3.8
64% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Mario Badescu
3.8 • 96 Reviews
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3.8
64% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Mario Badescu earns mixed-to-positive reviews: the Drying Lotion consistently works to flatten breakouts quickly, facial sprays feel refreshing and soothing, and several cleansers and creams leave skin soft and hydrated; however, many reviews flag heavy fragrance and alcohol, occasional irritation or over-drying, and inconsistent efficacy across products. Reviews of Mario Badescu also reference past concerns about undisclosed steroid ingredients, nozzle issues on some mists, and scents some find too strong, making the brand a selective buy for targeted solutions rather than a full routine.
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I've used their Facial Spray with Aloe, Sage and Orange Blossom in the past (specifically in the summer). I would keep it in the fridge and loved spraying it on during the morning or after coming home from the beach. Would love to try more of their products
I wanted to love it because the price is so great but I found that the products were harsh, heavily fragranced, and ineffective! The brand has a great look to it and I think their marketing leads consumers to believe the products are more natural than they truly are.
1y ago
I love the products this brand makes and the quality of the bottles. Very easy to use and my skin feels great every time. Price point is good also! It is a brand i trust.
3y ago
Uncomfortable and bad smelling products that worsened my skin.
I have used the drying lotion, which is often raved about. It does the trick for drying out a pimple, but beware if you have sensitive skin. While the drying lotion works, it worked a little too well for me and then caused some irritation.
SO overloaded with fragrance. I actively dislike these products.
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I would look towards a brand like La Roche-Posay for a cleaner alternative.
The products are good if you are just getting into skincare, but are a bit too expensive for what they are - which is generally either ineffective or too harsh on the skin depending on the product.
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Less alcohol & fragrance in the products
2y ago
They have some products that are very much worth the money, but the others I feel that I have gotten scammed by the lack of results that they were saying. Most of the products were good and worked well but the others were not as great.
2y ago
Was gifted a bottle of facial mist; overall I found it quite satisfactory. It was a light, fragrant mist with a pleasant aroma. However, I cannot verify if it did make my skin more radiant as advertised, or anything restorative for my face except moisturize it slightly and make it smell nice.
I have loved every Mario Badescu product I have used! These skincare products are affordable without sacrificing quality or luxury. I actually prefer this brand to more expensive alternatives. I trust their ingredients and highly recommend!
3y ago
most products either do nothing for your skin or irritate it. misleading advertising
3y ago
Love the facial spray. Used it every day until I ran out. I noticed a significant difference when I stopped using it so that's how I knew it was working. I have really dry skin so it really helped with hydration. And it smells great!!
I used the Rosewater & Aloe/Cucumber face sprays for the most part and they were extremely refreshing and always made me feel more awake. After the spray would dry, it never felt sticky or greasy. Loved these products! The pricing of Mario Badescu is also insanely affordable for everyone.
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I do not have any complaints. The sprays are so affordable that I would use this all day without feeling guilty about how much I was using.
I really like their rose water spray but I tried a moisturizer and really didn't like the texture. I think it's a decent brand but not incredible.
My overall experience with Mario Badescu was good. My 3 star review, however, is because many of the products are incredibly drying and not focused on deep hydration. Perhaps better suited for folks with oily skin.
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Better descriptions of the product on the bottle would be helpful.
Drying lotion is the best!
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Their drying lotion is my “go to” when facing breakouts. It does what it says, dries out the area and minimizes the breakout. Always a staple in my skincare regimen.
I swear by Mario Badescu's drying lotion for those pesky, irritated breakouts. While I don't love the rest of their product line—I find it ineffective for my dry, red skin—this one product keeps me coming back.
I have been using their products for quite some time now and I have been very happy! I purchased a whole set which includes the Facial spray, gentle foaming cleanser, hyaluronic dew drops, hyaluronic dew cream and caffeine eye cream. They are all so gentle on your skin and work amazing. The smell is great also. I have seen tremendous improvement on my skin.
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I have been using their products for quite some time now and I have been very happy! I purchased a whole set which includes the Facial spray, gentle foaming cleanser, hyaluronic dew drops, hyaluronic dew cream and caffeine eye cream. They are all so gentle on your skin and work amazing. The smell is great also. I have seen tremendous improvement on my skin.
4y ago
I've tried several products but the only one I found to work for my skin was the drying lotion. If I ever have any breakouts, this has help with the redness and make it go away faster. A single bottle also lasts a really long time. I've also tried some of their mists and masks, but unfortunately those irritated my skin.
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The mist spray nozzles were not that fine, so it felt a little aggressive.
I love the drying lotion! However I can only use the drying lotion at night or when I’m home, since the color is pink, it can’t be used outdoors. The lotion is great at drying out pimples