Do I really need a toner, or can I skip straight to moisturiser?

Toner clarifies and exfoliates in a way cleanser alone doesn't, skipping it means your moisturiser is working on less-prepped skin.

Does it sting or feel harsh?

It's formulated as a gentle, daily-use step; if you experience irritation, reduce to once daily and reassess.

Can I use it both morning and night?

Yes, it's designed for twice-daily use, right after cleansing.

Where does it sit with Day Cream?

Apply toner immediately after cleansing, then Day Cream, then SPF in the morning.

Is this the same as an astringent toner that dries skin out?

No, it's formulated to clarify and exfoliate without the drying, tightening effect of old-style astringent toners.

Nimue Nimue Toner

Name: Nimue Toner
Brand: Nimue
SKU: NIM3
Price: 349.00 AED
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (284 reviews)

The DarDoc routine

Four steps, each with a clear job.

Nimue Cleansing Gel

AED349 · 140ml

Step

Cleanse

Frequency

AM and PM

Use

Apply to wet skin, massage gently for 30 seconds, then rinse with warm water.

Nimue Toner

AED349 · 140ml

Step

Condition

Frequency

AM and PM

Use

Apply to a cotton pad and sweep across cleansed skin. No rinsing needed.

Nimue Sun-C SPF 40

AED299 · 60ml

Step

Protect

Frequency

Every morning, last step

Use

Apply as the last step of your morning routine, after moisturiser.

Nimue Cleansing Gel

AED349

140ml

Step

Cleanse

Frequency

AM and PM

Use

Apply to wet skin, massage gently for 30 seconds, then rinse with warm water.

Nimue Toner

AED349

140ml

Step

Condition

Frequency

AM and PM

Use

Apply to a cotton pad and sweep across cleansed skin. No rinsing needed.

Nimue Sun-C SPF 40

AED299

60ml

Step

Protect

Frequency

Every morning, last step

Use

Apply as the last step of your morning routine, after moisturiser.

Customer reviews

Verified buyers who used this product as part of their routine.

Angela M.
Verified buyer

My skin absorbs everything better

Since I started using this before my moisturiser, everything seems to sink in faster. It's a subtle thing but I can feel the difference.

Jane J.
Verified buyer

No more flaky patches

I had dry patches around my nose that nothing fixed. Two weeks with this and they're gone. I think it's the gentle exfoliation.

Lisa M.
Verified buyer

Calm and effective

No sting, no redness. Just soft, prepped skin. Simple but good.

Noura A.
Verified buyer

Better than the astringent I used before

I used to use a harsh toner that made my face feel tight. This is the opposite, it feels like it's actually helping.

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