Mario Badescu Drying Lotion
Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Anti-blemish2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Surface blemishes are targeted as calamine and camphor help to cool and soothe the troubled area—revealing a clearer-looking complexion come morning.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: sulfur. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Moisturizing1 ingredient credited for this claimGood support
“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).
Exfoliation1 ingredient credited for this claimWeak support
“Exfoliates to help shed pore-clogging dead skin cells. . Sulfur.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
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~2.8–4.1%
Zinc oxide~2.5–3.7%
- 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 oxideTalc~1.3–2%
Glycerin~0.85–1.25%
- 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~0.4–0.9%
- 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 acidCi 77891~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.2–0.75%
- 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 dioxideIngredient list view
Isopropyl alcohol, Water, Calamine, Camphor, Sulfur, Zinc oxide, Talc, Glycerin, Salicylic acid, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide
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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 | DermaHarmonySulfur & Salicylic Acid Liquid Castile Soap | Botanical LabClay & Sulfur Drying Lotion | REVOLUTION SKINCAREOvernight Targeted Blemish Lotion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 72% | 67% | 67% |
| Price | $17.00 | $9.99−$7.01 | $10.56−$6.44 | $0.65−$16.35 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Cocos Nucifera Oil | — | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | High | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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