Byoma Hydrating Milky Toner Review

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Every now and again you come across a product that totally revolutionises your skincare routine… and the Byoma Hydrating Milky Toner is that for me.

This is a product that actually made me regain my faith in toners.

After years of drying my skin out with astringent formulas, I totally swore myself off them. But then I discovered the wonders of a hydrating, milky toner, and I’ve never looked back.

I have to admit, for a long time I was one of those people who didn’t believe that toners could do much for your skin. Moisturisers, I thought, were the true heavy lifters – these were what actually made a difference.

So I would skip toners (in both my AM and PM routine), and then wonder why my skin was still so dry.

When I started using the Byoma Milky Toner, I had an “Aha!” moment. I finally understood why a toner is so important for keeping your skin healthy and hydrated.

After using it consistently for almost a year, I thought it was only right to jump on here and share a full review. The good, the bad (though there’s not much of that!), and whether it’s actually worth adding to your skincare routine.

What is the Byoma Milky Toner?

Byoma’s Milky Toner is a gentle, hydrating toner which has a focus on skin barrier repair. Its milky texture is a result of all the oils and lipids it contains, which give it that cloudy, lotion-like look.

Packed with skin-loving ingredients, this formula is ideal for dry or sensitive skin types. It’s also free from fragrance, alcohol and essential oils so you don’t have to worry about irritation here either.

Key ingredients

The Byoma Milky Toner ingredients list is seriously impressive. The brand wasn’t kidding about this being great for your skin barrier. We’ve got:

• Glycerin – A humectant, and skin-identical ingredient, that helps pull water into the skin.
• Panthenol – Also known as provitamin B5. This moisturises the skin and reduces inflammation.
• Centella Asiatica – Sometimes referred to as cica. A top tier skin soother which helps protect and repair the skin.
• Gluconolactone – A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) which gently exfoliates the skin. It’s also a great moisturiser.
• Sphingolipids – Naturally-occurring lipids which help strengthen the skin barrier and prevent water loss.
• Beta Glucan – Has anti-inflammatory and skin-healing properties. It’s also brilliant at helping the skin retain moisture and reducing the appearance of fine lines.
• Ceramide NP – Locks in moisture and improves skin barrier function.
• Sodium Hyaluronate – The salt form of hyaluronic acid. It helps the skin absorb and retain water.

Packaging

This milky toner comes in Byoma’s characteristic blocky packaging. It’s substantial and hard wearing – it’s certainly survived quite a few knocks – but it does feel a little bulky. I tend to dispense this into a smaller container if I take it on my travels.

I also feel like the bottle for the Byoma Milky Toner is way too similar to the one for the face mist – see the image at the top for reference. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve picked the wrong one up!

Texture & finish

It’s really hard to put the texture of this milky toner into words. It’s not like any other toner I’ve tried and, if anything, I’d say it’s closer to an essence or an ampoule.

It’s runny but not watery, and it has a silky feel to it. This means it glides over the skin, leaving the most beautiful, dewy sheen behind.

Despite the lotion-like quality of this toner, it doesn’t feel overly rich or heavy. It sits really nicely on the skin and acts as any other watery toner would. It doesn’t cause pilling or interfere with your makeup. You can trust it to play nicely with any other beauty products you apply on top.

Most importantly, this have any stickiness or greasiness to it. It’s very comfortable to wear, not least because it feels so refreshing and nourishing when you first apply it.

I’m not sure how Byoma have done it but they’ve created glass skin in a bottle. I love the way my skin looks when I use this stuff.

How to use the Byoma Milky Toner

This toner is suitable for both AM and PM use… and I 100% recommend using it for both!

After cleansing, pour a generous amount into your hand and pat it gently into your face and neck.

Then go in with your thicker products, like your serums, moisturiser and sunscreen (if you’re applying this in the morning).

Price & where you can buy it

This toner is £11.99 for 150ml. Crazy right? It’s so rare to find skincare this affordable nowadays.

You can order it directly from the Byoma website – you get free delivery if you spend over £30.

Or you can buy it from beauty retailers like Sephora, Boots and Cult Beauty.

Byoma Milky Toner Review: Is it worth it?

IIf I had to rebuild my skincare routine from scratch, the Byoma Milky Toner would 100% earn a spot.

As a beauty blogger, I test a lot of products, and there aren’t many that I buy again and again. Byoma’s Milky Toner does make the list though.

It checks so many boxes – it’s affordable, it’s accessible, and it actually does make a visible difference to the skin.

I love how calming and hydrating this is. If my skin is ever feeling sore or sensitive, I apply a splash of this and it instantly feels better.

It works well with other skincare and makeup products I use. And it doesn’t ever sting or irritate my skin, even when my moisture barrier is feeling very compromised.

In my opinion, it’s one of the best (if not THE best) affordable hydrating toner for sensitive skin. It’s never leaving my skincare routine!

FAQ

Have you tried the Byoma Hydrating Milky Toner? Does it sounds like something your skin might enjoy? Let me know in the comments!