What is Dr. Grandel Fresh Tonic?
Dr. Grandel Fresh Tonic is the brisker of the brand’s two core facial toners in its Cleansing series. It is built for skin that benefits from a refining, slightly astringent finish rather than a purely calming one.
The tonic combines a touch of alcohol with fruit acids to complete the cleansing step. As a result, skin feels clear, fresh and refined. Dr. Grandel also notes it is a favorite with men as an aftershave toner, thanks to its fresh, unisex scent.
Key benefits
- Refines oily, blemish-prone skin: formulated with fruit acids to help refine texture and clarity.
- Completes the cleansing step: removes any last residue, then preps skin for the rest of a routine.
- Fresh, clarified finish: leaves skin feeling clean and refreshed rather than heavy.
- Doubles as an aftershave toner: its fresh, unisex fragrance also makes it popular for use after shaving.
Key ingredients
Glycolic Acid brings a particularly high absorption capacity to the formula. Its small AHA molecules give it an intensive exfoliating effect. For this reason, it suits congested, textured skin well.
In addition, Tartaric Acid adds an astringent, pore-refining quality. It is valued for more even-looking results on skin prone to blemishes and enlarged pores. Finally, a light 7% Alcohol content helps cool and refresh the skin on contact. It also supports the tonic’s overall clarifying effect.
How to use Dr. Grandel Fresh Tonic
- Use it in the morning and evening, either after cleansing or following a peeling step.
- Apply to a cotton pad and stroke across face, neck and décolleté. Or pat it directly onto the skin with clean hands instead.
This tonic contains hydroxy acids. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day while it is part of your routine. Also avoid contact with the eyes.
Who Dr. Grandel Fresh Tonic is for
Dr. Grandel recommends Fresh Tonic for oily, blemished and combination skin. It is the choice when that skin wants a refining, fruit-acid toner rather than a purely hydrating one. Its fresh scent also makes it a popular unisex aftershave toner.
Retail size vs. professional size
This listing is the 400 ml (13.5 fl oz) professional bottle. It suits a salon’s daily client use. It also suits a home user who wants a long-lasting supply. Compared to smaller retail bottles of the same formula, the cost per application is lower.
Full ingredient list (INCI)
Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Pentylene Glycol, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Tartaric Acid, Sodium Citrate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Trideceth-9, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl p-Cresol, Propylene Glycol, Alcohol, Tris (Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Linalyl Acetate, Limonene, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Pinene, Citronellol, Coumarin, Parfum (Fragrance), CI 42090 (Blue 1), CI 60730 (Ext. Violet 2)
Ingredient list per Dr. Grandel (grandel.com). Formulas can change; always check the list on the package you receive.
