From gentle hydration to targeted treatments, the Fundamentals Toner Series does more than refresh — it transforms.
July 2025, South Africa – If you still think of toners as harsh astringents that sting your skin and strip away moisture, it’s time to rethink your skincare game. Modern toners are now essential treatment steps — not optional extras — and Fundamentals Skincare is leading the way with its powerful yet gentle Toner Series.
With a strong reputation for hydrating and cleansing, these toners are more than skin-prep products. Each formula is a treatment in itself, designed to restore your skin’s balance, target specific concerns, and amplify the effects of the rest of your routine.
Let’s break down the four expertly formulated toners — Inflasoothe, Moisture Boost, Pore Control, and Refresh — and find the best match for your skin.
Inflasoothe Toner – Calm in a Bottle
Best for: Sensitive, irritated, or inflamed skin
Hero ingredients: 2% Centella Asiatica, 2% Hyaluronic Acid, 1% Beta Glucan
What it does: Inflasoothe lives up to its name — this toner is your skin’s rescue remedy. Whether you’re dealing with redness, post-acne irritation, or sensitivity from over-exfoliation, Inflasoothe is a soothing and calming toner that reduces inflammation. A blend of soothing ingredients and skin-repairing agents helps reinforce the skin barrier while delivering light hydration.
Moisture Boost Toner – Daily Drink for Your Skin
Best for: Dry, dehydrated, or tight skin
Hero ingredients: A patented moisture enhancing complex = 95% Squalane, 2% Hyaluronic Acid, 1% Ceramide
What it does: Think of this toner as a splash of water for thirsty skin. It is an intensely hydrating toner to minimise trans-epidermal water loss. Moisture Boost replenishes lost hydration immediately after cleansing, prepping your skin to better absorb serums and moisturizers. It’s lightweight, non-sticky, and gives your complexion that healthy, plump glow. To be used twice a day (morning and evening) for the best results.
Respondents who used this toner experienced:
- An 82,8% improvement in the water distribution of the skin;
- An increased level of water content in the outer and lower layer of the stratum Corneum
- Triple moisturising effects;
- This toner can also be used on the scalp for a 40,57% increase in moisture content of the scalp.
Pore Control Toner – Clearer Skin Starts Here
Best for: Oily, combination, or acne-prone skin (water-based toner)
Hero ingredients: Niaicinamide, 5% Pistacia Lentiscus Gum, 2% Hyaluronic Acid
What it does: If congested pores, breakouts, and excess oil are your main concerns, Pore Control is your go-to treatment. This toner gently exfoliates and unclogs pores while helping regulate sebum production. It also minimises the appearance of pores over time, improves overall skin health and creates a smooth finish that manages imperfections for purified skin.
Refresh Toner – The Everyday All-Rounder
Best for: Oily, Combination, Sensitive, Dry
Hero ingredients: Green Tea Extract, Bisabolol, Beta Glucan, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
What it does: Refresh is the multi-tasking toner you can use day or night. It is a highly effective toner for the soothing of inflammation, redness, irritation, swelling and itchiness while hydrating, soothing, and toning the skin in one step — perfect for anyone who wants a clean, soft, and balanced complexion without fuss. A concentrate that has anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits, calming skin irritation while soothing redness and swelling, giving the skin relief and greater comfort especially in hypersensitive skin.
Why You Should Be Using a Toner — Every Day
Toners are no longer optional. They are necessary skin treatments that need to be part of your skincare routines. Some benefits include:
- Rebalance skin pH after cleansing
- Hydrate and prep the skin for better serum and moisturizer absorption
- Treat specific concerns like acne, sensitivity, or dryness
- Remove leftover impurities or cleanser residue
Used correctly, toners are not just cleansing — they’re corrective.
How to Use Properly use Toners:
- After cleansing, apply the toner to a cotton pad or directly into palms.
- Pat or swipe gently across your face and neck — no rubbing needed.
- Follow up with your serum, moisturiser, and SPF (if used in the morning).
- Use morning and night, or as recommended for your skin type.
Formulated with Skin-Loving Science
Each toner in the series is:
- Fragrance-free
- Cruelty-free
- Cosmeceutical-grade
- Dermatologist-tested
- Loving Made in SA
- Made with high-performance, low-irritation actives
Whether you’re targeting a specific concern or just want a balanced, glowing complexion, the Fundamentals Skincare Toner Series offers an effective, no-nonsense step that your routine may be missing.
Explore the Fundamentals Skincare Toner Series and find the formula that fits your skin — because healthy skin always starts with the right foundation.
