I purchased a C&C advantage kit which contains this toner.
I have tried many toner, expensive and in-expensive, chemically and natural, this one is my favorite.
Its a clear color watery consistency. It contains alcohol which you can smell it. However, it doesnt sting your eyes or smell too strong. I used to use a toner for acne which i have to hold my breath and close my eyes while applying. So this one is so much better.
Yes it dries out skin as its supposed to and we can expect that because its for ACNE skin. I have combination skin and i can feel the dryness. However, i apply moisturizer afterward and it fix the problem. My skin feels so clean and soft after i use the toner.
It has minty, cooling feeling when it dries which i quite like.
I dont have any burning experience, however sometimes i found some tingling which i think the product is killing bacteria which cause acne.
Overall i love this toner and would repurchase.
I purchased this range from there kit from the supermarket last year. This was my first ever toner and i actually don't see how this one is different from the essentials range. I have normal/combination skin and i found for me it wasn't too harsh. I found that it did leave my skin feeling quite refreshed.
Tips: I have seen that alot of people have had reactions to this product so please put a little on your had and do a skin allergy test. Also, i apply this with a cotton pad.