Minty Fresh Facial Toner Formula

Mint has taken over a patch of the garden, and it smells so delicious it would be a shame to waste it. But even if you get your mint dried from the store, this one-ingredient super-simple formula that turns mint into a lovely ally for more beautiful skin is worth knowing about.

Just wait until you see how simple this is to make, and what luscious things it does. Smoothing, hydrating, and toning: mint does it all. Whether you use fresh or dried mint, this is one of the most deliciously scented refreshers around. Here’s the easy formula:

INGREDIENTS
1 generous tablespoon dried mint, crumbled
or 3 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

1. Cover mint with 1 1/2 cups boiling water and steep for 10 minutes.

2. Strain and reserve the liquid, and allow to cool before using (refrigerate for a real cooling treat!).

3. Apply with cotton pads or use in a mister. Allow to dry on the skin naturally: no need to rinse off.

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Adapted from Anti-Wrinkle Treatments for Perfect Skin, by Pierre Jean Cousin (Storey Books, 2001). Copyright (c) 2001 by Pierre Jean Cousin. Reprinted by permission of Storey Books.
Adapted from Anti-Wrinkle Treatments for Perfect Skin, by Pierre Jean Cousin (Storey Books, 2001).

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Anne H.

4:26PM PDT on Oct 14, 2011

I like this idea I am going to have to give it a try, so simple and it will cost less then buying a pre-made toner.

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Pat V.

7:18PM PDT on Aug 9, 2011

Ok,spritzer in the summer sounds good ,ty.

May H.

5:23PM PDT on Jun 19, 2011

must tell my daughter about this

SuS NoMail Plez P.

10:15PM PDT on May 20, 2011

Thank you Annie~ This sound so refreshing.I invision an inevitable heat wave around 115. And sitting with a spritzer bottle. Ummm

Cecilia B.

2:19AM PDT on May 11, 2011

thanks, excelent info!!

Susan R.

7:57AM PDT on Jul 8, 2010

Another good way to use mint- there is a reason that this plant is so abundant!

NO EMAILS P.

1:16AM PDT on Jun 30, 2010

thanks for post

Teresa W.

6:38AM PDT on May 25, 2010

Interesting!

Jonn N.

7:39AM PDT on Apr 1, 2010

This is truly an amazing skin spritz and may be used almost anytime time of the day. Thanks for sharing it. I like things which remind me of my Grandmother, She was an elegant lady, who had beautiful skin. And all she used were things growing in he garden. So this recipe truly reminds me of her.

Donna B.

1:59PM PST on Mar 5, 2010

This sounds perfect for summer, thanks!