Mixi Plus Clarifying Toner | Dual Active

Clarifying + Refining Treatment Toner for Congested, Acne-Prone, and Uneven Skin

Clearer skin starts with balance.

Mixi Plus Clarifying Toner is a targeted treatment step designed to help refine the appearance of pores, improve the look of congestion, support smoother texture, and create a healthier-looking complexion.

This is not your traditional “refreshing toner.” Think of this as a gentle exfoliating treatment step that helps prepare your skin for the rest of your routine while supporting a clearer, more balanced appearance.

I love this product for clients who struggle with congestion, excess oil, breakouts, uneven texture, and post-acne marks because it helps address buildup while still respecting the skin barrier.

Why I Recommend It

One of the biggest mistakes I see with acne-prone skin is over-treating. The goal is not to strip the skin—it is to create balance.

A well-formulated clarifying toner can be a powerful step in a routine when the skin needs help with:

• Congested pores

• Excess oil

• Breakout-prone skin

• Uneven texture

• Dullness

• Post-acne discoloration

• Rough skin texture

I love using this as a targeted step to help smooth and clarify the skin while keeping the rest of the routine focused on hydration and barrier support.

The Technology Behind Mixi Plus Clarifying Toner

This dual-active formula combines exfoliating ingredients with calming and hydrating ingredients to help support clearer-looking skin without overwhelming it.

The formula includes exfoliating acids designed to help remove buildup and improve the appearance of texture, along with ingredients that support hydration and comfort.

Key Ingredients & Benefits

Lactic Acid (AHA)
A gentle alpha hydroxy acid that helps exfoliate the surface of the skin, improve the appearance of texture, brighten dullness, and support a smoother complexion.

Aloe Vera
Helps provide hydration and support a calmer-looking complexion.

Cucumber Extract
Provides antioxidant and soothing benefits while helping skin feel refreshed.

Hyaluronic Acid
Helps attract and retain moisture while supporting a smoother, more hydrated-looking skin barrier.

Benefits

• Helps improve the appearance of congestion

• Supports smoother-looking skin texture

• Helps refine the look of pores

• Removes excess oil and buildup after cleansing

• Brightens the appearance of dull skin

• Supports a more balanced complexion

• Helps prepare skin for treatment products

Ideal For

• Acne-prone skin

• Combination skin

• Oily skin

• Congested pores

• Uneven texture

• Dull complexion

• Post-acne marks

• Clients needing gentle exfoliation support

How to Use

Apply after cleansing as your toner/treatment step.

1. Cleanse skin

2. Apply Mixi Plus Clarifying Toner

3. Follow with your targeted serums

4. Moisturizer

5. SPF in the morning

Start slowly if you are new to exfoliating acids or using multiple active ingredients.

Katarina’s Honest Take

When clients have acne-prone or congested skin, I always look at the bigger picture.

You do not want to constantly attack the skin—you want to create an environment where the skin can rebalance.

I love Mixi Plus Clarifying Toner because it helps refine and clarify while still allowing you to build a routine around hydration, barrier support, and long-term skin health.

Katarina’s Ritual

This is a beautiful treatment step when my skin feels like it needs a reset.

I love incorporating clarifying products when I notice congestion, texture, or buildup, but I always pair exfoliation with barrier-supportive products to keep the skin healthy and resilient.

Pair It With

For a complete acne-supporting routine, pair Mixi Plus Clarifying Toner with:

• Mixi Clear Plex 2.8% for targeted breakouts

• EPICUTIS® HydroBiomé Serum for microbiome and barrier support

• Gentle hydrating cleanser

• Barrier-supporting moisturizer

• Daily SPF

Important Note

Because this is an exfoliating treatment step, be mindful when combining it with other strong active ingredients. Your skin does not need more—it needs the right balance.

Healthy skin is clear, calm, and supported.