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EltaMD Skin Recovery Essence Face Toner 7.3 oz

  • Item Volume: 7 fl oz
  • Skin Type: Sensitive
  • Active Ingredients: Zinc
  • Product Benefits: Alcohol free toner helps detox the skin from impurities and other skin aggressors without drying out your pores, EltaMD Skin Recovery Essence Hydrating Toner for Face helps soothe, hydrate, and detoxify your skin from impurities, Helps repair skin barrier damage, calm skin redness, and improve skin hydration using a blend of amino acids, This facial toner for sensitive skin is designed for all skin types, including acne prone skin or oily skin, Use morning or night to deliver essential nutrients and improve the skin's ability to absorb and maintain hydration

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

An alcohol-free, fragrance-free toner aimed at sensitive and acne-prone skin, built for barrier support rather than exfoliation or brightening.

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ASIN: B08DD6BFFMCategory: Facial Toners

Overview

EltaMD's Skin Recovery Essence is a 7.3 ounce alcohol-free toner formulated with zinc and amino acids, built for sensitive and acne-prone skin. It's fragrance-free and marketed as a professional skin care product.

The formula leans on amino acids and zinc rather than exfoliating acids, positioned to calm redness and support the skin barrier instead of treating texture or tone. EltaMD frames it as suitable for both morning and night use, and the fragrance-free, alcohol-free profile targets sensitive skin specifically rather than a broader audience.

  • 7.3 oz alcohol-free toner
  • Zinc and amino acid formula
  • Fragrance-free, for sensitive skin
  • Suited to acne-prone and oily skin

Who it's for

Suits people with sensitive or acne-prone skin who need a toner that avoids fragrance and alcohol while still addressing barrier repair. Less relevant for anyone wanting a toner with visible exfoliation or brightening acids, since this formula is built around calming rather than resurfacing.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Fragrance-free and alcohol-free for sensitive skin
  • Zinc and amino acid formula supports barrier repair
  • Suited to both morning and night use
Cons
  • No exfoliating or brightening actives included
  • Not the choice for anyone wanting visible resurfacing results

Performance notes

Zinc and a blend of amino acids form the core of the formula, aimed at calming redness and improving the skin's ability to hold hydration rather than exfoliating. At 7.3 fluid ounces and alcohol-free, it's built for twice-daily use without the tightness that stronger toners can cause on reactive skin.

Specifications

BrandEltaMD
Dimensions & fit
Item Weight0.46 pounds
Capacity & performance
Item Volume7 fl oz
Construction & materials
Material FeaturesFragrance Free
Material Type FreeAlcohol Free
Included components
Unit Count7.3 fl oz
Other details
Skin TypeSensitive
Active IngredientsZinc
Product BenefitsAlcohol free toner helps detox the skin from impurities and other skin aggressors without drying out your pores, EltaMD Skin Recovery Essence Hydrating Toner for Face helps soothe, hydrate, and detoxify your skin from impurities, Helps repair skin barrier damage, calm skin redness, and improve skin hydration using a blend of amino acids, This facial toner for sensitive skin is designed for all skin types, including acne prone skin or oily skin, Use morning or night to deliver essential nutrients and improve the skin's ability to absorb and maintain hydration
Item FormLotion
Scent NameFragance Free
Number Of Items1
AsinB08DD6BFFM
Customer Reviews{'ratings_count': '1,055', 'stars': '4.6'}
Best Sellers Rank#24,063 In Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 In Beauty & Personal Care) #167 In Facial Toners & Astringents
ManufacturerEltaMD
Manufacturer Part Number090205077518
Recommended Uses For ProductProfessional Skin Care
Model Number090205077518
Upc090205077518
Global Trade Identification Number00090205077518, 10090205077515
Item Nype NameToner

Frequently asked questions

Is EltaMD Skin Recovery Essence fragrance-free?

Yes, the listing specifies a fragrance-free formula.

What is the main active ingredient?

Zinc, combined with a blend of amino acids.

Can this toner be used twice a day?

The brand markets it for both morning and night use.