This is the first time I have ever used a toner, so I don't have anything to compare it with.
This toner has a really nice cooling, soothing sensation on my sensitive skin with a gentle cucumber scent that doesn't linger too long. It doesn't leave any residue on my face.
I definitely don't find it drying, but for my super dry skin I don't think it is particularly moisturizing either. I mostly enjoy using it to cleanse away any excess makeup that my makeup remover wipes have left behind.
I have noticed that since using this toner, my skin has less little bumps and texture so that is a definite plus.
I have pretty normal skin, getting a little drier as I age. I've used toners before that were too astringent or that made me feel greasy a few hours later but never really saw much of a difference in my skin. Recently we had covid for the first time, and I used this toner whenever I felt that ick feeling to freshen up and it worked really well for that. I also didn't get any sting or reaction using it on my chapped nose from blowing. At the end of using it for about two weeks I noticed my face was less red than usual, and looking clear like it does when I can be bothered drinking lots of water. I like this toner. I keep wipes in my bag for quick cleanups, it's a habit from when my son was small. They were a bit dried out, so I squirted some of the toner in the pack and they are good as new, they smell nice too.
Tips: I kept the bottle in the fridge. Extra refreshing.