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Mario Badescu Anti Acne Serum, Main, color,

Anti Acne Serum

Mario Badescu

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What it is: A serum with a botanical blend of pore-decongesting ingredients that is a must-have for acne-prone and problem skin.

What it does: This salicylic acid formula helps dissolve dead skin cells and excess oil to improve the clarity of your skin.

How to use: Apply a thin layer on clean skin to all acne-prone areas of the face. May be used for preventive measures every night or used as needed.

  • 1 oz.
  • Cruelty-free
  • Item #250041

Ingredients

Deionized Water, Glycerin, Thyme Extract, Isopropyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Triethanolamine.
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging

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Mario Badescu

Offering simple, gentle and effective skin care is the mission of Mario Badescu, who began his career in his native Romania. Then, nearly 50 years ago, he rose to fame in Manhattan, where he served an elite and demanding clientele. The brand's focus is on formulations for individual skin types and needs—from powerful acne solutions to potent treatments that counter the effects of aging.

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Most helpful positive review

Nov 5, 2012
From RX to Acne-less
I had unbearable acne, and RX pills were not working for my cystic and hormonal acne. I stopped the pills and tried a new regimen, starting with MB Drying lotion. This worked well for my flare-ups, but I needed to prevent the "underground" acne, which led me to the Anti Acne Serum. I no longer suffer from acne! My small pimples and the cystic/hormonal acne have been eradicated. You only need to use a small amount at bedtime, and for such a little bottle it lasts a long time. If you are oily I recommend the MB Special Healing Powder. If you have acne scars I recommend the Whitening Mask. MB has the most effective skin care system. I am constantly adding new products to my regimen.
GoingtoParis
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Most helpful critical review

Jan 27, 2025
Does not work
I have been using this product for about 6 months. I’ve never really seen any improvements and to be honest, I feel like it has made my acne worse. I tested it on one side of my face and left the other without the gel and the side I tested ended up breaking out. I have quit using it since then and my acne has really calmed down.
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GoingtoParis
Nov 5, 2012
From RX to Acne-less
I had unbearable acne, and RX pills were not working for my cystic and hormonal acne. I stopped the pills and tried a new regimen, starting with MB Drying lotion. This worked well for my flare-ups, but I needed to prevent the "underground" acne, which led me to the Anti Acne Serum. I no longer suffer from acne! My small pimples and the cystic/hormonal acne have been eradicated. You only need to use a small amount at bedtime, and for such a little bottle it lasts a long time. If you are oily I recommend the MB Special Healing Powder. If you have acne scars I recommend the Whitening Mask. MB has the most effective skin care system. I am constantly adding new products to my regimen.
25found this helpful
lucyrm5
July 25, 2014
Effective Serum
I've used this product for nearly a month and have had positive results. I bought it not expecting an overnight miracle but rather a gentler means of dealing with acne. My skin gets rough with stress and poor diet. Before this serum my "rough skin" cycle lasted a lot longer than it does now. I used to get a blemish--> usually pick/pop/agitate it--> combat it with an extreme anti-acne serum, which then caused extreme dryness--> so I would overcompensate with moisturizer or ointment for wounds (because that's what the blemish would become!!)--> which threw my skin even more off kilter by stressing me out and over-confusing my skin with these extreme products, was I too dry or too oily? My skin never knew the answer. Clear skin was so rare that it never even seemed to last more than day because this cycle was so persistent. Since converting to MB products all-around my skin has reached a balance. Yes, there are moments when it tips one way or the other but with consistent usage of the MB products *including this anti acne serum* my rough skin cycle has been cut in half and there are days of clear skin now rather than moments. Further more, I never reach an extreme state of dryness or oiliness any longer.
17found this helpful
Anise
Jan 10, 2014
The one
I have struggled with acne from the time I was a teen all the way through adulthood(33). I have also used about every product high and low advertised to help. I have only found products that somewhat help or just make my face dry and scaly. This is an amazing product. I use it morning and evening. I know it says once a day but I need it twice on certain areas and there has been a huge improvement. I have never used something that helped so much with my acne. I have been using it for a month and have sensitive skin and have had no issues at all with this even using it more than instructed.
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BeautyGeek
Nov 19, 2013
GREAT!
I suuddenly began having breakouts on my chin. After using several of this Brands products to clear the problem, I'b been using this every night. I've had no more breakouts in the past 3 months. Suggest this brand for adult acne treatment.
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Dwin91
Aug 2, 2017
Incentivized review
sister loves it
Got it for my sister who is 16 and having a lot of acne due to hormones. She loves it.
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Sokira
Jan 27, 2019
Loving it!
I'm noticing some amazing results after using this product. After almost a month the redness started to clear little by little as well as many bumps on my face. Definitely will purchase again.
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