If you have excessively oily skin, it is important to use a balancing facial toner. There is no need to splurge on expensive toners, instead you can use the common kitchen herb, sage, to make your own toner.
Sage has wonderful astringent properties to help tighten your pores and dry out any excessive oil. To make the toner, put a tablespoon of thyme into a cup and fill with boiling water. Allow the mixture to steep for 30 minutes before straining the liquid into a separate container. Once cool, simply dab directly onto your face avoiding your eyes. The toner should be keep refrigerated for no more than 5 days.
Tip for growing sage: Sage grows best when it is in direct sunlight on well-drained, light soils.