Mario Badescu Acne Products
Here's Which Mario Badescu Product You Should Use For Each Type of Acne
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Those of us with acne-prone skin know that sometimes one product alone just doesn't cut it. Different products work best for different types of bumps and uneven texture.
Luckily, Mario Badescu has designed skincare products for every kind of acne issue. Whether you're suffering from pesky blackheads, whiteheads, or under-the-surface painful bumps, this brand has a solution for you.
Though it's most famous for the brand's iconic pink Drying Serum ($17), there are a ton more products you should incorporate into your skincare routine. With the right products and routine, you can banish breakouts and maybe even feel confident enough to skip foundation.
Read on to find out which products to pick up on your next beauty shopping trip.
For Whiteheads
One of Mario Badescu's most popular products, the Mario Badescu Drying Lotion ($17), will become a staple in your medicine cabinet. Every night, dip a cotton swab straight down into the pink powder without shaking the bottle. Place the pink paste onto any zits or bumps and watch the spots disappear overnight. After trying it, you won't be able to go without it.
For Large, Under-the-Surface Bumps
If you get large, painful bumps around your period (or maybe just when your diet has consisted of a lot of french fries), the Mario Badescu Buffering Lotion ($19) will save your skin. It's designed to shrink those under-the-skin bumps and prevent new breakouts from forming. To use, shake the bottle and apply to spots with clean fingertips. Make sure not to layer a moisturizer over this product or it won't be as effective.
For Pimples and Small Under-the-Skin Bumps
Need to clear up a cluster of tiny bumps? The Mario Badescu Drying Cream ($17) will save your skin. It will shrink small zits while rebalancing your skin. It contains sulfur and zinc oxide to clear your skin while nourishing it with aloe vera and biotin. Pat a small amount of the cream on the affected area until it blends in and the bumps will vanish in a few days.
For Acne-Prone Skin
Once you've rid yourself of active breakouts, keep them away. The Mario Badescu Anti Acne Serum ($20) saves congested skin and keeps new breakouts from forming. The gel is formulated with salicylic acid and absorbs quickly into the skin. Apply a thin layer of the gel to your skin nightly for clear skin in the morning.
For Blackheads and Excess Oil
Blackheads can be an incredibly stubborn form of acne. To get rid of them, try the Mario Badescu Silver Powder ($12). It helps to absorb excess oil and impurities while keeping your T-zone under control. Use twice a week after exfoliating your face by dipping a damp cotton pad into the powder. Leave on for 10 minutes and wipe off with a toner.
