Lab Series
Lab Series Daily Rescue Water Lotion Toner
A hydrating toner with a 4% niacinamide and resveratrol complex and Hydra5G humectants, for use after cleansing or shaving.
- 4% niacinamide + resveratrol complex, Hydra5G Technology
- combination skin
- dry skin
- normal skin
- oily skin
Who it's for: All skin types (brand-listed)
Skip it if you avoid fragrance: it lists Fragrance (parfum) and Pinene; you avoid drying alcohol: it lists Alcohol Denat. and Alcohol.
- Scented: Fragrance (parfum), Pinene
- Sensitivity considerations: Alcohol Denat., Alcohol
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Label answers before you buy
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Is Lab Series Daily Rescue Water Lotion Toner fragrance-free?
The brand does not market it as fragrance free. The label lists these scent ingredients: Fragrance (parfum), Pinene.
Is Lab Series Daily Rescue Water Lotion Toner suitable for all skin types?
The brand lists it for all skin types. If your skin reacts to fragrance, note that the label lists Fragrance (parfum) and Pinene.
Does the formula list alcohol?
Yes. The label lists Alcohol Denat., Alcohol.
Does the formula list niacinamide?
Yes. The label lists Niacinamide.
Ingredient-origin notes (not vegan warnings)
- Glycerin: The name does not establish the feedstock. Plant, animal or synthetic sourcing requires supplier or manufacturer evidence. Origin reference
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What it is
Lab Series Daily Rescue Water Lotion Toner is a hydrating toner for combination, dry, normal and oily skin, also meant as a post-shave refresher.
Key ingredients
- Niacinamide + resveratrol complex: Lab Series says it boosts skin’s energy and helps tired-looking skin recover. The complex is 4%.
- Hydra5G Technology: A blend of humectants and moisturizers.
- Glycerin, sodium hyaluronate and caffeine: Also on the label.
How to use
Pour into your hands and apply to the face and neck morning and night, after cleansing and before moisturizer.
Who should be careful
The label lists fragrance (parfum), so skip it if scent irritates your skin. It also contains denatured alcohol and a little salicylic acid.
What the brand claims
In Lab Series testing on 31 men after one use: hydration more than doubled (+108%), radiance rose 32%, skin looked 11% smoother and the moisture barrier was 27% stronger after four hours.
Sources
- https://www.labseries.com/products/daily-rescue-water-lotion-toner (checked 2026-10-23)
We have not tested this product.
What's on the label
| Category | Hydrating Toners, Essence Waters & Face Mists |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lab Series |
| Size | 6.7 fl oz (200 mL) |
| Key ingredients | 4% niacinamide + resveratrol complex, Hydra5G Technology |
| When to use | Morning and night, before moisturizer |
| Brand says it suits | combination, dry, normal, oily skin |
| Fragrance | Scent ingredients on the label (see above) |
| Vegan evidence | Vegan status not confirmed. Evidence and limits |
| Worth knowing | Alcohol Denat., Alcohol, Fragrance (parfum), Pinene, Fragrance (Parfum) |
| Full ingredient list | Water/Aqua/Eau, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Alcohol Denat. (Sensitivity consideration), Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hamamelis Virginiana (witch Hazel) Water, Betaine, Acetyl Glucosamine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trehalose, Caffeine, Resveratrol, Salicylic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Alcohol (Sensitivity consideration), Disodium Edta, Propylene Glycol Caprylate, Disodium Phosphate, Sodium Phosphate, Fragrance (parfum) (Scent ingredient), Pinene (Scent ingredient), Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol No specific flag recorded Context matters Scent ingredient Sensitivity consideration Linked ingredients are explained in our ingredient glossary. |
| Source | Brand's own product page Checked |
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Common questions
Can I use it after shaving?
Yes, Lab Series suggests it.
Does it contain alcohol?
Yes, denatured alcohol.