For glowy, dewy, and bright skin all summer long, try this.

1. USE A GEL CLEANSER.

Enzyme Cleansing Gel is our most universal (and beloved!) face wash to date: it’s a light, oil-free gel base infused with Papaya and Grapefruit Extracts to help rejuvenate skin. A dime-sized squeeze of this will do the trick: it’s the perfect morning pick-me-up and end-of-day deep clean that leaves skin feeling fresh-faced and clean.

If you have very oily skin, try Botanical Facial Gel for a deeper clean.

2. ALWAYS FOLLOW WITH A TONER.

Toning post-cleanse helps ensure every speck of makeup, oil, sweat, and grime is removed from your face. You get a thorough clean (which is crucial), but even more importantly, Mario Badescu toners are formulated to re-balance your skin and deliver complexion-boosting benefits weightlessly.

Glycolic Acid Toner is a staple for soothing, resurfacing benefits. Formulated with Glycolic Acid to help even out skin tone, Grapefruit Extract to rejuvenate, and Aloe Vera for a soothing hydration, this is a must for a touch of daily exfoliation. Brighter skin (and days) lie ahead with this in your routine.

If you have sensitive skin and want a brightening boost, try Alpha Grapefruit Cleansing Lotion. This is mild formulation infused with Grapefruit and Lemon Extracts to give skin that rejuvenating boost—plus a host of replenishing ingredients like Bladderwrack (Seaweed) Extract, Aloe Vera, and Glycerin.

3. KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE PRIZE.

Ceramide Herbal Eye Cream is the perfect warm-weather eye cream. It’s a silky balm that glides beautifully under and around the eye area, packed with skin-loving ingredients (like Hyaluronic Acid, Safflower Seed Oil, Rosehip Oil, Vitamin E, Ceramide Glycolipids, Eyebright Extract).

If your skin is on the oily side, try Ceramide Eye Gel instead. It’s an ultra-light, oil-free eye gel that applies with bounce and seamlessness. Store it in the fridge and make it an extra-cooling treat that helps de-puff tired eyes.

4. STAY HYDRATED.

Hyaluronic Dew Cream is just what summer skin—no matter your skin type—craves. This is a light gel-cream hybrid that delivers all the dewiness with none of the heaviness. Layer as much as you need (and over a serum if you desire).

If you’re out and about, do layer this with your favorite sunscreen or opt for a face moisturizer with SPF.

#MBSkinTip: Get a glow-up just by misting with any Mario Badescu Facial Spray before you apply Hyaluronic Dew Cream. Doing so enables the Sodium Hyaluronate complex (in the moisturizer) to draw even more moisture into the skin for an added boost of hydration.

5. TREAT YOURSELF.

Every other night, apply a few drops of Vitamin C Serum before you reach for Hyaluronic Dew Cream. Glowy is the goal, of course, but you also want to care for your skin, too—which means using this antioxidant-enriched serum to help fight against skin-aging free radicals from sun damage.

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Here are 10 more tips on how to achieve radiant, summer skin.

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

Unless you’ve been living under a proverbial rock, you know that using sunscreen daily is imperative.

Like exercise and drinking water, applying sunscreen is a simple practice that yields huge dividends and is also somehow so easy to neglect. We’re hoping this will motivate you to find your perfect sunscreen, just like how seeing our super-fit friend’s Instagram post of her smiling as she crosses the finish line of her latest 10k motivates us to lace up and go for a run after a two (ok, three) week hiatus.

Why is sunscreen so important?

In addition to shielding your skin from the harmful rays of the sun, sunscreen helps to prevent the signs of premature aging including loss of elasticity, discoloration, lines, and wrinkles. Mortality and vanity—do any other motivators even exist?

Which sunscreen is right for you?

So let’s get into it, shall we? The following 2-in-1 formulas provide moisture and sun protection to keep skin happy through the summer months and beyond!

Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

Best for all skin types particularly sensitive skin. This moisturizer is lightweight, fast-absorbing UVA/UVB protection sunscreen

Aloe Moisturizer SPF 15

Best for those who are combo/oily and/or acne-prone. This moisturizer softens and protects sans oil and with soothing Aloe.

Oil Free Moisturizer SPF 30

This formula is great for combo/oily and/or acne-prone skin especially of you burn easily or if you are spending time outdoors. This is really a 3-in-1 since the Green Tea in the formula gives this moisturizer an antioxidant boost!

Collagen Moisturizer SPF15

Perfect for those who are combo dry and fighting the signs of aging. Collagen binds to moisture to smooth fine lines.

Hyaluronic Moisturizer SPF15

Combo dry and dry skin types love how this moisturizer leaves skin protected and feeling balanced without being heavy. Hyaluronic Acid binds to moisture helping to restore a youthful, supple feel.

Which of these moisture + sunscreen formulas is your perfect match?

Originally published as The Best Sunscreen for Your Type from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

The limit may not exist—but the perfect summer body lotion does.

What it is:

Summer Shine Body Lotion, a.k.a. Summer bottled up. This seemingly improbable feat was somehow achieved by one such Mario Badescu… which means you have complete access to warm weather vibes and sun-kissed glow no matter where you are or the time of year.

What it does:

Imparts a luminous highlight wherever it’s applied, and lightly moisturizes skin too. Formulated with nourishing oils and antioxidant Vitamin A to nourish skin, this lightweight body cream is just the product you want when you want your limbs out and on display. Subtle shimmer is infused to add a beautiful gleam, leaving skin soft, smooth, and glowing.

What we love about it:

It’s the perfect pick-me-up on the gloomiest of days or in the dead of winter—but it’s also the quintessential summer must-have that heightens every beachside moment or tropical vacation by setting the mood and the glow. It smells like summer in the best possible way. Light, fresh, sweet, luminous, and coconutty, Summer Shine Body Lotion is both delectable and delightful—adding a hint of addictively sweet (but never unbearingly saccharine) fragrance.

But scent aside, it’s beautiful. Subtle shimmer gives the skin a sophisticated, like the sun or candlelight found you.

How to use it:

Apply Summer Shine Body Lotion wherever your heart desires. Do as the makeup artists do backstage before sending models down the runway: apply it wherever skin is exposed for a beautiful gleam. Or for a more subtle approach, apply it only where the light would naturally hit your skin: the collarbones, tops of your shoulders, and down the front of your legs.

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Originally published as The Perfect Summer Body Lotion from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

How does summer affect your skin?

Summer often means enjoying the rays of sunshine outdoors, taking exciting trips, having fun with friends and family and indulging in tasty food and drinks. But how does it impact your skin and your summer skincare routine? Heat, humidity, air conditioning and sun exposure present a serious challenge to the skin. Protecting it from possible damage is the key factor to ensure a healthy complexion and great summer days. By following our simple tips for glowing skin and tweaking your skincare for the summer season, you can easily protect your skin and enjoy the sunny days.

10 Skincare Tips for Summer:

1. Always apply sunscreen. Sun protection is crucial to skin health—in fact, it’s one of the most surefire ways to prevent premature signs of aging (like fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging) and discoloration (like age spots and darkening of post-acne marks). Be sure to apply sunscreen first thing every morning or 20 minutes prior to any outdoor activities; re-apply every hour to ensure your skin stays protected throughout the day, especially if you’re going to be spending time during the sun’s peak hours (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.). Sunscreen is the most essential part of your summer skincare routine.

We recommend trying:
Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer SPF 30 for combination, oily and acne-prone skin
Mario Badescu Collagen Moisturizer SPF 15 for combination to dry skin
Mario Badescu The Moisture Magnet SPF 15 for dry and mature skin

2. Remember to protect your hands and feet.  Driving and walking around in open-toed shoes makes you susceptible to sun damage and premature signs of aging. Be sure to exfoliate, moisturize, and protect exposed hands and feet. Our tip? Keep a bottle of Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer SPF 30 on hand when you’re out and about. It’ll not only keep your hands and feet hydrated, but will also sink in quickly without feeling greasy—all while protecting your skin. 

3. Exfoliate regularly. Bacteria, impurities and dead skin cells may clog the pores and make your skin look dull and lifeless. By removing pore-clogging surface impurities and dulling dead skin cells from the skin, exfoliation helps diminish discoloration and prevent future breakouts. Reveal a healthy and glowing complexion with the gentle yet effective Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser. Make sure to leave it on for a couple of minutes before washing it off to help the ingredients do their magic. If you prefer a granular exfoliant, give our invigorating Botanical Exfoliating Scrub a try instead. Exfoliate once or twice a week as part of your summer skincare routine and enjoy glowing skin. 

4. Moisturize Daily.  Summer sun, heat, salt water, chlorine, and air conditioning can wreak havoc on skin. You can put aside the rich moisturizers in the summer but don’t deprive your skin of hydration completely. To help keep skin hydrated and healthy-looking, moisturize skin in the summer with SPF before sun, and use a night cream before bed. And for glowing, silky-smooth skin from head to toe, be sure to moisturize your hands and body too.

5. Don’t Skimp on Eye Cream. Sun exposure will gradually thin skin and cause wrinkles, so it’s essential to make eye care a priority. Try using a lightweight formula for day like our Ceramide Herbal Eye Cream and a creamy renewing eye cream like Glycolic Eye Cream overnight for the perfect summer skincare routine. Throw on a baseball cap or large, floppy beach hat to help further shield your face, neck, and chest from dangerous UVA/UVB rays.

6.Look for alpha/beta hydroxy acids in your skincare. We already mentioned the importance of regular exfoliation and by combining the right acids you can restore and replenish for glowing skin. It is essential to address your skin type and skin concerns before choosing the best acids and acid combination among products with Grapefruit Extract, Papaya Extract, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid. Use a product once or twice a week as part of your summer skincare routine for glowing skin.

7.Add Vitamin C to the mix. Vitamin C is the best possible teammate to your sunscreen. Together they help to visibly brighten the skin and keep the complexion healthy and youthful-looking for a healthy looking glowing skin. Use our Vitamin C Serum at night to replenish your skin. Use alone or add a moisturizer if you need added hydration.  We can suggest Hyaluronic Dew Cream

8. Purify the skin. To absorb excess oil and deep clean the skin, you can use a gentle purifying mask a couple of times a week as part of your summer skincare routine. Mario Badescu Flower & Tonic Mask is gentle on the skin and balances the oil production without feeling stripping and drying.

9. Stay hydrated. Healthy skin comes from within. Drink plenty of water during the summer days, as dehydration can show on your skin, too.

10. Choose the healthier option. As tempting as it is to lie in a tanning bed or sunbathe, make the switch to self-tanners to achieve that ever-covetable summer skin without yielding yourself to the dangers of overexposure. Beauty Tip: Our faces will always be a shade or two lighter than our body; to build color on your face as well, alternate between a tinted moisturizer and facial self-tanner to achieve an even wash of sun-kissed color.

Originally published as Top 10 Tips for Glowing Summer Skin from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Gel moisturizers are the skin care products du jour this year—and while they aren’t exactly new to the Mario Badescu line (they’ve been part of our core collection for a few decades now), there’s no perfect time to spotlight our favorite gel formulas than now.

For oily, troubled, or congested skin types, water-based formulas are a blessing: they deliver the hydration your skin needs without the shine traditional face creams tend to leave behind. Come summer, gel moisturizers become a universal favorite. Sweltering heat and humidity has all of us craving something lightweight and refreshing—what better way to hydrate your skin than with a tall glass of water, literally and through your skin care, too?

These are our top three gel moisturizers and water-based serums that have been making waves since the 80s:

Herbal Hydrating Serum 

When Herbal Hydrating Serum first launched in the 1980s, it was aptly called “Spring & Summer Drops” for its perfect-for-warm-weather formula. What was supposed to be a seasonal release was brought back by popular demand and renamed “Herbal Hydrating Serum.”

Since then, this gel-serum has become a staple in all skin care regimens, no matter the skin type. With invigorating botanical extracts like Ginkgo and Ginseng to give the complexion a refreshing boost, and Glycolipid Ceramides to help bind water to the skin, Herbal Hydrating Serum is essentially like give your skin a drink of infused H2O.

Oily skin types love its ultra-light texture and dry skin types adore it for its versatility. Wear the Herbal Hydrating Serum on its own, or layer it over your favorite moisturizer—either way gives skin a fresh-faced finish.

Anti Acne Serum

“Acne” and “serum” are two words that don’t seem to go together—but in the world of Mario Badescu, they can, and do.

Anti Acne Serum is another ultra-lightweight gel that glides on easily and absorbs seamlessly into skin. What’s unique about this product is that it works to balance, hydrate, and promote a clearer-looking complexion all at once—thanks to its oil-free Salicylic Acid and Thyme Extract formula. In just one step you get the hydration you need and the clarifying measures essential for and maintaining happy skin.

Ceramide Eye Gel

Unique in texture and formulated with water-binding Ceramides, this lightweight, oil-free eye gel absorbs seamlessly to deliver essential moisture without feeling heavy on skin. It’s refreshing on application as is, but we recommend stashing the jar in the fridge to add an extra cooling, wake-me-up boost to your skin care routine.

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Originally published as Top 3 Gel Moisturizers & Water-Based Serums for Oily Skin from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Every month, we share which products are on top rotation. Our philosophy is simple: just as we change our wardrobe based on the weather or current mood, we swap our skin care accordingly, too. This month is all about keeping skin in balance while tackling warm weather woes like excess oil, congestion, and the occasional breakout or two.

These are our June skin care essentials:

Enzyme Cleansing Gel

For a fresh-faced glow, we start every day (and end every night) with Enzyme Cleansing Gel. It’s a classic cleanser we love year-round, but come first sign of summer, it takes permanent residence sink-side. (In fact, we stash the jumbo-sized version in our shower and the regular-sized bottle on our bathroom countertop for easy access.)

Here’s why we love it:

• It’s universal, thanks to its oil-free, non-foaming gel formula—which means all skin types are left feeling exceptionally clean, not dry or tight
• Papaya and Grapefruit Extract are infused to help give skin a rejuvenating boost while you cleanse
• Excess oil and surface impurities are rinsed away, leaving skin bright and refreshed

Special Cucumber Lotion

We love summer—but for most of us, skin tends to get oilier and become breakout-prone as the weather warms. To help keep skin looking clear, we’re upping our toner game by bringing in Special Cucumber Lotion, a clarifying astringent specifically formulated for oily, troubled skin.

(Not acne-prone? Check out our toner guide to find the best toner for your skin type.)

Cucumber Tonic Mask

Another June skin care favorite? Cucumber Tonic Mask, the most powerful of our purifying masks. Formulated with Kaolin Clay, Zinc Oxide, and Cucumber Extract, this must-have summer treat helps to draw out pore-clogging impurities while giving oily skin a cooling boost.

#MBSkinTip: When you’re ready to remove your mask, give your face a liberal misting of your favorite Mario Badescu Facial Spray to help make the clean-up process easier. Once you’re done, mist again for a hydrating, botanical boost.

Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea

We’re the last to play favorites with our facial sprays, but if there’s a mist match made in heaven for summertime, this one is it.

It’s infused with:

• Aloe Vera, for soothing hydration
• Cucumber Extract and Cucumber Essential Water, to refresh and cool
• Peppermint Essential Water, for an invigorating boost
• Green Tea Extract, to help defend against skin-aging free radicals

…which makes for the perfect pick-me-up on the hottest of days. For brownie points, stash it in your fridge or cooler. When the air-con isn’t working or the beach is too hot to handle, this botanical bottle of goodness will keep you feeling fresh and looking dewy. Simply spritz, mist, and glow.

A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap

A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap is another perennial favorite that we’re especially grateful for in summer. Formulated with a blend of fruit enzymes, Ginseng, and Linden to revitalize skin with every shower, this must-have daily body wash leaves you feeling thoroughly clean and refreshed.

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

Because all moms deserve flowers for Mother’s Day, here are a few of our favorite gift ideas we think she’ll love:

THE MULTI-TASKERS

Mom’s are the superhero multi-taskers of the world—and this set was made with moms on the move in mind. This Rose-powered duo includes:

• Rose Hand Cream with Vitamin E, a creamy, dreamy floral formula that can be used on hard-working hands and as a body lotion, too
• a jumbo Rose Facial Spray, for misting head to toe whenever, wherever

ROSE HYDRATION DUO

And because there’s no such thing as too much rose, we have another floral fan-favorite pairing for moms who already have our mist. This set includes:

• Rose Lip Balm, a rich lip conditioner packed with 14 nourishing butters, restorative oils, and soothing botanicals for petal-soft lips
• Rose Hand Cream with Vitamin E, a Rose-infused iteration of our signature Special Hand Cream with Vitamin E

THE FACIAL SPRAY COLLECTION

And if you can’t send her a bouquet, this limited edition Mother’s Day set is the perfect present for Mom. There’s a mist for every mood:

• Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater, the original, cult-favorite mist infused with rejuvenating Rose and Gardenia
• Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea, an invigorating pick-me-up that features Peppermint, Cucumber, and restorative Green Tea
• Facial Spray with Aloe, Chamomile and Lavender, a soothing blend of Lavender Oil and Chamomile Extract—with a hint of antioxidant Vitamin C
• Facial Spray with Aloe, Sage and Orange Blossom, an uplifting, citrus-y infusion of purifying botanicals and Orange Blossom Essential Water

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The best part? Everything is 25% off—but only for a limited time.

SHOP ALL GIFTS

Originally published as Perfect for Mom: Rose Skin Care for Mother’s Day from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Make it simple, but significant.

Now more than ever, it’s the little things that have the greatest impact on our lives. No matter how small the step or seemingly insignificant the habit, any attempt at self-care is preservation—especially when anxiety worldwide is at an all-time high. Our best recommendation (second only to following all national and local guidance in taking precautions) is to continue making space for your daily routines despite the grey and gloom looming overhead. Allow yourself those things: You deserve it.  

Skin care is hardly the solution, but it just might help by granting us some semblance of normalcy. These are the steps we’re taking to feeling like our best selves, no matter where we are:

BOOKENDING OUR DAYS WITH A CLEAN SLATE

…which means cleansing and toning twice daily. Because between-seasons skin craves comfort, Cucumber Cream Soap is our face wash of choice in April. It’s creamy, cooling, and a delight to use.

To make our cleansing routine more indulgent, we’re adding not one, but two toners to our top shelf. Aloe Lotion is our daytime astringent to soothe while combating shine. At night, Glycolic Acid Toner is our brightening treatment: a few swipes infused skin with a weightless layer of resurfacing, brightening benefits that work hard while you sleep.

STAYING HYDRATED, ALWAYS

…with these host of hydration heroes. The trick to a dewy—never greasy-looking—glow is layering, starting with…

1. A light misting of Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea, a hydrating pick-me-up infused invigorating botanical benefits.
2. Next, while the skin is still wet, apply the moisturizers. Under and around the area goes Ceramide Herbal Eye Cream, a spring favorite for its balm-like texture. For the rest of the face, neck, and décolletage, Buttermilk Moisturizer is how we get that glow. Skin is replenished and gets a rejuvenating boost, too—thanks to the Lactic Acid infused into its light, silky cream.
3. If skin is craving a little more hydration (or if we’re want a juicy, dewy finish), add a few drops of Herbal Hydrating Serum all over or just to the high points of the face for a natural sheen.
4. The final touch? Another round of misting to finish things off.

AND TREATING OURSELVES WITH A LITTLE BIT OF TLC

This month, we’re making a promise to continue setting aside time (a minimum of) once a week to give our skin the lift it needs. Super Collagen Mask is a perennial favorite because it gives our skin a pick-me-up that combines smoothing and pore-purifying benefits—but we can always amp it up.

Before applying Super Collagen Mask, tap Cellufirm Drops around the eye and lip area to give those delicate spots an extra-nourishing, line-smoothing treatment. Apply a thin yet even, opaque layer of the mask over the entire face, neck, and décolletage, then wait 20 minutes for it to dry.

Once the mask is ready for removal, saturate your skin with a liberal misting of Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea to help loosen it up. Because you’ve dampened the mask and applied a creamy layer underneath, the cleansing process becomes much simpler—and you avoid tugging at your skin. Rinse off everything with water, follow with toner, and apply any serum or moisturizer to finish off your at-home mini facial.

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

Spring ahead with fresh, dewy skin.

The moment we turn the corner from February to March, it’s as if someone snapped their fingers and just like that, spring is in the air. The temperature could be the same as it was one week prior and still it would feel different now that it’s March. Somehow, 40 degrees feels warmer. Sunnier. Dare we say happier, even?

Everything is better in spring.

In celebration of warmer weather and in preparation for the new season, we’re revisiting our medicine cabinets. Out with the old, on with the spring cleaning, and in with only the essentials for our freshest, dewiest skin yet.

These are the products that made our monthly skin care edit:

CUCUMBER CREAM SOAP

It’s creamy, cool, and Cucumber-infused for a clean that feels fresh, never stripping. Meet your perfect between-season face wash that rinses away surface impurities and leaves your skin as soft and smooth as can be.

CUCUMBER CLEANSING LOTION

If you have combination skin that veers oily come the slightest hint of sun, swap out your winter toner for this one. Formulated with Cucumber Extract for its natural astringent and vitamin-rich properties, Cucumber Cleansing Lotion is a must-have for soothing skin and removing unwanted T-zone shine.  

HYDRO MOISTURIZER WITH VITAMIN C

Replenish and rejuvenate dull, dehydrated skin. This glow-boosting blend of antioxidant Vitamin C, hydrating Squalane, and antioxidant Vitamin E is designed to help improve the look of uneven skin tone and texture. Simply massage a light, even layer on clean skin—day or night—and repeat daily for bright, moisturized skin.

VITAMIN C SERUM

We’re staying right on track with our glowy skin them. For skin that’s smooth, even, and bright, reach for this little green bottle. Vitamin C Serum is brimming with the good stuff:

• not one, but two Vitamin C derivatives
• smoothing Collagen
• soothing and hydrating Aloe Vera
• calming Lavender Oil
• mineral and vitamin-rich Cucumber Extract
• revitalizing Ginseng Extract

In short: it’s like a multivitamin for your skin.

SEAWEED NIGHT CREAM

For skin that’s dewy and plump with hydration, use Seaweed Night Cream every evening. This is a rich yet oil-free formula packed with nutrient-rich Seaweed (Bladderwrack) Extract, Collagen, Elastin, and Sodium Hyaluronate. Massage a dime-sized dollop over clean, freshly misted skin or layer it over Vitamin C Serum to boost your morning-after results.

CUCUMBER TONIC MASK

Incorporate a clay mask into your weekly routine to counter increased shine and congestion. Use it all over or in targeted areas—like your T-zone—as a pore-purifying treat.  

FACIAL SPRAY WITH ALOE, CUCUMBER AND GREEN TEA

It wouldn’t be a #MarioMonthlyEdit without adding a multi-tasking mist into the mix. This one feels especially apropos: it’s the perfect solution for tired skin in need of an instant pick-me-up. Nutrient-packed botanicals enrich skin with a slew of complexion-boosting benefits, plus, an infusion of cooling Cucumber and Peppermint Essential Waters leaves skin dewy and re-energized.

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Originally published as Mario Monthly Edit: March Skin Care 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.

How is it August already? Time flies when you’re having fun or whatever, but seriously—where did summer go?

We’re still milking the concept of glowing, summer skin for as long as we can (it’s pretty much the mantra at MB HQ year-round). To help keep skin radiant but also ease it into fall, here are the August skincare essentials we’re keeping on rotation:

Enzyme Cleansing Gel

When in doubt, go green. This is the staple face wash for all skin types, year round—making it perfect to use in August when days are still blazing but nights are feeling more like fall. Refreshing Papaya enzymes and Grapefruit Extract gently exfoliate away dulling dead skin cells to help rejuvenate your complexion with every cleanse.

Cucumber Cleansing Lotion

Our skin has finally acclimated to the crazy hot weather, so we’re swapping out Special Cucumber Lotion for the Cucumber Cleansing Lotion. This astringent still helps get rid of T-zone shine, but it’s a gentler option for combination/oily skin that’s relatively skin, but could use the extra boost.

Botanical Exfoliating Scrub

Last month was all about the Glycolic Foaming Cleanser, but this month we’re onto the Botanical Exfoliating Scrub. Sometimes it’s just nice to switching things up a bit so you (and your skin) get a breath of fresh air.

Glycolic Foaming Cleanser

We don’t just use it on our face—we love using it on our bodies too. Once or twice a week, we’ll cleanse our arms, back, and legs (where skin is prone to bumpiness or congestion) to help keep skin looking clear and smooth. The shorts may be going away soon, but head-to-toe glow is still our number one priority.

Formula 200 Body Lotion

Morning shower-ers (or impatient moisturizer-ers), rejoice. This is a super lightweight, fast-absorbing lotion that gets the job done. Simply apply post shower and you could get dressed without feeling sticky—immediately.

Oil Free Moisturizer SPF 30

Here’s an #MBSkinTip: We stash a bottle in our car so we’re reminded to (1) moisturize and (2) protect our hands before we start driving. It’s a facial moisturizer—but because of it’s oil-free formula, we love using it as a sunscreen-and-hand-cream 2-in-1 to help prevent incidental sun damage.

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SHOP MORE OF OUR SUMMER FAVORITES

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