Palmer's Skin Success Deep Cleansing Facial Astringent - 8.5 oz Review
Our verdict
Palmer's Skin Success Deep Cleansing Facial Astringent is a menthol scented, vitamin E infused toner built for oily skin, and its 4.3 star average across 361 ratings shows it holds up as a budget friendly clarifying step.
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Oily skin that wants an affordable, cooling astringent to cut through excess shine after cleansing.
Skip if
You have dry or sensitive skin, since the menthol scent and astringent format can feel too stimulating for skin that needs calming rather than clarifying.
- Priced 43% below the category median ($19.20 across 452 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 361 owner ratings
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Popularity2.7/5
361 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other women's everyday face care: moisturizers, face mists, facial kits, rollers, cleansing brushes and steamers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Palmer's Skin Success Deep Cleansing Facial Astringent is positioned squarely for oily skin, with a menthol scent and vitamin E worked into a liquid formula meant to cut through excess oil after cleansing. It is labeled for both cleansing and toning use, so it can double as a quick wipe down step in a simple routine.
The 8.5 ounce bottle is priced under $11, making it one of the more affordable options in this toner lineup. The plant based formula and straightforward vitamin E ingredient list keep things simple compared to toners built around multiple acids or peptides.
With 361 ratings averaging 4.3 stars, this astringent has a solid but more modest track record than some of the bigger sellers in this category, and the current lack of monthly purchases suggests it is not seeing fresh demand right now.
Pros
- Affordable price under $11 for an 8.5 ounce bottle
- Menthol scent gives a cooling, refreshing feel after cleansing
- Vitamin E is included to support the skin barrier
- Plant based formula with a simple ingredient list
- 4.3 star average across 361 ratings for an oily skin astringent
Cons
- Menthol and astringent format may be too stimulating for dry or sensitive skin
- No current monthly purchases recorded, suggesting fading demand
- Review count is smaller than other toners in this list
Performance notes
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that can help support the skin barrier, which is a helpful counterbalance in an astringent formula designed to cut oil, since those formulas can sometimes leave skin feeling stripped. The menthol scent adds a cooling sensation on application, but it is a fragrance note rather than an active ingredient, so anyone sensitive to scented products should be aware of it going in.
What buyers say
A 4.3 star average across 361 ratings is a respectable score for a budget astringent, though it trails the 4.5 plus averages some other toners in this lineup post. The lack of current monthly purchases suggests this is more of a legacy product than one seeing a fresh wave of new buyers.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this astringent good for sensitive skin?
It is built for oily skin and includes a noticeable menthol scent, so sensitive or dry skin types may find it too stimulating. Anyone prone to irritation should patch test before using it regularly.
Can this replace a facial cleanser?
It is labeled for both cleansing and toning use, so it can pick up leftover residue after washing your face, but it is not meant to replace a dedicated cleanser entirely. Think of it as a follow up step rather than your main wash.
Does this toner help with oily skin?
It is formulated specifically for oily skin, and the astringent format is meant to cut through excess shine after cleansing. The vitamin E in the formula is there to help support the skin barrier while it does that work.