What is a Korean toner pad?
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⚡ Quick answer: A pre-soaked cotton or embossed pad delivering a measured dose of toner, or of a mild exfoliating or soothing treatment. It removes the guesswork about how much product to use.
A pre-soaked cotton or embossed pad delivering a measured dose of toner, or of a mild exfoliating or soothing treatment. It removes the guesswork about how much product to use.
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The important thing is to read what is on the pad. A hydrating pad can be used daily; an AHA or BHA pad used on the same schedule is one of the most common causes of accidental over-exfoliation.
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