i think this is a pretty decent exfoliating toner. hydrating but still does the exfoliating, and it’s not as strong as glow tonic. it doesn’t sting my skin but the glow tonic does. i believe it still contains 5% but it’s a mixture of AHAs and BHA.
i use it daily but i have super resilient skin, and i’ve been using BHA for years. i’d say alternate days if you’re starting out bc it is an exfoliating toner that has BHA, and it’s never a good idea to go all in at the start with those.
i’m not sure if it’s a good beginner toner?? it depends on what you want your toner to do. if you’re looking for just hydration, i’d look elsewhere.