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Reader Review of the Day: Mario Badescu Drying Cream

BellaSugar — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 09:00:00 -0700

A few weeks ago, a reader wrote in about advice for bringing a pimple to a head. While I dished out some tips and tricks, perhaps Mario Badescu Drying Cream ($12), a treatment that helps dry up under-the-surface-blemishes, would also have been an option. Find out why reader Cmill38 gave it a five-star review:

If you're looking to fix a whitehead or a coming-up-to-the-surface pimple, use this drying lotion. This cream is to be used to those under-the-skin, painful cysts that are hormonal. I also love this because it blends into your skin and covers a blemish a bit. It doesn't work in one day, but that's what happens with a blemish under the skin. It also lasts forever! You need the smallest amount possible any time you use it. I'm a loyal user and firm believer in this stuff.

Do you have a pimple treatment product you'd love to tell us all about? Is there a go-to cream you just can't live without? Or perhaps you've tried an acne-clearing mask with not-so-great results. It's time to head on over to our Product Reviews section and let us know all about it.

Recession-Proof Beauty: Free Mario Badescu Samples

BellaSugar — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:00:25 -0700

There may be no free lunch (unless you're enjoying Taco Thursdays, of course). But there is free skin care. Mario Badescu, the spa where celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston and Natalie Portman have their pores purged, offers complimentary skin consultations through its web site. You just have to fill out an online questionnaire, and in a few weeks, you'll get free samples of products customized to your skin situation.

The deal sounds too good to be true, but it's actually great. I went undercover, using my own name and not mentioning BellaSugar. Within days of filling out the online questionnaire, a Mario Badescu representative e-mailed me to ask some follow-up questions about the state of my skin. I answered them and sent a picture, too. In about two weeks, I received a packet of samples along with a guide to using them. No freaky sales pressure, just detailed guidance and generously sized samples. So if you're looking for a new skin-care regimen and want to try before you buy, you know what to do.

New Product Alert: Mario Badescu Anti-Redness Kit

BellaSugar — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 11:00:15 -0800

New from skin care expert Mario Badescu is an Anti-Redness Skin Care Kit ($48). Although it is totally suitable for all skin types, it is especially helpful for those with sensitive skin who suffer from redness, blotchiness, irritation and unbalanced and flaky skin.

Inside you'll find a cream soap, a calming mask and a cult-favorite Control Cream (it's a moisturizer) to help soothe any redness on the face. This kit is perfect for winter, when skin irritation is heightened because of the extreme weather. To find out about each of the products in the kit, read more

Cream Soap: is a gentle cleanser that effectively washes away dirt, makeup and grease leaving the skin clean, moisturized and soft.
Calma Mask: helps deep clean and tighten up your pores as well as calm irritation. The result is an even, radiant and unclogged complexion.
Control Cream: is a rich, oil-free moisturizer that contains seaweed and balsam Peru - two natural healing ingredients. Apply to the face day and night and apply a thicker layer to red, irritated areas.

Superior Spot Treatments, Part II

BellaSugar — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 10:50:33 -0700

Welcome to part II of superior spot treatments. Every gal gets a pimple or two and these products help to instantly banish blemishes! They won't over dry your face or cause redness and irritation to make you look and feel worse. They are gentle enough for sensitive skin, but strong enough to fight your sebaceous glands and wipe out icky whiteheads, blackheads and pimples.

I have to say that I'm a little surprised so many of you have an obsession with Mario Badescu's Drying Lotion, $17. My old roommate used to swear by this calamine lotion concoction, and I've used it a number of times, but unless my zit was really juicy, it didn't do a whole lot for me.

I decided to give the Mario Badescu spa a call to see if they could enlighten me some more about their cult product, but what they basically said was what I thought was true. It's a gem of a product if you want to dry up whiteheads and it does have salicylic acid in it to prevent a new pimple from forming in the same spot.

The only problem I have is that in this day and age, I would so much rather apply something invisible. Maybe it's psychological, but it makes me feel worse to look in the mirror and see a whole bunch of pink patches.

For two more spot treatments to help blast your blemishes, read more

Anthony Logistics Spot Therapy, $16, is a fab treatment for both men and women to help treat acne and pimples. It targets an individual blemish, kills the bacteria, speeds up the healing process and helps prevent new blemishes from forming. It contains salicylic acid as well as AHAs and licorice extract to exfoliate dead skin and calm redness. Use as often as necessary.

Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, $6.59, is a spot acne treatment that won't break the bank. It is made with a high concentration of benzoyl peroxide (2.5%) to help kill the bacteria in your blemish but it won't irritate or dry out your skin. It will also help prevent pimples from forming and it is safe for all skin types. Use two to three times a day for optimum results.

Do You Recommend Products to Men?

BellaSugar — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:22 -0700

Last night, my best friend's boyfriend started telling me how his eyes always feel itchy and puffy. Immediately, I found myself rattling off a prescription for products that might work until his insurance kicks in: hypoallergenic pillow liners, Yes to Carrots Cucumber Eye Gel, Rohto V Cooling Eye Drops.

When a bachelor has face scrub and some Persa-Gel, I'm impressed, yet by the time I am done with him, he's a Kiehl's devotee and has used up all my Mario Badescu Drying Lotion.

Do you recommend products to the man (or men) in your life? And tell me in the comments if they listen.

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Best of Bella, 4/6

BellaSugar — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 08:00:22 -0700

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Beauty Mark It Results: Acne Spot Treatments

BellaSugar — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 16:32:53 -0700

The results of last week's Beauty Mark It challenge are in, and thanks to you readers, there are lots of suggestions for pimple-stopping spot treatments.

Melanie1022 suggests MyChelle Clear Skin Serum ($29.98). "I love all MyChelle products," she says. "You can order samples for just about $2.00." After browsing the available samples, I might do just that-especially because the products are non-toxic and cruelty-free.

Another highlight is Jenlusi's suggestion, Mario Badescu Drying Lotion ($17). It has salicylic acid to zap the zit, and calamine to calm the inflamed skin.

Want to see everybody's suggestions? Just browse this widget and you'll have tons of shopping options!