toner

noun

ton·​er ˈtō-nər How to pronounce toner (audio)
: 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

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Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Salicylic Acid Exfoliant Want more from your toner? Sarah Felbin, SELF, 9 Oct. 2024 First in an email from a publicist highlighting the K-beauty brand’s new collection—a trio of products (a cleansing powder, toner, and serum) powered by rice to achieve glass skin. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2024 Not to mention, K-beauty is now more accessible than ever—making your new favorite toner pads or sparkly eyeshadow palette just a few clicks away. Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 6 Sep. 2024 The new class of hydrating toners are also worth considering. Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for toner 

Word History

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of toner was in 1888

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“Toner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toner. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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

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