When to use a toner: day and night. Use in the morning to clean and help skin retain moisture creating that naturally healthy base for your make-up. At night, toner helps you clean and nourish your skin before bedtime. Because this is an alcohol-free product it is safe to use to refresh your face on a summer day without the concern of drying out your skin Bonus, dampen a few cotton pads and place in a plastic bag and keep in purse or desk drawer at work to refresh you skin when needed.