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Tonic Sensitive

Soothing Facial Toner with Panthenol – for Sensitive or Dry Skin

4.9/5

  • Cleans deep into the pores and removes even stubborn residue

  • Reduces signs of aging such as fine lines and rough patches

  • Strengthens the skin barrier and optimizes the absorption of subsequent active ingredients

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€653,33l

PURE EFFECT COSMETICS

Focus on What Matters Most

Very high tolerance among users

Regulates the pH level

Helps improve skin tone and texture

Prepares the skin for highly concentrated serums and creams

Made without alcohol, fragrances, parabens, or microplastics

Developed by a plastic surgeon in Munich

Real Customer Results

Before

Afterward

after 2 months of consistent use

This customer had particularly challenging skin: On the one hand, her skin was prone to breakouts and excessive sebum production; on the other hand, it was very sensitive and couldn’t tolerate many conventional facial toners. Following our skin analysis and consistent use of our Tonic Sensitive, we can see how quickly her skin has regained its balance. Our facial toner contains no alcohol, fragrances, or controversial additives —which is exactly why it’s ideal for sensitive or dry skin types that still require effective, clarifying facial cleansing.

Before

Closer

after 3 months of consistent use

Using a facial toner is a quick and easy way not only to clarify the skin but also to visibly improve its tone and texture. This transformation shows just how much brighter and more vibrant the skin can look when it’s regularly cared for with a gentle facial toner. The Tonic Sensitive revitalizes and refreshes the skin, while its active-ingredient-rich formula optimally prepares the skin for subsequent skincare. The customer also used the Hyper Hyaluron Serum and the Platinum Elixir —products whose effects were further enhanced by the use of the toner.

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Tonic Sensitive

For Your Perfect Routine

In the morning
In the morning Time of day
Sensitive & Dry Skin Skin Type

Application

  • In the morning and evening, after using the cleansing foam, apply a generous amount to a cotton pad and gently wipe over your face, neck, and décolletage
  • Do not rinse

Complete Your Morning Routine

Step 1 Cleansing
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DOC BERGER EFFECT Tonic Sensitive Facial Toner for Sensitive and Dry Skin—Soothing and Moisturizing
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Soothing Facial Toner with Panthenol – for Sensitive or Dry Skin

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Gentle Cleansing Foam - for sensitive or dry skin

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THE POWER OF WORDS

Active Ingredients Explained

Salicylic acid

Beta-hydroxy acid (BHA)

  • Removes hardened skin in the pores
  • Helps fight blackheads
  • Helps treat skin blemishes
  • Clears up oily areas of the skin

Green Tea

Plant extract

  • Rich in antioxidants
  • Protects against free radicals
  • Soothes and revitalizes the skin
  • Reduces inflammation

Low-Molecular-Weight Hyaluronic Acid

Low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid

  • Very small molecular weight of 10–50 kDa
  • Can penetrate deeper into the skin
  • Fills in fine lines caused by dryness
  • Promotes a plumper complexion
Ingredients
AQUA (WATER), PENTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERIN, BETAINE, PANTHENOL, SALICYLIC ACID, SODIUM HYALURONATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, PHYTIC ACID, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT
The list of ingredients is subject to change as part of our ongoing product optimization efforts. The INCI listing on the respective product packaging is authoritative.
Contraindications
  • Do not use if you are allergic to any of the listed ingredients.
  • May increase the skin's sensitivity to light—therefore, be sure to use sunscreen consistently during treatment and for one week afterward
  • Not suitable for children under 3 years of age
  • Keep out of reach of children

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Chosen by prominent women whose expectations go far beyond ordinary skincare

International Superstars

Georgina Rodríguez

Millions of people follow Georgina Rodríguez—amid the jet set, camera flashes, family, and sports. International exposure also means maximum demands on the skin. This makes skincare that works even under high stress and delivers real results all the more important. That’s exactly what her DOC BERGER EFFECT favorites are all about.

Celebrity Skin After 40

Katja Burkard

Katja Burkard (61) is one of Germany’s most recognizable faces. The TV host and menopause expert supports women in midlife who want to maintain a natural glow as they age. Her DOC BERGER EFFECT routine demonstrates that high-quality skincare with active ingredients can provide long-lasting benefits for skin over 40 and 50.

Modern Skin Influencer

Leonie Hanne

Leonie Hanne stands for: prevention over repair and clean beauty over frills. Starting early, consistently protecting the skin from the sun, and deeply moisturizing it to prevent damage from occurring in the first place—that’s exactly what Leonie’s Beauty Essentials are all about. Leonie places great importance on skincare products without unnecessary additives, but with highly concentrated active ingredients.

Dr. Luise Berger

Here's what the founder says

Do you cleanse your skin? Then never forget the second step: the facial toner— also known as facial water or facial tonic. It’s the crucial step in your skincare routine between cleansing and applying active ingredients. Did you know that our skin has a slightly acidic environment—the so-called acid mantle? This is exactly where the toner comes in: Tonic Sensitive not only removes the last traces of dirt, but also regulates the pH level and restores your skin’s balance. This allows serums and creams to work optimally afterward.

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OUR COMMITMENT

What sets DOC BERGER EFFECT active-ingredient cosmetics apart?

20 years of experience as a medical specialist. In every formula.

Dr. Luise Berger develops every single formulation herself. As a specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery, she has been working with skin and its aging processes on a daily basis for over 20 years. This knowledge is incorporated into every formulation—with the goal of sustainably maintaining and specifically improving skin quality.

Clean. No compromises. Made in Germany.

It’s not enough for us to simply avoid individual controversial ingredients. Doc Berger Effect is always free of: alcohols, silicone oils, paraffins, PEGs/PPGs, parabens, microplastics, nanoparticles, dyes, fragrances suspected of causing allergies, and questionable UV filters. This makes the development process significantly more complex—but for you, we’ll keep tinkering until we find a way to do it without them. After all, the skin is our largest organ—and what we apply to it every day matters. Developed and manufactured in Germany.

A wide variety of active ingredients in the highest concentrations

Not just one key active ingredient—but over 100 active ingredients derived from nature and biotechnology research, precisely balanced to work together. Formulated at the highest concentrations and designed as a skincare system: for more active ingredients per milliliter and products that complement one another.

FAQs

This gentle toner is suitable for all skin types, but was developed specifically for sensitive and dry skin. For non-sensitive, well-conditioned skin, we recommend the Tonic Intense with a 2% salicylic acid concentration.

A toner is used to balance the skin's pH level after cleansing, remove excess sebum, and prepare the skin for the next steps in your skincare routine.

After cleansing your face, apply the toner to a cotton pad and gently sweep it over your face, neck, and décolletage—do not rinse.

How often you use a toner depends on your skin type and your skin's specific needs. In general, however, it is recommended that you use a toner twice a day: once in the morning and once in the evening.

While both are useful products on their own, they work best together. The cleansing foam removes surface dirt in the first step, while the toner provides a deeper cleanse and prepares the skin for subsequent skincare.

No, like all our other products, our tonic is consistently made without alcohol, artificial colors, animal-derived ingredients, paraffin, essential oils, silicone oil, perfume, parabens, PEG/PPG, microplastics, phenoxyethanol, nanoparticles, or fragrances suspected of causing allergies.

Dr. Luise Berger and Eleonora Berger
DOC BERGER EFFECT Tonic Sensitive is a moisturizing facial toner for sensitive, dry, and demanding skin—ideal for soothing, hydrating, and preparing the skin for subsequent anti-aging skincare for those in their 40s and 50s.

Tonic Sensitive

Why Your Facial Cleansing Routine Isn't Over Once the Lather Is Rinsed Away

Rinse off the cleansing foam—done? Not quite. After cleansing , sebum, dead skin cells, and residues from tap water may still remain on the skin. That’s why Tonic Sensitive, together with Foam Sensitive, forms the Double Cleansing routine: As the second step, this facial toner for sensitive and dry skin gently purifies the skin while helping to restore its natural, slightly acidic pH balance.

DOC BERGER EFFECT Tonic Sensitive moisturizes sensitive and dry skin and helps maintain a hydrated, balanced skin barrier—as part of a high-quality anti-aging skincare regimen for demanding skin.

Tonic Sensitive

Plenty of moisture, a hint of salicylic acid

Sensitive skin doesn’t need as many active ingredients as possible—it needs the right ones. Aloe vera, panthenol, and betaine have a soothing effect and support the skin’s natural barrier. Low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid hydrates the skin and can help make fine dryness lines less visible. In addition, the facial toner contains a carefully selected, gentle amount of salicylic acid, which exfoliates dead skin cells and can contribute to a smoother complexion. Green tea complements the facial toner’s formulation with its antioxidant and antibacterial properties.

DOC BERGER EFFECT Tonic Sensitive with Aloe Vera and Hyaluronic Acid for sensitive and dry skin—provides intense hydration, soothes stressed skin, and helps maintain a balanced skin barrier for those in their 40s and 50s.

Tonic Sensitive

Perfectly Prepared for Serums & Follow-Up Active Ingredient Treatments

The skin’s surface naturally has a slightly acidic environment, which is part of its natural protective function. Especially for dry and sensitive skin, daily facial cleansing should therefore be thorough without unnecessarily stripping the skin of its natural oils or causing irritation. The Tonic Sensitive is free of alcohol and fragrances and combines gentle cleansing with hydration and care. Afterward, your skin feels clean, balanced, and supple—and is ready for serum and cream. You’ll finally stop asking yourself, “Why does my skin feel tight after cleansing?” because this facial toner provides immediate hydration and supports the skin’s natural barrier function.

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