Mario Badescu Drying Lotion Review

Mario Badescu Drying Lotion
0.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
1.5 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
Review

Does Mario Badescu Drying Lotion Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Mario Badescu Drying Lotion has to offer:
 
✅ A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 0.8 out of 10.
✅ Soothing: Mario Badescu Drying Lotion contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.

  

Key Benefits of Mario Badescu Drying Lotion

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Mario Badescu Drying Lotion:
 

🔵 Slight Moisturizing When Used Alone

According to CreamScan analysis, Mario Badescu Drying Lotion is slightly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 0.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Question icon The Humectancy (from 0 to 10) is based on the amount of humectants in the formula and indicates how well the product can attract moisture to the skin. Humectants are effective moisturizers that work well for all skin types. The Occlusivity (from 0 to 10) is based on the amount of occlusives in the formula and indicates how effective the product is at sealing moisture into the skin. Occlusive moisturizers are ideal for those with dry skin. Question icon The Humectancy (from 0 to 10) is based on the amount of humectants in the formula and indicates how well the product can attract moisture to the skin. Humectants are effective moisturizers that work well for all skin types. The Occlusivity (from 0 to 10) is based on the amount of occlusives in the formula and indicates how effective the product is at sealing moisture into the skin. Occlusive moisturizers are ideal for those with dry skin. This product is purely humectant, but with a low Humectancy of 1.5 out of 10. It has zero Occlusivity as we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list.

This type of product provides relatively light moisturizing on its own but can contribute to overall moisturizing efficacy when used as part of a skincare routine, alongside another moisturizer.

📌 Certain studies suggest that humectants alone may not effectively moisturize the skin. If you use this product as your only moisturizer, we recommend following it with one that contains at least some occlusive ingredients.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

🔴 Skin Soothing and Calming Potential

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Mario Badescu Drying Lotion is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Camphor (est. ≈6.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our AI model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Pros & Cons of Mario Badescu Drying Lotion

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Mario Badescu Drying Lotion to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

Provides relatively light moisturizing on its own but can contribute to the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine
✅ Potentially soothing, as it contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, specifically Camphor
 

⭕ Cons: 

✅ We couldn't find any
   

Summary: Mario Badescu Drying Lotion

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Mario Badescu Drying Lotion
, as a moisturizer, provides relatively light hydration on its own but can enhance the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine.
 
With a high concentration of soothing ingredients, Mario Badescu Drying Lotion has the potential to calm and comfort irritated skin. Whether you’re experiencing redness, irritation, or general sensitivity, its soothing properties may help restore balance and provide relief.
 
📌 Fact check. At CreamScan, we are committed to accuracy and fairness. If you spot any errors or something that doesn’t seem right, please click here to let us know. We regularly update the ingredient lists and monitor the latest research on ingredient efficacy to ensure that our information remains as complete and precise as possible. The information provided here is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional advice. We do not guarantee the efficacy or safety of any product, as individual results may vary.

 

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
Est. %
Isopropyl Alcohol
Function:
Origin:
Water
Function:
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Calamine
Function:
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Camphor
Function:
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Sulfur
Function:
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Zinc Oxide
Function:
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Talc
Function:
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Glycerin
Function:
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Salicylic Acid
Function:
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Function:
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Ratings

All humectants
1.5
1.5
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
0.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 1.5 10
1.5
1.5
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
0.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1.5
All humectants 1.5 10
1.5
All humectants
1.5
1.5
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
None
All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
None
All antioxidants 0 3 No
All antioxidants
0
None
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
6
1
All soothing 7 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
7
6
1
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Isopropyl Alcohol
Est. %50
Function
Origin
Isopropyl AlcoholA synthetic solvent that thins out products and negates unwanted foaming behavior.
Water
Est. %22
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Calamine
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Calamine
Camphor
Est. %6
Function
Origin
CamphorA multifunctional fragrance ingredient that makes a great plasticizer.
Sulfur
Est. %4
Function
Origin
SulfurSulfur is a registered OTC drug ingredient that can be used to fight acne. As a keratolytic, it helps remove dead skin buildup.
Zinc Oxide
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Zinc OxideA white mineral powder mainly used in skincare as a physical sunscreen. It protects against UVA light that leads to visible signs of aging, including wrinkles and fine lines. Zinc oxide can also be used as a colorant to enhance the whiteness of a product.
Talc
Est. %2
Function
Origin
TalcA mineral powder used as a base material for powders, make-up, and pastes that absorbs sweat and oils very well. It is also often used in baby powders. Talc should never be applied to skin with a damaged lipid barrier (e.g. wounds and burns).
Glycerin
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Salicylic Acid
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Salicylic AcidThis effective peeling and anti-inflammatory BHA is used as an anti-acne agent and works by breaking down the junctions between dead skin cells. This results in the peeling of dead skin and the unclogging of pores.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.