Surprising Staples: We know what you’re thinking: can a facial spray really be all that effective? Such a light skincare product can oftentimes be overlooked, but according to the reviews, this facial spray is no joke. To give you an idea of what this facial spray has to offer, we’re talking about the brand behind the beauty product, their formulas, and more in this Mario Badescu Facial Spray review!
The Brand Behind the Bottle
The man behind the brand, Mario Badescu, has been on the cutting edge of skincare since the 60’s. As a facialist, his goal was to bring his european style facials to New York. What came out of this vision, was an entire skincare range that was both incredibly simple, yet efficient. In the 40 years since then, their product line has reflected that goal. Their packaging is exceptionally simplistic, and the same can be said for their marketing. They’ve relied solely on word of mouth to sell their product and have allowed the efficacy of each item to stand on its own. Today there is a line of skin care available for almost every skin type so that every person, regardless of their skin concerns, can have access to great skincare.
Mario Badescu Facial Sprays
Within the Mario Badescu skincare range, there are two facial sprays available. The two serve similar purposes, but contain different ingredients. Because of this, one type of facial spray may be better suited for different occasions or skin types.
Cucumber and Green Tea Setting Spray
Starting off with their newer facial spray, the Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea Facial Spray is ideal for summer weather and dry skin. Due to the peppermint extract and cucumber water that is at the forefront of the formula, this spray is incredibly cooling. Because of the formulation, this product is geared more towards dull or stressed out skin, as the green tea can reduce inflammation. While both facial sprays ultimately serve a similar function, the subtle differences in ingredients will be better suited for those with drier skin, that are looking to add radiance as well as a touch of moisture.
Pro Tip: To amp up the cooling factor, keep this spray in the refrigerator and spray midday when you need a refreshing boost.
Rose Water Setting Spray
This product has been a makeup artist’s necessity for years. Unlike the green tea spray, the rose water facial spray is designed to create a more glowy and dewy finish, but is still very lightweight on the skin. Because of this, it makes for a great setting spray at the end of your makeup routine. Additionally, you can also use this rose water spray as a toner during your skincare routine. Rose water toners help to hydrate the skin, rebalance the pH and prep your skin for any actives that you may have in your skincare routine. The only thing to note about this formula is that it doesn’t actually contain distilled rosewater. Instead, the formula contains Rose Canina Extract and water, making it a rose hydrosol, so you won’t be getting the beneficial plant compounds that distilled rosewater possesses due to the distillation process. With that said, rose extract does have its own set of beneficial properties, so it’s not a complete loss, just something to be aware of.
Pro Tip: If you’re makeup is getting a little tired mid way through the day, a quick spray can help to smooth out any creases and cakeyness that starts to emerge.
Impressive Ingredients
The key to Mario Badescu’s success is really the ingredients behind each product. Both of the facial sprays within the range offer several different moisturizing and calming ingredients that help to calm the skin, including:
Cucumber Fruit Water
Cucumber water is an excellent skin soothing agent as well as a lightweight hydrator. Additionally, cucumbers are also high in pantothenic acid and vitamin B-5, which has actually been used to treat acne, making it an excellent choice for those with stressed out skin. But the real thing that cucumber water is most known for in skincare, is the cooling effect, which makes it an effective ingredient for reducing puffiness. In addition to pantothenic acid and vitamin B-5, cucumber water also had vitamin C and caffeic acid, both of which are great skin soothers.
Aloe Vera Leaf Juice
Aloe Vera Leaf Juice is a staple ingredient for so many quality skincare brands, and Mario Badescu is no exception. Both facial spray formulas feature this ingredient predominantly, as it is both extraordinarily hydrating while still being lightweight and quick-absorbing. With consistent usage, products with aloe vera leaf juice can reduce acne scars as well as prevent new acne from forming. Along with the acne fighting benefits, aloe vera is also suitable for those who are concerned with aging. This ingredient is packed with antioxidants including beta carotene, Vitamin C and Vitamin E which can aid in the improvement of skin’s overall firmness, hydration and evenness. Along with the moisturizing properties that this ingredient possesses, this ingredient makes a good all-rounded for any skin type or skin concern.
Thyme Leaf Extract
Unlike the first two ingredients, this last one is a little bit less common to see in skincare. That being said, that doesn’t mean that it’s not an effective skin care ingredient. On the contrary, this ingredient is fantastic for treating inflammation, as well as eczema. Like aloe, thyme leaf extract is often recommended for treating scars and general wound healing. Plus, it is rich in antioxidants, giving this ingredient some impressive anti-aging benefits as well. Combined with the previous ingredients we mentioned, the formula is packed to the brim with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, but all of them are watery and lightweight in texture, so it doesn’t feel like a chore to add these elements into your existing skincare routine.
Review Recap
Both of these facial sprays have thousands of reviews from customers who have been using the product for years. And even though the concept may seem simple, there are consumers that have seen a considerable difference in their skin and makeup application. The uses for a product like these facial sprays are fairly varied, so the experiences with the product can vary quite a bit as well.
The rosewater spray alone has over 5,000 reviews on Ulta, with consumers who use this product for everything from primer to treatment toner. One reviewer remarked on how quickly this product worked to calm and soothe her skin, saying, “…After using this spray, my skin is much healthier looking and has a dewy, fresh look. It even helped calm down the redness. I haven’t had this for a full week yet and I’m head over heels in love and can’t wait to order more of this stuff. Holy grail in my skincare routine now!”
The only cons that this product has according to the reviews are that the spray itself is not that long lasting, as well as a bit difficult to absorb, so if you have dry skin, you make need a setting or refresh spray that is a bit more viscous to get that big dose of hydration.
Sometimes, it’s not the heavy duty serums and treatments that transform your skin, but the usage of simple, consistent formulas like these facial sprays. But what do you think? Have you tried incorporating a facial spray into your routine? Let us know in the comments below.
