Shea Moisture Clarifying Toner for Problem Skin — African Black Soap & Tea Tree Oil, 4.4 oz, Oil-Control + Soothing

This clarifying toner blends African Black Soap tradition with modern botanicals — witch hazel, tea tree oil and oat — to refresh skin after cleansing. Formulated as a light astringent and facial mist, it aims to clear away excess oil and dead skin cells without heavy residues. The 4.4 oz bottle is designed for daily use after cleansing and can be applied with a cotton pad or as a spray mist for quick touch-ups.

How does this toner refresh oily, acne-prone skin?

The formula uses astringent and botanical ingredients to help dissolve surface buildup and control shine after washing. It’s lightweight and rinses clean, helping skin feel clarified without leaving a greasy film.

• Witch hazel helps tighten the look of pores and remove excess surface oils.
• Tea tree oil contributes a cooling botanical component often favored for blemish-prone routines.
• Oat-derived extracts soothe and reduce the appearance of rough, flaky skin.
• Works as a facial mist for quick oil control during the day or after cleansing.

What’s the best way to use this toner in a skincare routine?

Use it after your cleanser and before any serums or moisturizers to prepare skin and improve absorption. Apply with a cotton pad or mist lightly and pat; focus on oil-prone areas like the T-zone.

• Saturate a cotton pad and sweep across face and neck after cleansing.
• Or spray as a facial mist for even, hands-free coverage.
• Follow with targeted treatments and lightweight moisturizer to maintain balance.

Are there any synthetic additives or animal testing in this product?

Shea Moisture formulates this toner without common synthetic additives such as sulfates, parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol or mineral oil. The brand also states it does not conduct animal testing and follows community-oriented sourcing practices.

• No sulfates, parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol, or mineral oil.
• Not tested on animals; part of Shea Moisture’s Community Commerce sourcing.
• Packaging lists botanical ingredients like African Black Soap, witch hazel, oat, and tea tree oil.

How will this toner feel and perform on sensitive or reactive skin?

The toner is formulated to be clarifying while offering gentle exfoliation from natural extracts, but sensitivity varies. If your skin is reactive, test a small area first and reduce frequency if irritation appears.

• Light, non-greasy texture that dries down quickly.
• Provides mild exfoliation to help slough dead skin without harsh abrasives.
• Patch-test recommended for very sensitive or compromised skin.

Who is this for: This 4.4 oz Shea Moisture African Black Soap Clarifying Toner is aimed at people with oily or blemish-prone skin who want a botanical-forward toner to manage shine, refresh pores and support a clearer-looking complexion. It suits daily routines for anyone seeking a lightweight astringent alternative without common sulfates or parabens, and for users who prefer a product aligned with fair-trade and community-based sourcing values.

Ingredients

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, lsopropyl Alcohol, Glycerin (Vegetable), Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Salicylic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* ª´, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Panthenol, Allantoin, Beta Glucan, Ormenis Multicaulis Oil, Melia Azadirachta Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Sodium Shea Butterate, Sodium Cocoate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Pod Ash, Avena Sativa (Oat) Bran Extract, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract, Plantago Major Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalls Flower Extract, Actinidia, Chinensis (Kiwi) Seed Extract, Punica Granatum Extract, Tamarindus lndica Fruit Extract, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Benzoate, Propanediol, Gluconolactone, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient ª´Fair Trade Ingredient