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Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser Review

Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser Review
Overall rating from 16 reviews so far:
4.1/5
Would use it again?
4.1/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.0/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.1/5

Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser For dull, congested skin, this lathering, deep cleanser has the exfoliating powers of Glycolic Acid to break down build-up from skins surface, reduce minor discoloration and leave skin radiant and smooth. Formulated with Herbal Extracts for soothing benefits. Best when used 2-3 times weekly or as recommended by your skin specialist based on your skins needs.

Website https//www.mariobadescu.com

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Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser Review

Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser Review

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Overall rating:
3.0/5
16th August, 2019
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Glycolic foaming cleanser

I got a small bottle of this glycolic cleanser to try from Mecca. This really thick, clear yellowish cleanser foams up and lathers really well onto the face. A little really goes a long way. The scent is one of those typical clean gel scents that either you like or you don’t.

I guess from the amount of make up we apply onto our skin everyday.. it would be difficult to remove all the residue completely. So this product would be quite useful in this case.

My skin wasn’t stripped off that badly afterwards. My face felt clean and purified with a touch of softness. But due to my dry skin, i think using it once a week would be enough so my face won’t dry out too much, especially the tip of my nose which can get a bit pink and flaky.

A little goes a way, so this bottle would probably stay in my bathroom cabinet and last for years. hahahahaha =D.

Overall, this product didn’t really appeal to me. Those with oily skin would probably enjoy this more.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
15th May, 2016
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Squeaky clean skin

I bought a Mario Badescu anti aging set and this was the cleanser supplied. I have been using it for about 3 weeks, about 3 times a week. In that time I have still had some spots but they seem to come and go much quicker using this.

This clear, yellow gel foams well and not much product is needed to get results. The lid has a handy pop up spout which is very convenient and easy to use. I remove makeup first with a micellar water ( I think it's pointless and wasteful to use this cleanser to remove makeup as its purpose is to treat your skin) I apply this to a damp face and rub until a nice foam has formed, avoiding eye area. I rinse well and follow with a Mario Badescu toner, moisturiser and eye cream.

My skin seems much smoother and refined after using this cleanser. I will definitely repurchase this one.

Tips: Avoid eye contact - stings like a bee!

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Overall rating:
1.0/5
27th October, 2018
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Horrible stuff!

I got a 59ml bottle of this in the anti-aging set. I'd tried a mist and an eye cream from the brand which I quite liked. I was keen to try more as it is a really affordable brand and now easily available at Mecca.

I did not like this at all! It left my skin with the dreaded squeaky clean feeling, followed my tightness and and almost burning sensation until I moisturise. I have found out since purchasing this that for me it means there is sodium laurel sulphate (SLS) in the product which my skin hates! Looking at the inci list, the first ingredient in this cleanser is not even water but SLS! So it's a big NOPE from me. This is one product that I didn't try to finish off and I wouldn't even pass this on to someone else.

Sadly, I haven't been impressed with any of the products that were in the set I bought and it's put me off using anything else from the brand.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
28th January, 2019
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Amazing

Amazing cleanser, skin feels super clean. Use in the shower, quick and easy and not drying on the skin. Bottle goes a long way, great value for money.

Tips: Only need a small pea size amount

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
29th May, 2019
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Saved my skin!

I recently bought this after breaking out in really bad with closed comedones all over my face, first I tried “acne” products nothing was working and It was just getting worse. After some research I decided to try this Glycolic acid wash along with the the glycolic acid toner by Mario as well, within a week the majority of the bumps on my face were gone and the big ones were half the size. This stuff gave me my confidence back and my skin has never looked better. It did dry my very oily skin out but I use an oil afterwards to combat that.

Tips: Even if your skin is oily this may dry your skin out a little bit so have a good moisturiser ready. If you have acne I highly recommend this along with the toner to clean out your pores it cleared up my face full of acne and is keeping them away

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
11th October, 2019
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Good for Gentle Exfoliation

I personally really enjoy using this. I use it after I have taken off my makeup, and find that it helps to really clean my skin, and remove the makeup residues that remover leaves behind. It foams up quite nicely, and a pea-sized amount is plenty enough to clean my face. I think this product is a good value for money and will last a while.

I use this 1-2 times per week, to try and avoid drying my skin out too much. I do notice that it dries my skin out a bit, so I would definitely recommend applying serum and/or a good moisturiser right after using it. When I do this, I wake up with my skin feeling fresh and rejuvenated.

Overall, I think this is great for someone with combination skin and/or mild acne like me. I probably wouldn't recommend it to someone who already suffers from dry skin as it may make that problem worse.

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
1st November, 2019
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Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser

Bought it as part of an Anti-Ageing Regimen kit. I find this not as strong as a previous Glycolic Acid cleanser which I have to say I liked more. This cleanser however clean ny skin and after a week of using it I can dedinitely see a difference and does not dry out my skin too much. It has a nice clean smell and you really only need a little as a little goes a long way. I use this as my every day cleanser and in the first week I have found though that it did cause a little break out, but that cleared up and I found that the discolouration spots on my skin are lighter end my skin smoother and brighter for sure

Tips: Only use a little bit. Use with the Glycolic Toner as well

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
7th November, 2019
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Gentle and Brightening

I received a small bottle of this cleanser as part of a Mecca Beauty Loop box. I'm a fan of other products by Mario Badescu, and I've recently been getting into more AHA/Glycolic products, so I was excited to try this out. I find Mario Badescu to be affordable compared to other high end brands. I'm not much of a cleanser person (even though I probably should be!) so I like that it recommends that you only use it 2-3 times a week.

It is mildly scented and foams nicely. It feels very soft and gentle on my face and post use, my complexion does look more even and bright. I find that it if I have any dry flaky skin on my face, it doesn't really get rid of it, so I tend to alternate using this with using a fine gritty scrub like Goldfaden MD's Doctors Scrub.

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
2nd December, 2019
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A easy way to introduce actives

I purchased this cleanser to help my acne prone skin and to help improve the texture of my skin. For those who haven't dabbled in chemical exfoliation this is a great gentle way in which to do it. Unlike using a glycolic serum which stays on the skin this cleanser is only on your skin for a short amount of time thereby being less likely to cause irritation if you are new to actives. Likewise because its not staying on your skin you are not going to see the same benefits as having a higher concentration glycolic acid serum left on your skin as part of your skincare routine. For this reason I probably wouldn't repurchase given that I'm used to actives and my skin can tolerate a more aggressive chemical exfoliation.

Tips: Let it sit on your skin for a minute or so while cleansing to help it do it's thing. By all means keep this out of your eyes (I speak from experience, ouch!)

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
7th April, 2020
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This is amazing

Another one of my holy grails. I love this brand and such value for money. I originally recieved a free sample from mecca and love it so much I went out and bought it for myself. This keeps my skin from dryer out, feeling flaking and keep it turning over. Make sure to use SPF as it can make skin sensitive. Have found it has especially helped with my fine lines and skin tone

Tips: This is strong so stick to the 2 to 3 times a week recommended on bottle or you might irritate the skin. Try their glycolic eye cream to go with this - wouldn't be without it.

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