Why Shoppers Call This $13 Glycolic Toner Their ‘Head-to-Toe Staple’
NewBeauty Facebook Pinterest Instagram Youtube find a doctor Face Adult Acne Antioxidants Anti-Aging Celebrity Chronic Skin Conditions Eye Hydration Hyperpigmentation Makeup View All Eyebrows Eye Color Foundation Fragrance Lip Color Makeovers Male Skin Care Peels Pre-Event Prep Sensitive Skin Skin Care Skin Health Smile Sun Care Treatments Fillers Microneedling Post-Procedure Skin Care Neurotoxins Regenerative Aesthetics Skin Lifting Body Body Sculpting Breasts Butts Cellulite Hair Removal Hands + Nails Legs Pregnancy Find a Doctor Hair Bond Repair Celebrity Dry Hair Frizzy Hair Gray Hair Hair Color Hair Growth Hair Repair Scalp Health Styling + Tips Awards NB100 Awards 15th Annual Beauty Awards 2025 NewBeauty Readers’ Choice Awards Shopping Gift Guides Product Reviews NewBeauty Storefront Wellness Fitness GLP-1s Health Menopause About Us TESTTUBE Search for: Search HomeBody Why Shoppers Call This $13 Glycolic Toner Their ‘Head-to-Toe Staple’ The ultimate solution to smoother skin. Danielle Fontana Dooley Published: Dec 30, 2025 We may earn commission from links on this page. Each product featured has been vetted and chosen by our editors. skaman306/ Getty Images Glycolic acid has long been considered one of the most effective exfoliating acids for smoothing texture, brightening skin and keeping pores clear—and according to a recent survey of more than 600 NewBeauty readers,* The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner is one of the most-loved ways to use it. The water‑based formula uses 7 percent glycolic acid to gently dissolve dead skin cells and reveal a more radiant, even surface, while a Tasmanian pepperberry derivative helps soothe and calm the skin, making it far less irritating than many traditional acid toners. Reviewers continuously call out how surprisingly versatile (and budget-friendly) this toner is. A 41‑year‑old fan said it’s “useful in numerous ways” and that the “price is amazing for the size of the bottle.” A 50‑year‑old with sensitive skin…