FASHION & BEAUTY

How to glow like the sun in the coldest of temperatures

Style tips and tricks

TONE UP

It’s been too easy in the past to regard toners as pointless, claiming a lot when offering the benefits of little more than pretty- smelling water. So it’s no wonder they have had a makeover in the past few years. New- gen toners are treatment products, many of them with active agents to help soothe the skin, reduce redness, and protect cells against free radicals. The experts say one of their main benefits is allowing maximum penetration of serums and moisturizers that follow. Essentially, they’re supercharged skincare primers. Dermalogica’s UltraCalming Mist ($ 72) locks in hydration and soothes the skin thanks to its combination of oats and anti- inflammatory botanicals. Sensitive types should notice an immediate improvement in burning and itching, and because it reduces redness, it’s an excellent base for makeup. Also good for calming and balancing the skin is ManukaRx’s Pro- Aging Mist Toner ($ 32.95). Gentle and ultra- hydrating — making it especially good for the colder months — it’s made with East Cape mānuka oil and rosehip oil and is suitable for all skin types.