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Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream and Face Cream

March 1, 2010 by rollerbladerdc Leave a Comment

Ok, I take it back 100%. I have completely fallen in love with the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream. Not only is not not as greasy or oily as I thought, but since I have started using it before I use my spf-17 oil free face cream from Mario Badescu, my skin is looking amazing.

It feels smoother, looks more lifelike and the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream combined with my other face cream from Mario Badescu feels and looks like it is working absolute miracles on my skin and on my face.

The Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream is a soothing and fine line wrinkle reducing cream, or at least it is supposed to help reduce them. It also contains anti oxidants and all this good stuff for your skin that I am completely falling in love with. I thought it was greasy at first, but when I compared it to my kiehls and my lancom eye cream and wrinkle reducers, it really wasn’t any different and the wet oily look fades seriously fast. By the time my MoroccanOil Oil Treatment had dried in my hair and it was time for styling, the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream had already dried and you couldn’t even tell I used an eye cream.

I’m not sure if you are actually supposed to use these two products together, but I know that I am absolutely loving them together and I also, if I have time, use my cucumber and tonic mask once or twice a week before applying either.

Mario Badescu has never let me down and these new products I am using, well only the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream is actually a new product for me, are following the other products I love. I am quickly becoming addicted to using the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream and am falling in love with it even quicker. If you are thinking about changing out your eye creams, this is a definite must try from Mario Badescu.

Here is some more information and if you click the links, you can buy direct from Mario Badescu.

Chamomile Eye Cream (0.5 oz.) – $ 18.00
Sensitive and dry eyes will be soothed and intensely moisturized with this thick and antioxidant rich eye cream. Contains a blend of several oils and Vitamins A & E to help reduce the look of dry, dehydrated skin, along with fine lines and wrinkles.

Oil Free Moisturizer (SPF-17) (2 oz.) – $ 22.00
Like the Oil-Free Moisturizer, this lotion has the same benefits for oily and problem skin with added daily sun protection to keep scarring and discoloration to a minimum.

Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream

February 22, 2010 by rollerbladerdc Leave a Comment

Chamomile Eye Cream (0.5 oz.) – $ 18.00
Sensitive and dry eyes will start to be soothed and intensely moisturized with this amazing and fabulously thick, antioxidant rich eye cream. The Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream Contains a fabulous blend of several oils and Vitamins A & E which help to reduce the look of dry, dehydrated skin, along with fine lines and wrinkles.

Ok, so I recently went shopping and I am sooo tired of the kiehls eye cream and wrinkle cream (I use it for preventative purposes only thank you very much) so I decided to give a brand new product a try. Well it isn’t a brand new product, but it is one I hadn’t tried before so I figured why not try the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream Fine Line and Wrinkle Reducer a try, especially since I love the Mario Badescu Cucumber and Tonic Mask soo much…btw that is a must have and must try for everyone. The Cucumber and Tonic Mask is always my first secret weapon when I need amazing skin and not only I swear by it, but everyone that has tried it with me falls in love with it too. Anyways, I figured since I wanted to try a new preventative treatment for wrinkles and aging so I can delay crows feet as long as possible if not forever, why not try a product from my favorite skin care manufacturer as well.

So instead of using the Lancom Wrinkle Reducer that my friend gave me which I actually kind of like but not really, I went and bought the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream and now have started using it.

So here is the deal, why I bought it, why I liked the way it sounded, what my recommendation is on it and if you want to buy it, a link to buy Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream.

I bought the cream because I love their other products, except for their shaving creams and after shaves (but I am biased on those since I hate all shaving creams and after shaves lol) (You can read my full Mario Badescu Reviews here). I like the fact that it is seriously loaded with everything I like to use on my skin like antioxidants found in Vitamins A and Vitamin E, I was kind of hoping it would also have Vitamin C in it since I consider that the queen of the Vitamins, as well as a few oils and chamomile which I just love in general…except in tea oddly enough. Tea has to be green or mint or really fruity if I drink it,,,like a black currant tea with vanilly and honey….yum. Anyways, the ingredients plus the fact that I love Mario Badescu products convinced me to buy Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream.

When I opened up the container when I got home, I was kind of shocked that it wasn’t as nice feeling as the kiehls that I used or the Lancom that I tried from my friend, and when I applied the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream, it was really greasy and oily. More so than any other eye cream or fine line wrinkle reducer I had ever used.

Although it was greasy and shiney, I did like that it was very light. It didn’t feel caked on and the shiney greasy feeling was gone almost instantly making me think that my skin really liked this product as well.

I finished the rest of my skin care routine and when I finished, I have to agree, I am completely impartial on the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream. I don’t love it and I won’t go crazy over it, but I didn’t hate it. To be honest, for just $18, I don’t think you could go wrong with the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream and I think that I will continue to use it. Especially since Keihls is way more expensive. Overall I do recommend the Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream and if you are looking for a new wrinkle reducer and eye cream, I recommend you give this one a try.

You can buy Mario Badescu Chamomile Eye Cream by clicking here to go to the Mario Badescu Website where you can also buy my very favorite skin care product, the Mario Badescy Cucumber and Tonic Mask.

Mario Badescu Cucumber and Tonic Mask

October 8, 2009 by rollerbladerdc 1 Comment

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I have to say again how much I love this mask. Not only does the Mario Badescu Cucumber and Tonic Mask work amazingly well on my skin to lift and hold my face tight, but it also feels amazing and cleans up seriously fast with no mess. It also removes all of the blackheads from my face and when I follow it up with my Mario Badescu spf-17 moisturizer it also helps to moisturize my skin and fight acne and for some reason helps with razor burn. I don’t know why I am rambling on about this mask when I have already mentioned it a million times in this blog, but I seriously love the Mario Badescu Cucumber and Tonic Mask and if you haven’t tried it yet you need to. It is not only important for you to use this mask before your wedding, but use it any day where you have had stress, where you need your skin to look amazing or just want to treat yourself to an amazing cleaning and facial.

I love this mask and just actually got an email about a brand new tightening and toning mask from mario badescu that also fights acne…it is the pink one that is egg based instead of the Cucumber and Tonic Mask which is green and feels amazing. Anyways, I don’t want to ramble too much more but I am going to try the new toning and acne mask from Mario Badescu and if you want to give it a try with me, do it then come back here and tell us how you liked it as well. And if you haven’t tried the Mario Badescu Cucumber and Tonic Mask yet, click this link already and give it a try. You will absolutely love it.

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Mario Badescu Skin Care – How to use it and Where to Buy It!

July 5, 2009 by rollerbladerdc Leave a Comment

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Soo with summer time here and everyone needing extra care for their skin, not only to protect it from the sun, but to repair damage done by the sun, chlorine or dirty ocean and lake water, and not to mention to take precaution for your wedding, a date or anything else that may call for perfect healthy and glowing skin, I wanted to share with you something that not many people can get (mainly because it is seriously expensive) an overview of proper skin care from Mario Badescu using Mario Badescu skin care products.

I had the very lucky and fortunate experience of getting to meet with Mario Badescu’s owner and CEO (believe it or not, he is straight and of course has amazing skin!) and after we got to talk for a while, he gave me probably one of the best gifts anyone could ever get. A free line of his cosmetics and a consultant to help me find what would work best for me, as well as a ton of their other fabulous products that work great for almost everyone across the board. Normally this is reserved for their celebrity clientel but since I was lucky enough to get this consultancy abut a year ago, I have decided to now share with everyone what I was taught and the different products that I am using. Let me tell you, these products work amazing and even though I am normally alergic to almost everything (especially with a scent), for some reason, none of the Mario Badescu skin care products actually cause me to break out, turn red or get itchy. They have also helped me to maintain flawless skin and make me look and feel younger.

I love the Mario Badescu products, my favorite being the cucmber clay mask, and although the consultancy is very expensive, like going in for a facial in their Manhattan office, their product line is affordable and can easily be bought by clicking on any of the links and images found in this post.

I have tried using a ton of other skin care products and lines and the only one I have ever stuck with and will use regularly is Mario Badescu. Once you try it, you will never go back!

Now, before I start, this is just what I use regularly, there are a ton of other products that I love that they make like their botanical body wash that I love and adore, but since we are only talking about daily face and skin care, I am only mentioning face care and shaving needs from Mario Badescu.

Enzyme Cleansing Gel (16 oz.) – $ 20.00
This is Mario Badescu’s Best Selling Daily Cleanser. The Ezyme Cleansing Gel is a non-foaming, gel cleanser that helps to thoroughly remove the day’s make-up (if you wear it), as well as dirt and oil without drying your skin out. Made with Papaya Extracts are exfoliating Alpha Hydroxy Acids that helps prevent dulling build-up that can cause blackheads and pimples. The Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel is a must have. I love how clean my skin feels after everytime I use it. I’m not just saying that either….you’ll see a couple products down I actually don’t like a couple of their skin care products. ;-).

How I was told to use the Enzyme Cleansing Gel:

Use twice daily to gently cleanse skin.

(On a side note) I like the way this feels. This is a pretty cool product that does leave you feeling clean and refreshed. When you aren’t using your twice weekly or three times a week cleaner, I highly recommend using the Enzyme Cleansing Gel at night before bed on your face and before you go out or just after you get up in the morning.

Special Cucumber Lotion (8 oz.) – $ 15.00
The Mario Badescu Special Cucumber Lotion is a refreshing and disinfecting deep cleaning astringent that is not only effective in drying up existing acne blemishes, i had some serious issues with this before I began using this product, while preventing new eruptions. Sulfur and soothing Cucumber based, acne fighting formula that is non-drying and non-irritating.

How I was told to use this:

use astringent twice daily after cleansing to prevent breakouts.

(On a side note) This product does what it says. I am not crazy about it but I do love it and I do enjoy using it. If you have problem skin, you may want to include this in your arsenol of products that you use to fight blemishes….this mixed with the Buffering Lotion is a great way to help treat pimples and blemishes as well as prevent futures blemishes and pimples from forming.

Ceramide Eye Gel (0.5 oz.) – $ 18.00
The Mario Badescu Ceramide Eye Gel is used to improve the delicate eye skin’s hydration levels with our fabulous greaseless, lightweight ceramide eye gel formulated with softening Ceramides and nourishing Herbal Extracts. The Mario Badescu Ceramide Eye Gel diminishes puffiness and tired eyes. Store in the fridge for a soothing morning eye treatment.

How I was told to use this:

keep refrigerated – apply under eye area to hydrate and calm puffiness.
(On a side note) I always bring this with me when I travel,,,and call ahead to the hotel to make sure I have a fridge in my room so I can keep it cool. This product is amazing and kind of funny. I remember opening it for the first time and thinking it was like the slime stuff we used to play with when we were kids. However, this slime helps to keep my eyes looking fabulous for meetings with Clients and dates with people or going out at conferences…this is another must have. I don’t know if it is the gel that works or just the cool slime, but somehow my eyes never get puffy or baggy if I have this with me.

Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer (SPF-17)

How I was told to use this:

use daily to moisturize face.

(On a side note) This is one that I can do without…really any moisturizer will do. I actually prefer their olive based skin lotion to this, however this product is one I do actually continue to use in the summer if I am going to be out in the sun, but if not, then I usually pass on it. I know I shouldn’t but hey, it is fairly pricey. This product also combines with an after shave hydrating balm which I mention later on in this post.

Cucumber Tonic Mask (2 oz.) – $ 18.00
The Mario Badecu Cucumber Tonic Mask is made to purify and tighten pores with this cooling, refreshing, mask. Made with soothing Cucumber Extract and oil absorbing clays. For maintenance on normal, combination and oily skin, this mask keeps skin looking smooth and healthy.

How I was told to use it:

use two to three times weekly for 15 minutes to deep clean skin – follow the Mario Badescu Cucumber Tonic Mask with a toner.
(On a side note) This is my very favorite product from all of Mario Badescu. I cannot live without it. It cleans out all my blackheads, makes my skin feel tighter, it’s refreshing and it is one of the most relaxing products I have ever used in my life. The Mario Badesce Cucumber Tonic Mask is a must have and must try and must use. This is one product I recommend to everyone everywhere.

Glycolic Foaming Cleanser (6 oz.) – $ 15.00
The Glycolic Foaming Cleanser from Mario Badescu is for dull, congested skin. I hate the way they describe that….it makes you feel like that isn’t me, but seriously give this stuff a shot and don’t assume your skin is perfect, we all have skin issues to work on and this is one of the good products. 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.
How I was told to use this:

use two to three times a week (always use when I get in on Sunday morning for me if I go out and have been sweating and drinking the Saturday night before I get into bed) at night to deep clean and exfoliate the skin.

(On a side note) I actually do like this. If I have been sweating or around smoke, this makes my skin feel good, clean and fresh before bed and I love laying down with my skin and face feeling fresh. I actually do recommend buying this product if you like a clean feeling face if you sweat a lot or have an active social life on the weekends, or even if you just need a product like the Glycolic Foaming Cleanser.

Buffering Lotion (1 oz.) – $ 17.00
This is probably the best known product in the Mario Bedscu line, it is the Mario Badesc Buffering Lotion which is specifically designed to treat deep, cystic blemishes. Mario Badescu Buffering lotion is a sulfur based solution that allows the lotion to be quickly absorbed into the skin in order to treat the source of deeply rooted pimples. Buffering Lotion is an excellent acne treatment containing Allantoin to calm and soothe inflammation and promote healing. Buffering Lotion is best when used before and after Drying Mask.

How I was told to use this:

Shake well then apply one to two drops on deep blemishes using my fingertips to heal blemishes.

(On a side note) I know a ton of people that call this the miracle acne cure. Some think it works instantly, however I disagree. It definitely clears up pimples and in my opinion, much faster than Oxy Pads or Pro Active, however it usually takes two or three applications to get rid of my tough zits. I do also use this on ingrown hairs. It isn’t designed for that, but it seems to help dry them out so that I can pop them or get the hair out so it doesn’t swell up any more or hurt.

Here are the famous Mario Badescu Shaving products for men.

Mario Badescu Pre-shave Conditioner for Men

Pre-shave Conditioner (4 oz.) – $ 14.00
Prone to Razor Bumps and Ingrown Hairs? This soothing gel formulated especially for men with tough beards, softens course beard hair, allowing for an easier, more comfortable non-irritating closer shave. Helps to prevent minor skin irritations and razor burns. Made with calming Azulene and anti-inflammatory properties of Lavender Extract to reduce redness while it soothes the skin.

How I was told to use this:
Apply a thin layer under the shaving cream to prevent razor burn.

(On a side note) I personally don’t like pre shave conditioners and do not usually have time for the extra prep work to use them. I know it is only a minute, but I never actually use this unless it is a special occasion and I plan on giving myself enough time to actually go ahead and apply this with a few other things. This is a good product, but I don’t normally use it very often.

Shaving Cream (4 oz.) – $ 12.00
Soften and Prepare the Beard For a Perfect Shave. A thick and concentrated shaving cream that protects and moisturizes the skin. Non-foaming formulation provides maximum moisture from the harsh effects of daily shaving. Lavender has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

How I was told to use this:

apply a thick layer on top of the pre shave conditioner before shaving.
(On a side note) This is just like any other shaving cream, sure I love it and it isn’t a horribly oily or greasy mess, but then again, I don’t like spending a ton of money on shaving cream, if you like labels and want a nice shaving cream and don’t mind spending a few extra bucks, then go for it. The Mario Badescu Shaving is pretty nice but I could do without.

Mario Badescu Vitamin A & E Hydrating Balm

Vitamin A & E Hydrating Balm (1 oz.) – $ 25.00
An Aftershave Balm and Moisturizer in One. Lightweight hydrating balm softens the skin and reduces irritation. Formulated with Peanut Oil which is an emollient high in Vitamin A along with Cucumber Extract to help soothe sensitive skin. For use after shaving, at night before bed, or under a moisturizer for maximum benefits.

How I was told to use this:

apply a few drops underneath the Oil Free Moisturizer SPF 17 (listed above) to help nourish your skin after shaving.

(On a side note) I do actually kind of like this, I don’t always use the Moisturizer as I said above, but I do like this product and like the way it feels. This is one I do recommend if you want to try something new.

Mario Badescu Drying Lotion, Does it work?

February 3, 2009 by rollerbladerdc Leave a Comment

So it’s been a really rough couple of weeks at work. I’ve been stressed and working crazy hours and because of this my skin has been having some issues. I looked into my medicine cabinet which is loaded with Mario Badescu products and pulled out the pink bottle of drying lotion.

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This product is one of the staples of the Mario Badescu line and I believe one of their best sellers. Although I am seriously skeptical of anything new or something that works every time, this one actually seems too work for my skin. I can’t promise it will work for yours, but the Mario Badescu Drying Lotion cleared me up with completely visible results after just a night of using it.

I dab the drying lotion onto a cotton swab and then I put it onto my skin. After washing it of course. I then rub the drying lotion over the pimple and I do use a generous amount. When it looks like the pimple is completely covered, I then leave and let it dry and go on to finish my day or go to bed. The Mario Badescu Drying Lotion does not take long at all. It may be just me, but it seemed that even just after the first application, the acne started to dissapear. Now I don’t have bad skin and the breakouts were very slim, but at the same time, the acne treatment worked like a charm. The pimples cleared up and my skin was feeling fabulous. For just $17 plus shipping and handling, the Mario Badescu Drying Lotion is a definite must. I consider only second to the cucmber and tonic mask they make…god I love that product too. Anyways, I highly recommend using the Drying Lotion as it worked wonders for me. I don’t know if you’ll have the same experience I did, but hey at just $17 plus shipping and handling, you seriously cannot go wrong.

Mario Badescu – Citrus Body Wash

September 30, 2008 by rollerbladerdc Leave a Comment

So in two of my previous posts I go on and on about Mario Badescu and his fabulous lines of skin care. Well this post is the same. (I actually made a mistake,,,this is the body wash that smells like grapefruits…the botanical one is the one I love,,,,however I did get hooked on the citrus wash too so I am going to leave this post as is….but the botanicals is my favorite). From the last couple posts you could tell that I just moved across the country and when I arrived I went back to using a traditional soap and body wash….Huge Mistake. Mario Badescu had sent me a sample bottle of their fabulous Citrus Body Cleanser (click the previous link to view and buy the Mario Badscu Citrus Body Wash.)

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The body wash that I had switched to was also a citrus wash. Much like the Mario Badescu Wash, it did not have an overpowering scent and it didn’t seem oily at first. However, compared to the Mario Badescu Citrus Body Wash, I felt like crap after trying this. I even used the loofa that came with the soap.

The thing that I enjoy about the Mario Badescu Body wash is that the smell is very discrete and it does not overpower you. You feel clean after using it and once you rinse it off, there is no lingering oily feeling or slimy slippery skin. You are just left with clean looking and feeling skin. The lack of residue also makes your skin feel lighter and like it can breathe. I absolutely love the Mario Badescu Citrus Body Cleanser/Wash, and although it is a bit pricey, it is well worth it. I know that this body wash isn’t really wedding related, but I really needed to thank them for created this product, and hey, if you are the maid of honor and have to deal with a serious bridezilla, don’t you deserve a nice shower or bath and to come out with great looking, clean and breathable skin? Click here to buy the Mario Badescu Citrus Body Cleanser.

Mario Badescu Cucumber Tonic Mask – I LOVE YOU

September 18, 2008 by rollerbladerdc Leave a Comment

I am soo in love with Mario Badescu and his Cucumber, Clay and Tonic Face Mask. right now. I recently finished one of the most painful things in my life ever, a 60 mile 3 day walk for breast cancer (The Susan G Komen Foundation 3 day). Although the walk was extremely challenging, it was well worth it. Now, the way that this relates back to Mario Badescu is that while you are walking 20 miles each day in the sun, you not only get burned, but you sweat, get oily and your skin can really loose the color and look you work so hard at achieving on a daily basis.

The only skin care I bought and brought was Mario Badescu. I am always open to trying new skin care products and lines, however I am now becoming extremely loyal and almost exclusive to Mario Badescu. As you can see from the banner above, so are many of our favorite celebrities. Anyways, back to the Mario Badescu Cucumber, Clay and Tonic Mask (Click this link to see and buy it). Each night when I got back to my hotel room my skin looked like hell. I had blackheads and sunburn and oil all over. Luckily, one of the items I packed, which is above and beyond one of my top two favorite Mario Badescu products is the Cucumber and Tonic Mask. I would simple apply the mask after rinsing off and drying my face, then as the mask starts to dry, you get this womderful cooling sensation that made all of the sunburn pain just instantly leave.

Besides the cooling relief from Sunburn, this mask is probably the tightest mask I have ever had in my life. You can actually feel it lifting your skin and tightening your pores. It is absolutely amazing. When you have had it on for roughly 20 minutes (I usually keep it for up to 30) you’ll notice something miraculous, all of your blackheads will be gone. I do not know how this mask clears them, but when I wash it off my skin is amazingly clear and if I am not doing a 60 mile walk, my skin stays blackhead free for a day or two after.

This clarity is amazing in that before I began using the mask, I would remove all blackheads every morning, and by the time I was ready for bed, they would all be back again. I figured it was an endless and worthless battle, until I discovered the Mario Badescu Cucumber and Tonic Mask with a clay base.

I don’t want to keep rambling, but this is a product I swear by because it actually does everything it is supposed to and then some. For me, it soothes sunburn, tightens my skin and pores as well as cleans blackheads and makes my skin look and feel refreshed. I strongly encourage you all to click this link and buy the Mario Badescu Cucumber Tonic Mask and experience it for yourself. It also makes an excellent pre-present or gift to hand the bride before her big day.

Ceramide Eye Gel from Mario Badescu – The Perfect Gift!

August 24, 2008 by rollerbladerdc Leave a Comment

Now this is a product I swear by, and I am not the only one. Mario Badescu has probably the most star studded Client list out there. His clients include everyone from Sarah Jessica Parker to Deborah Messing, Lindsay Lohan, Heidi Klum, Star Jones, Martha Stewart, Felicity Huffman, Kimberly Stewart, Natalie Portman, Charlize Theron and the list goes on and on. Two things that all of these people have in common with each other is great skin and the other is Mario Badescu. The product I would like to recommend today is the Mario Badescu Ceramide Eye Gel.

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A question you might have is why does this make the perfect gift? It makes a perfect gift because of all of the stress and lack of sleep from the Wedding Planning and Wedding Night Jitters. When the Bride and/or the Groom wake up in the morning, they most certainly do not want to have bags or color or swelling under their eyes. By placing Mario Badescu’s Ceramide Eye Gel in their fridge the night before, they will be able to wake up in the morning and rub a dab of it under each eye and like magic, the swelling not only goes away, but the color and stress disappears too. This is a product I have in my fridge right now and I swear by it. I use it for every client meeting I have to go on and for every time I have to have a picture taken. It really does make a difference.

Thank you Mario Badescu for your Ceramide Eye Gel. It is a life a saver!

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