Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“A beta hydroxy acid (BHA)known for its gentle exfoliating feel, leaving skin looking more refined.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSulfur, Salicylic acidWorks well
“Mario Badescu Drying Lotion is a legendary on-the-spot solution that helps dry up surface blemishes overnight.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid, sulfur. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Evens skin toneSalicylic acidNot delivered
“This fast-acting formula can be applied directly to areas of concern, helping your skin appear more refined and even-toned.”
This product might help improve the skin tone through exfoliation. In other words, it helps to speed up the shedding of cells from the upper layer of the skin, and this might help reduce hyperpigmentation.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · GlycerinWorks
“Drying Lotion”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: CamphorMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Isopropyl alcohol~24–36%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholWater~14–21%
Calamine~5.6–8.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camphor~3.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulfur~2.7–4.1%
Talc~1.6–2.4%
Zinc oxide~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideTitanium dioxide~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideGlycerin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSalicylic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidIngredient list view
Isopropyl alcohol, Water, Calamine, Camphor, Sulfur, Talc, Zinc oxide, Titanium dioxide, Glycerin, Salicylic acid
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Mario BadescuDrying LotionYOUR PRODUCT | Kate SomervilleEradiKate™ Acne Treatment | Procoal2% BHA Spot Treatment | EmerginCBlemish Control Tinted Treatment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 86% | 85% |
| Price | $18.00 | $34.80+$16.80 | $20.06+$2.06 | $38.61+$20.61 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | — | — | — |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: MALIN + GOETZ 10% Sulfur PasteLancer Skincare Lancer Clarifying Spot Solution with 10% Sulfur
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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