Nourishing Manuka Toner
Your skin will glisten with youthful radiance when you use this blend of invigorating plant extracts, Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), and balancing natural ingredients such as Kakadu Plum, Cucumber, and Lotus flower.
Perfect for daily or advanced skin-care
Our Manuka Toner makes use of AHAs to remove dead skin cells and then goes on to restore and nourish your skin with essential vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids.
Dermatologically tested for sensitive skin.
Natural Active Ingredients
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Manuka Honey is no ordinary honey. Considered one of Nature's greatest ingredients. Honey Biotics is made using only New Zealand UMF15+ Manuka which is exclusively famous for its healing properties and ability to treat and protect wounds of all kinds.
Manuka Honey is a product of New Zealand plant Leptospermum Scoparium. When bees pollinate from this plant, their honey is more potent than standard honey bee honey. This is because it has a high concentration of Methylglyoxal (MGO)
- Has strong antibacterial/antiviral properties: Manuka Honey has been used as natural antibiotics throughout the centuries. In recent years, researchers have discovered that Manuka Honey’s power to kill germs comes from hydrogen peroxide produced with the help of a bee enzyme and methylgloxal which comes from the nectar of the Manuka plant.Manuka honey is effective in killing pathogens, including antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Keeping the skin bacteria-free speeds up the healing process.
- Promotes wound healing: Manuka honey recruits the correct type of cells, known as fibroblasts, needed to help wounds heal. Aside from that, it also creates a moist environment and a protective barrier to speed up healing, which is why it's often used to treat wounds, burns, and ulcers.
- Is an effective anti-inflammatory: The anti-inflammatory properties of manuka honey have not been matched in honey derived from other species of bees
- Offers antioxidant protection: Manuka honey regulates skin-damaging reactive oxygen species (caused by exposure to free radicals), making it beneficial for anti-aging purposes.
- Draws moisture to the skin: "Manuka honey is a natural humectant due to its sugar component, meaning it helps draw in and retain moisture in the skin.
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Cucumber (Cucumis Sativus) is a renowned ingredient in cosmetics for soothing and moisturising effects. Rich in Vitamin E, Cucumis Sativus seeds contains oils that have great fatty acids and emollient properties.- Reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Soothes and reduces acne
- Reduces redness
- Alleviates sunburn
- Increases firmness and skin elasticity
- Lightens sunspots
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Not only is Gluconolactone a great moisturising agent, It also helps to repair and strengthen the skin. Gluconolactone is a naturally occurring Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) Gluconolactone is often referred to as a next generation Alpha-Hydroxy Acid (AHA).
- Smoothes and evens the skins surface by lifting off dead skin cells
- Decreases wrinkles long term by thickening the skin improving its elasticity.
- It is an anti-oxidant, but does not increase risk of sun damage
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Glycerin moisturises the skin, it attracts moisture from the air into the top layer of skin, and due to its low molecular weight, will continue to draw moisture to the deeper layers of the dermis.
Glycerin has a very low molecular weight which allows it to penetrate deep into the skin after being applied. It is the basic backbone of most essential lipids, which are oils found within your skin, so it has a great affinity to the skin. It keeps your skin soft, supple, and hydrated. Honey Biotics Glycerine is only sourced from RSPO certified sources.
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Glycolic Acid is an AHA similar to Lactic, Hyaluronic and Citric.
These natural acids are primarily used for clearing dead skin cells and chemical exfoliation resulting in un-clogged pores and giving a thorough cleansing of the face. Glycolic Acid works by breaking down the substances that hold the dead skin cells together. Glycolic acid penetrates deeper than other treatments and is known as being safe to use on sensitive skin.
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Witch Hazel (Hamamelis Virginiana) is a North American skin care active loaded with active components.
These include astringent, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-bacterial compounds. It also promotes a more even skin tone, tightens pores and soothes skin irritations.
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Lactic acid is a hydrating alpha hydroxy acid (AHA). It’s a gentle yet effective exfoliant that works by loosening the bonds between dead skin cells.
Lactic acid smooths and evens the skin whilst also making it firmer which in turn reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Lactic acid is also known for its benefits in treatment of acne, eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. Lactic acid is one of the mildest forms of AHA’s so its safe to use on sensitive skin.
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Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract is the highest known source of Vitamin C in the world! Native only to Australia.
The Kakadu Plum has been used by the indigenous people of Northern Australia for thousands of years to treat all sorts of ailments.
One Kakadu Plum contains up to 55 times as much Vitamin C as an Orange.
Vitamin C is used as a natural alternative to harsh chemical skin lighteners for its natural brightening effects.
It is also a natural antioxidant, reducing Free Radicals (Free radicals are molecules that cause damage to skin cells), to ensure correct skin function and boost cell regeneration, keeping your skin healthy, firm and with a youthful glow.
Kakadu Plum is also a natural anti-inflammatory active, helping to reduce redness associated with acne and soothe irritated skin.