Don’t do this: Go Glycolic Acid Crazy

Originally published as Don’t do this: Go Glycolic Acid Crazy from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

We love Glycolic Acid so much. I mean, we have 6 products with ‘Glycolic Acid’ in the title.

One thing: we hope you’re not using EVERY Glycolic Acid product at once. Too much of a good thing is, you know, really bad. You could end up over-exfoliating your skin, making it red, irritated, and vulnerable.

Do you want to incorporate some Glycolic Acid into your regimen? Why not start with the Glycolic Foaming Cleanser? You’ll use it a few times a week in place of your usual cleanser, and it’s fantastic for exfoliating and deep-cleaning. It’s definitely an MB favorite; we pretty much always recommending it.

Concerned with eye wrinkles? You might want to look into our Glycolic Eye Cream as well!

 

Originally published as Don’t do this: Go Glycolic Acid Crazy from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

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Are You Using Too Much Product?

Originally published as Are You Using Too Much Product? from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Don’t put this ALL over your face. Spot treat whiteheads only!

Some of us are naturally prone to using too much product. My sister, for example, somehow manages to use up every hair care/skin care product in my bathroom every time she visits. I don’t know what she’s doing in there, to be honest.

If you’re using too much cleanser, moisturizer, eye cream, etc., you might not be getting the results that you want. More isn’t always better, especially when it comes to acne-fighting or anti-aging skin care, which usually have powerful active ingredients. Not sure how much moisturizer to use? What about cleanser

Here’s what you need:

• Cleanser: a dime-sized amount
• Toner: Enough to soak your cotton ball or pad lightly
• Moisturizer: A nickel-sized amount. If you need more, you might simply require a more hydrating moisturizer. DON’T slather more moisturizer on dry skin—switch to one that’s more suited for you.
• Serums: 1-2 drops, depending on directions. (We include the number of drops in our directions!)
• Eye Cream: A (very small) pea-sized amount. Using too much eye cream can cause it to run into your eyes and irritate them.
• Acne Spot Treatments: Our Drying Lotion for Whiteheads is pretty powerful. Use sparingly on affected areas; it is not meant to be used all over the face.

Originally published as Are You Using Too Much Product? from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

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To Avoid Ingrown Hairs: Exfoliate

Originally published as To Avoid Ingrown Hairs: Exfoliate from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

When rogue hairs curl around and grow back into your skin, the result is ingrown hairs. They’re painful and they don’t look very good. And since they’re usually directly related to shaving, chronic ingrown hairs have sent many a person to the laser hair-removal office.

Our advice? Exfoliate where you shave. Our Botanical Exfoliating Gel is great for the face, but can also be used elsewhere on the body. You see, it helps tease out ingrown hairs (or hairs that are thinking of becoming ingrown) by removing the top layer of dead skin cells that can trap hair.

Oh! And for your legs and/or arms: the Raspberry Body Scrub is best!

Originally published as To Avoid Ingrown Hairs: Exfoliate from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

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Summer Skin Care: Hydrating Dry Skin

Originally published as Summer Skin Care: Hydrating Dry Skin from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

Cold weather is hard on dry-skinned folks. Dehydrated, tight skin needs extra help from night creams and richly hydrating moisturizers.

Not so much during the summer. Having Dry Skin technically means that your skin simply doesn’t produce a lot of oil. But hot, humid weather helps the skin avoid becoming dehydrated and itchy. As long as you’re using broad spectrum sun protection during the day, you’ve got it made in the shade, right?

You still need to moisturize. The key is to choose something that’s lightweight and soothing.

If you’re looking for the perfect summer moisturizer for Dry Skin, we’d definitely recommend giving the Buttermilk Moisturizer a closer look. It’s really lightweight but provides just the right amount of moisture. Plus, it includes Lactic Acid to gently exfoliate and revitalize your skin.

 

Originally published as Summer Skin Care: Hydrating Dry Skin from the Mario Badescu Skin Care Blog.

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