toner

noun

ton·​er ˈtō-nər 

: one that tones or is a source of tones: such as

a

: a substance (such as a thermoplastic powder) used especially to develop an image (such as a latent xerographic image) on a piece of paper

b

: a liquid cosmetic for cleansing the skin and contracting the pores

c

: a solution used to impart color to a silver photographic image

Examples of toner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Plans start at just $14 per month, and come with makeup brushes and sponges, eye shadow, concealer, toner, lipstick, nail polish and more. —Christopher Murray, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024

The brand’s cult-favorite lip mask is included, plus a water cream moisturizer, toner, and water sleeping mask. —Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024

Healthier skin Turmeric isn’t just beneficial for the skin when it’s infused into toners and creams. —Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024

Another Best of Beauty winner, The Essence, is a creamy toner that delivers baby-soft skin thanks to an unexpected secret ingredient: yeast. —Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

tone entry 2 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

toner

noun

ton·​er

ˈtō-nər

: one that tones

a muscle toner

especially : a liquid cosmetic for cleansing the skin and contracting the pores

facial toners