Looking for the best skincare regimen, one that actually meets your skin concerns? At Mario Badescu, we know everyone’s skin is different. There is no one-size-fits-all skin solution. Your skin is unique to you!

There are numerous skin types and skin conditions – from oily and dry skin to acne prone and sensitive skin. You probably think your skin has a personality all its own! When you discover the best face cream or rejuvenating toner for your skin type, it can work wonders for your skin, and how your skin looks and behaves from day to day.

That’s why we created our Skin Analysis tool. Just answer a few brief questions and you’ll be paired with the right skincare products for you – the cleanser, toner, moisturizer and specialty serums that meet your own skin concerns.

Once you’ve completed the questionnaire, you’ll get product recommendations for a complete daily skincare regimen. Choose which products you want to pick up now and, for our friends in the US, you’ll have the option to order a free sample regimen to try product recommendations before you buy. (You just have to cover the $2.95 shipping fee!) 

The Mario Badescu Skin Analysis takes just a few minutes, but can offer invaluable skincare advice that will leave your skin clear and your complexion glowing!

Are you ready to get your best skin yet? 
Start your Skin Analysis here.

Originally published as Find Your Best Skincare Regimen from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

New season, different line-up.

A shift in weather come fall means most skin types will be craving balance and a touch more hydration. It’s still hot—summer weather is going strong—but the unpredictable ups and downs in temperature makes maintaining the integrity of skin’s outermost barrier our number one priority.

Here’s our skin care routine for the month of September:

ENZYME CLEANSING GEL

It’s light, oil-free, and leaves skin feeling super clean (never stripped!). This face wash has an uplifting, spa-like scent, which is exactly the mood-booster we need as we get back into the swing of things.

WITCH HAZEL & LAVENDER TONER

The soothing benefits of this Witch Hazel toner make it perfect for all skin types—and what we love most about it is its aromatherapeutic Lavender infusion. Stress, who? Certainly not with this bottle around. Only balanced, happy skin here.

FACIAL SPRAY WITH ALOE, HERBS AND ROSEWATER

Another skin care staple and must-have classic. We mist throughout the day (at least three times: morning, midday, and before bed), but the trick is to spritz right after toner and before you moisturize. Applying your serum or face cream onto freshly misted skin helps lock in all those skin-loving benefits and gives an added boost of hydration.

HYALURONIC EYE CREAM

Are you noticing a theme with our September skin care routine? The goal is to keep things easy, breezy, and classic, which is why we’re reaching for our most beloved eye cream. It’s a midweight formula that sinks in beautifully to give under-eyes an ultra-hydrated, smooth look.

Another plus? Hyaluronic Eye Cream layers well under makeup. Just tap, let it sink in, and you’ll find that concealer practically glides across skin.

HYALURONIC DEW CREAM

The name says it all. For thirsty skin (and yes, all skin types—including oily!—can experience dehydration), this is a dream cream. It’s silky, light, and absorbs seamlessly to give your complexion a dewy sheen. No tack, no stickiness, and definitely no feeling of heaviness is left behind.

Also good to know: Hyaluronic Dew Cream is oil-free, fragrance-free, vegan, and like everything else in the Mario Badescu line, cruelty-free.

SEAWEED NIGHT CREAM

If you want to wake with skin that appears radiant and plump with hydration, this is the cream for you. It has a luxe, dense texture, but it’s oil-free—and the cream melts into skin to deliver nourishing moisture and protein-enriched benefits.

#MBSkinTip: Seaweed Night Cream is formulated for combination to oily skin types, but if you’re on the dry side, you can use it, too. Simply pair it with your favorite serum (like Super Peptide Serum or Cellufirm Drops) for another layer of moisture.

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Originally published as #MarioMonthlyEdit: September Skin Care Routine from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Q. Should I skip cleansing twice daily if my skin is dry? My skin always feels super dry and tight after washing my face, even more so now that it’s cold out.

It’s important to cleanse twice daily no matter your skin type and no matter the season—it’s just about finding the right face wash that suits your skin’s needs. So: if your skin feels dry, tight, or even sensitive after cleansing, it’s likely you’re not using the right kind of face wash.

Which leads us to…

Q. What’s the best face cleanser for dry, winter skin?

A. Mario Badescu aestheticians recommend using a cream or tissue-off cleanser. Both are gentle alternatives to bar soaps or foaming formulas: they get rid of the dirt, oil, and impurities, but leave your skin feeling soft and nourished.

Here’s how to find the best face wash that’ll keep your dry skin happy all winter long:

Got combo/dry skin and love a rejuvenating boost in your cleanser?

Try Orange Cleansing Soap, a comforting face wash infused with Orange Peel Extract that refreshes skin of light makeup, dirt, oil, and other surface impurities.

#MBSkinTip: If you love Enzyme Cleansing Gel in the warmer months but are looking for a winter alternative, you’ll love this face wash, too.

Got combination/dry skin that’s prone to uneven skin tone and texture?

You’ll love Seaweed Cleansing Soap, a fresh, creamy face wash formulated with marine botanicals. Surface impurities are washed away, but your complexion is left softer and smoother than before. Plus, there are real seaweed grains in there to gently buff away dulling dead skin cells.

Got dry, sensitive skin that looks dull?

Use Keratoplast Cream Soap, a unique cleanser that helps rid the skin of pore-clogging impurities without leaving skin feeling parched.

Got dry skin?

Start using Cucumber Cream Soap, a creamy, Cucumber-infused face wash that leaves skin feeling soft, fresh, and hydrated.

Got super sensitive and dry skin?

Try Cream Soap. It’s a simple, gentle formula that was created specifically for delicate skin. It’s an oil-free, fragrance-free, moisturizing formula that cleanses without overdrying skin.

Got super dry, parched, and/or mature skin? Or maybe you love wearing a full face of heavy makeup?

Your skin will love Cleansing Milk with Carnation & Rice Oil. Makeup and surface impurities are instantly wiped clean without stripping dry skin of essential moisture; instead, this oil-based cleansing milk ensures skin feels soft and nourished.

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Originally published as Q&A: Best Face Cleansers for Dry, Winter Skin from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

‘Tis the season for self-care.

Giving and gifting has been the theme since Thanksgiving—but in the midst of all the holiday insanity, we’re here to give you a gentle reminder:

Don’t forget to take care of yourself, too.

So: in the spirit of keeping things simple without forging the act of self-care, we’ve concocted an easy regimen for the whole of December. Its purpose? To keep your complexion in check no matter what life throws your way. Walk into any holiday party—and celebrate the new year—with your best face forward.

ENZYME CLEANSING GEL

Light, fresh, and dreamy on skin, this fruit-infused face wash is the perfect way to start and end every day. It’s designed to leave your complexion exceptionally clean without feeling stripped.

ALOE VERA TONER

Refresh and re-balance. This simple, soothing toner is the perfect post-cleanse boost that leaves your skin feeling calm and clean.

BOTANICAL EXFOLIATING SCRUB

Prepping before a big night out? Exfoliate to rejuvenate your skin with a fresh-faced glow—and to create a super-smooth canvas for seamless makeup application.

DRYING LOTION

This pink spot treatment should always be in your medicine cabinet—but on the off chance it’s not, add it to your skin care stash, stat. It’ll give you peace of mind knowing that you have an overnight solution for any surface blemishes that just might pop up.

BUFFERING LOTION

If you’re prone to large, under-the-skin bumps, keep Buffering Lotion within reach. Stress sometimes rears its ugly head in the form of a blemish, so be prepared, always.

OIL FREE MOISTURIZER SPF 30

Hydration and sun protection are key, even in the dead of winter. Keep your complexion balanced with a daily dose of Green Tea-infused moisture that leaves skin dewy—never greasy.

If you have parched skin, try The Moisture Magnet SPF 15 for a surge of hydration and a velvety-smooth finish.

FLOWER & TONIC MASK

All skin types need a regular deep clean—but in winter, it’s essential to balance pore-purifying benefits with something replenishing, too. This Gardenia and Evening Primrose-infused formula ensures impurities are lifted from the skin without leaving your complexion feeling dry or tight.

AZULENE CALMING MASK

Reach for this restorative mask whenever your skin is feeling angry, overworked, or winter-worn. This is a comforting formula that blends soothing botanicals and absorbent minerals to bring balance back to your complexion.

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Originally published as Mario Monthly Edit: December Skin Care from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Let’s face it. Holiday gift shopping can add up, so to maximize your budget and save you time, we’ve rounded up the best Mario Badescu gift sets under $30. In fact, they’re so irresistible (and affordable!) that you might just have to get them in twos.

One to gift, and one to keep—and you won’t even feel guilty about it.

THE PERFECT PAIRING

$12 (a $15 value!)

Perfectly paired and even more perfectly priced, this Facial Spray and Lip Balm Duo is bound to make anyone’s day. It’s the perfect stocking stuffer or under-$20-present for any holiday gift exchange.

FACIAL SPRAY TRAVEL TRIO

$15

Everyone’s favorite face mists are back again in a trio of travel-friendly minis! Each bag includes Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater; Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea; and Facial Spray with Aloe, Chamomile and Lavender.

THE MULTI-TASKERS

$18 (a $20 value!)

Maximize your skin care and get the most out of your products. This Rose-infused duo was made for on-the-go glow-getters who prioritize efficiency. Use Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater from the neck up to refresh skin, hair, and your mood. For everywhere else? Use Rose Hand Cream with Vitamin E on your hands and body, too.

LIP BALM TRIO

$20 (a $24 value!)

A tube for every mood? Yes, please! Gift the entire boxed set as is, or break it apart to make your own custom gift. However you choose to use your trio, know this: each one is formulated with a blend of ultra-rich butters, conditioning oils, and soothing botanicals for mistletoe-ready lips. It’s just a matter of choosing your balm-du-jour: lightly coconutty, sweetly floral, or tingly fresh?

THE HOLIDAY GLOW-UP

$28 (a $36 value!)

Mario minis for the skin care obsessee, designed for dewy, luminous skin. Use Rose Hips Nourishing Oil during the day and Vitamin C Serum as your evening treatment. ‘Tis the season for beautiful skin.

ALL IS CALM, ALL IS BRIGHT

$28 (a $38 value!)

Gift this five-piece collection to the ultimate MB fan or someone you know who is deserving of some much needed R&R. This is a complete regimen designed to de-stress, replenish, and rejuvenate so you wake up radiant the next day.

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Originally published as Best Holiday Gift Sets Under $30 from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Holiday shopping for everyone on your to-gift list can be daunting. And every year, no matter how organized you think you are, a last-minute need always seems to pop out of nowhere. What to do? Who do you gift what?

Our mantra? Wrap, tape, mist, repeat. The gift ideas are already done and curated for you; all you need to do is keep your favorite face mist on tap to refresh between wrapping.

GIFTS FOR HER

FOR YOUR MOM / MOTHER-IN-LAW:

Rose Hips Nourishing Oil + Rose Facial Spray + Peptide Renewal Cream + Super Collagen Mask + cashmere pashmina or sweater

FOR YOUR GRANDMA:

Almond & Honey Face Scrub + Rose Facial Spray + Caviar Night Cream + Vitamin A-D-E Neck Cream + spa gift certificate

FOR YOUR AUNT:

Classics Collection + throw blanket

FOR YOUR GIRLFRIEND / WIFE:

Weekend getaway for two + cashmere blanket + toiletries bag + All is Calm, All is Bright

FOR YOUR BEST FRIEND:

The Holiday Glow-Up + The Perfect Pairing

FOR YOUR SISTER(S):

The Multi-Taskers + plush bathrobe + books

FOR YOUR TEEN SISTER / COUSIN:

Facial Spray Travel Trio + Drying Lotion

FOR YOUR CO-WORKER:

Lip Balm Trio

GIFTS FOR HIM

FOR YOUR DAD / FATHER-IN-LAW:

The Executive Collection for Men + his favorite liquor

FOR YOUR GRANDPA:

The Executive Collection for Men + a collection of his favorite films

FOR YOUR UNCLE:

Men’s Grooming Basics

FOR YOUR BOYFRIEND / HUSBAND:

Weekend getaway for two + Men’s Grooming Basics (which includes a dopp bag)

FOR YOUR BEST FRIEND:

Botanical Exfoliating Scrub + Enzyme Cleansing Gel + Pre-Shave Conditioner + Shaving Cream

FOR YOUR BROTHER:

Men’s Grooming Basics + Drying Lotion

FOR YOUR TEEN BROTHER / COUSIN:

Drying Lotion + Silver Powder + sneakers + sweatshirt

FOR YOUR CO-WORKER:

Hydrating Hand Cream + Lip Wax

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Originally published as The Ultimate Gift Guide for Everyone on Your List from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Welcome to #MarioMonthlyEdit, where you (yes, you) get a sneak peek at our current essentials. If you missed our last installment, check it out here.

It’s time to get down to business.

With the holiday season right around a corner—and trust: it always manages to creep up before you know it—it’s time to take things into our own hands. Rather than let pre-holiday planning and stress get the best of your skin, stock up on these skin care essentials to help keep your complexion looking clear no matter what.

Acne Facial Cleanser

Perfect for acne-prone or troubled skin, this daily face wash is a must-have for keeping skin clear in time for holiday celebrations. Our cleanser is formulated with Salicylic Acid to exfoliate away pore-clogging surface impurities (which are known to cause breakouts) and Thyme Extract to clarify troubled skin.

Special Cucumber Lotion

Enhanced cleansing is just what troubled, stressed-out skin needs. This is a powerful astringent that helps remove excess oil, minimize T-zone shine, and dry up existing breakouts to encourage a clearer-looking complexion.

Glycolic Foaming Cleanser

Radiant, even skin is always the goal—especially when you know there will be camera-happy friends and family snapping away at every family function. We can’t guarantee that your eyes won’t be closed in most of those shots, but we can help you feel confident about going filter-free.

For clear, glowing skin, substitute your usual cleanser for the Glycolic Foaming Cleanser one to three times a week (1-2 times a week for dry skin, 2-3 times a week for oily skin). Glycolic Acid not only exfoliates the skin’s surface, but also boasts the ability to deep clean pores too—making it a must-have for refining congested, uneven complexions.

Ceramide Herbal Eye Cream

Clocking in seven hours of sleep is tough when there’s so much to be done—so to help with tired under-eyes, try incorporating a brightening eye cream into your daily regimen. This one is formulated with Euphrasia (also known as ‘Eyebright’) Extract and Rose Hip Oil (a natural source of Vitamin C) to help restore radiance as Ceramides and Hyaluronic Acid smooth the look of fine lines.

Plus, this eye cream boasts a super lightweight, fast-absorbing formula that enables you to apply concealer over top—making it the perfect base if you need a little coverage.

Oil Free Moisturizer SPF 30

Just because we’re approaching winter doesn’t mean we don’t need sun protection. Keep up with your daily SPF application, ladies and gents.

Buffering Lotion

Prone to large, under-the-surface bumps? This is the spot treatment for you. If you’re prone to whiteheads, however…

Drying Lotion

Your go-to for targeting pesky problems overnight.

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Originally published as The Monthly Edit: November Skin Care Essentials from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Face feeling a bit congested, tight, or uncomfortable from post-Halloween makeup madness? Here’s how to bring back the clarity:

Remove your makeup.

Thoroughly—as in, leave no traces behind. We recommend using any of these makeup removers to dissolve away all that intense eye makeup first before going in with your cleansing routine. If you went heavy on the face makeup too, try this #MBSkinTip: Remove your makeup with Cleansing Milk with Carnation & Rice Oil, then follow with a rinse-off face wash like Enzyme Cleansing Gel to ensure a thorough cleanse.

Hit the reset button.

After a thorough process of makeup-removing and cleansing, set aside 20 minutes for some skin R&R with one of our tonic masks. Mario Badescu “tonic masks” are clay-based masks that work to purify and clarify the skin—which is exactly what post-Halloween skin craves to reset and start fresh.

Not sure which mask is right for your skin type? Here’s the 411:

• Flower & Tonic Mask is the gentlest of our tonic mask collection. This is a Gardenia and clay-based mask that works restore balance by lifting impurities from the skin while improving moisture retention so all skin types (including sensitive!) appears smoother and more refined.
• Take it a step up and you have our Orange Tonic Mask and Strawberry Tonic Mask. Both are formulated with a Kaolin and Zinc Oxide base to purify and tighten the appearance of pores, offering added oil-absorbing properties to truly deep clean skin. Orange Tonic Mask contains Orange Peel to rejuvenate and prevent pore congestion, whereas Strawberry Tonic Mask is infused with Strawberry (a source of Vitamin C) to give skin a brightening boost.
• Then there’s the strongest of the four: Cucumber Tonic Mask. Designed for very oily or congested skin, this powerful purifying formula leaves your complexion refined, smooth, and shine-free. It’s infused with Cucumber to tone and formulated with natural minerals to clarify—making it a must-have mask for getting your skin back into pre-Halloween makeup madness shape.
• And for troubled areas, try this #MBSkinTip: Apply Buffering Lotion to those erupted areas, then follow with a thin, even layer of Drying Mask on top. This acts a powerful clarifying solution that helps dry up existing surface blemishes and target under-the-skin bumps.

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Shop our tonic masks here.

Originally published as Post-Halloween Madness: How to Bring Back the Clarity in Your Skin from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Dressing up is the half the fun of Halloween (the other half is the sheer abundance of “fun-sized candy bars, which for some bizarre reason, tastes so much better than the original-sized versions). The not so fun part? Removing the face paint and crazy makeup at the end of the night.

To help make the getting un-ready part easy, keep a makeup remover or two on hand: one for your eyes, one for the rest of your face. These are the makeup removers you need this Halloween:

EYE MAKEUP REMOVERS

If you have sensitive skin…

Try our Eye Make-Up Remover Cream. It’s a makeup artist favorite for removing tough, waterproof eye makeup while imparting light moisture back into the skin.

If you have dry skin and/or under-eyes…

Try our Carnation Eye Make-Up Remover Oil. This one is formulated with a  blend of rich oils—like the highly emollient Sesame Seed Oil—to dissolve away waterproof eye makeup quickly and effectively.

If you have oily skin…

Try our Eye Make-Up Remover Gel (Non-Oily). This non-greasy makeup remover has a unique, gel-like texture that’s lightweight on skin and never leaves behind a slick residue.

FACE MAKEUP REMOVER COMBO

Start by cleansing the skin with our Cleansing Milk with Carnation & Rice Oil to break down heavy makeup. Tissue the product off, then go in with Glycolic Foaming Cleanser (instead of your usual daily cleanser) to further deep clean pores and exfoliate skin. Follow with your favorite toner.

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Originally published as The Makeup Removers You Need This Halloween from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Welcome to #MarioMonthlyEdit, where you (yes, you) get a sneak peek at our current essentials. If you missed our last installment, check it out here.

Leaves are falling. Halloween stores are setting up shop left and right. If you had any doubt (we’re still experiencing the odd warm-weather day in New York City, so it’s understandable), take a look around: Fall is officially in the air, ladies and gents. Dry air, inevitable chill, and all.

Sweaters may be out of storage, but skin is always in—which is why October is all about maintaining balance as the seasons continue to shift. This is the perfect time to start easing those heavier, creamier moisturizers back into regimen while retiring lightweight formulas. If you’re not sure where to start, take a look at the skincare we’re into this month:

Super Rich Olive Body Lotion

Autumn air can leave skin tight, ashy, and dry—which is why it’s imperative you moisturize daily. This classic formula is a Badescu best-seller and fall favorite for men and women alike: it’s a rich, nourishing formula infused with Olive Oil to help alleviate dryness for softer, smoother, more radiant-looking skin.

Special Hand Cream with Vitamin E

If you’re worried about feeling sticky or greasy post-hand cream application, don’t. Our Special Hand Cream with Vitamin E, though creamy in texture, boasts a fast-absorbing formula that sinks in quickly for intense moisture sans the heavy residue. Antioxidant oils nourish dehydrated skin while smoothing the look of fine lines so your hands feel silky-soft, always.

Enzyme Revitalizing Mask

There’s never a time when we don’t want to glow, but if you need reasons, we got ‘em. Fall weather, personal heaters, and back-to-school stress tend to leave the complexion a little lackluster, which is where masking comes in. For an instant pick-me-up, (and 15-20 minutes of built-in TLC), apply our Enzyme Revitalizing Mask where your skin is looking dull, tired, or dehydrated.

Rose Hips Nourishing Oil

If there’s one product you need this season, it’s this. Unlike most facial oils, our Rose Hips Nourishing Oil boasts a lightweight yet moisture-intensive formula that helps revive and smooth dehydrated skin. Rosehip Extract, a natural source of essential fatty acids and antioxidant Vitamin C, brightens lackluster skin while hydrating any dry patches—revealing softer, more radiant skin.

Seaweed Cleansing Soap

It’s creamy, it’s fresh, it’s oil-free—making it the ideal cleanser for all skin types. It never leaves behind a residue, nor does it leave the skin feeling tight or dry. (Enzyme Cleansing Gel fans, you’ll love this face wash as a fall/winter alternative!)

Seaweed Cleansing Lotion

This is the ideal, in-between-seasons toner. It’s a gentler alternative to an astringent (like our Cucumber Cleansing Lotion), but it still offers enhanced cleansing thanks to its Witch Hazel content.

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See more of our fall favorites here.

Originally published as The Monthly Edit: October Skin Care Essentials from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.