply gives me a lift...
Thank you ever so beautyheaven and Sukin for the opportunity to try this lovely product - at under $10, I'll definitely be purchasing it once I've hit the last squirt ♥
This is my first ever Sukin product - I'm most definitely impressed, and certain to be heading to my nearest chemist to sample the rest of the range. So gals, please let me know what Sukin products you love - I need a hand as to what to try next!
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HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!
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Take care of you,
kats xxx
This is one of my holy grail products, love it! I also keep one in the fridge in Summer for a quick refreshing spritz :)
ReplyDeleteI'm buying another bottle to do just that mayday! - sounds like a lifesaver when the temperature soars ♥
DeleteI looove Sukin and this is one of my favourite products especially in summer - best kept in the fridge and used throughout the day for a bit of refreshment me thinks! :)
ReplyDeleteHappy 2015, my lovely kats! xx
Ya Ms J! Thanks for dropping by hon - you've confirmed this fridge trick is the way to go ha ha. My very best wishes to you and your family for 2015 - may it be the best yet, safe, happy and healthy ♥♥♥
DeleteI gave one of my BIB votes to this Sukin toner! I'm not used to toners in a spray bottle, so I would put spray a cotton pad and use it like a normal toner
ReplyDeleteOh goody, another fan! Yes I tried it that way too stackcats, but I actually prefer to spray it on - most unusual for me, but it's so good to have the choice hey? ♡
DeleteMy toner is just about to run out, and it happens to be a spray toner as well. I've been trying to search for another spray toner as I'm so lazy and love to spray... might have to grab this one next! xx
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Well it's a beauty Jasmine, and the price is just right. Do please let me know if you try it, and what you think hon ♡♡♡
DeleteMaybe I'll have to give this a go. I'm addicted to Bioré cleansers, but when it comes to toner, I only buy Bioré out of habit. Any excuse for a trip to the fridge in summer sounds like a good idea to me!
ReplyDeleteGosh I wish I'd put mine in there earlier today hon - the power's just gone off in the whole suburb, and I'm sweltering here surrounded by candles!
DeleteI love perfume, love to try these.
ReplyDeleteI know this is an older post, but I've only just discovered your blog.
ReplyDeleteI'm absolutely in love with Sukin products, just try any of them, almost a guaranteed keeper. The most used product is definitely this toner spray and also the foaming facial cleanser - highly recommended for oily skin/T-zone.
Their shampoo and conditioner are also a fav and their bodywash. Sukin also has a derma range, appropriately named DermaSukin, I use the oil balancing wash during the spring/summer half of the year.
I also like their rosehop oil for winter (or when I'm lazy), however, I have not tried another, so I don't know how well it performs against other brands. I love it however, I layer their night cream and oil for bed.
Hi there Koshiko - nice to meet you, and delighted you've found my blog! I too have an oily T-zone so your recommendation of the foaming cleanser is most appreciated. Hope to read you again soon hon ♡
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