Vivant Normalizing Tonic Forté | Glycolic & Salicylic Acid Toner for Congested Skin
Take exfoliation to the next level with Vivant Normalizing Tonic Forté, an advanced exfoliating toner formulated for oily, congested, acne-prone, and uneven-textured skin.
This multi-acid toner combines Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and Citric Acid to provide targeted micro-exfoliation, helping remove excess oil, impurities, and dead skin buildup that can contribute to clogged pores, closed comedones, blackheads, breakouts, and uneven texture.
The Forté formula helps refine the appearance of pores, promote healthy-looking cell renewal, and restore the skin's optimal pH balance. It also prepares the skin for better absorption of targeted skincare treatments, including Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Mandelic Acid, and Hydroquinone products.
Designed as the more advanced option in Vivant's Normalizing Tonic collection, Forté is best suited for experienced or more resilient skin requiring additional exfoliation and congestion control.
Best For
Oily skin • Acne-prone skin • Closed comedones • Blackheads • Stubborn clogged pores • Congested skin • Uneven texture • Dullness • Experienced acid users
Key Ingredients
Glycolic Acid
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that exfoliates accumulated dead skin cells from the skin's surface to improve the appearance of rough texture, dullness, congestion, and uneven tone.
Salicylic Acid
An oil-soluble beta hydroxy acid (BHA) particularly beneficial for oily and acne-prone skin. It helps exfoliate within congested pores and reduce the buildup of oil and dead skin associated with blackheads and comedones.
Citric Acid
An AHA that provides additional surface exfoliation while helping refine and brighten the appearance of uneven, dull skin.
Witch Hazel Extract
A botanical astringent that helps remove excess oil and impurities while refining the appearance of pores.
Why We Recommend It
Normalizing Tonic Forté is the next step when basic exfoliation isn't enough.
Its combination of AHA and BHA exfoliation makes it particularly useful for persistent congestion, excess oil, closed comedones, and rough texture. It also creates a freshly exfoliated surface to complement the active ingredients used later in your skincare routine.
Normalizing Tonic vs. Normalizing Tonic Forté: If you're new to exfoliating acids or have more sensitive skin, begin with Normalizing Tonic. If your skin is already accustomed to active ingredients and you need more intensive congestion and texture support, Normalizing Tonic Forté may be the better choice.
Suggested Use
Apply to clean, dry skin with a cotton pad, avoiding the eye area. Introduce gradually and increase frequency according to skin tolerance and your recommended skincare protocol.
Because this is an advanced exfoliating formula, avoid introducing multiple new exfoliating products at the same time. Daily sunscreen is essential when using exfoliating acids.
