I’m lucky in that I get to try a lot of different beauty brands. One brand that has always interested me but I have never tried is Mario Badescu.

Whenever I’m in line at Urban Outfitters I always see his products near the cash and since the price point is so amazing I’ve always been super intrigued to pick up some products (especially their iconic face mists).

Anyways, since I’ve aways been interested in their products, I was super excited when a box of them showed up at my doorstep one day.  The brand was kind enough to send me some of their best-selling items and I couldn’t wait to dive in.

If you are on the hunt for some Mario Badescu products, then here are some top picks!

Enzyme Cleansing Gel

The Enzyme Cleansing Gel (C$19) is the brand’s best-selling cleanser. This green cleanser is infused with papaya and grapefruit and removes excess oil and impurities from the skin to reveal a fresh complexion.

I really like this cleanser and find it does a good job of cleaning my face, leaving it feeling bright and refreshed. It’s also appropriate for all skin tones and is ideal for oiliness, dullness, and uneven texture.

I will also note that it does have a particular scent to it, which is hard to explain. I wouldn’t say it’s particularly pleasant but I don’t mind it enough to not use the cleanser.

Botanical Exfoliating Scrub

If you need some extra TLC to get rid of dead skin cells then take a look at their Botanical Exfoliating Scrub (C$34).  This exfoliator is made from finely ground seeds of Ecuadorian Ivory Palm which is in a gel base to polish away any dirt, grease, or oil from the skin.  Apply it using light pressure in a circular motion for 30 seconds to reveal clearer, more radiant skin.

This is ideal for uneven skin tone and texture as it also contains aloe vera, coconut, ginger, ginkgo, and green tea extracts to hydrate and make skin more radiant. Use it one to three times a week for the best results.

Super Peptide Serum

If you’re looking for some anti-aging products, take a look at their Super Peptide Serum (C$56.25).  This serum is formulated to diminish and defend against visible signs of aging.

The formula contains peptides and a sodium hyaluronate complex to give you a more smoother and youthful appearance, while also hydrating skin.  It also has conditioning botanicals to reduce the look of lines and wrinkles.

Use this serum morning and night.

Hyaluronic Dew Cream

On the hunt for that dewy skin? Check out their Hyaluronic Dew Cream (C$37)!

This gel moisturizer is aimed to give you intense hydration without weighing skin down. It contains squalane and two molecular weights of sodium hyaluronate for maximum hydration, as well as green tea, thyme, and cucumber to boost clarity in the skin.

This moisturizer is ideal for dry or dull skin and will help to boost your complexion for a beautiful glow.

Drying Cream

One of the most iconic Mario Badescu products are their drying products.

The Drying Cream (C$24) is a spot solution that helps to get rid of small bumps and surface blemishes.  It contains sulfur and zinc oxide to draw out impurities, as well as niacinamide and aloe vera to rebalance the skin.

Apply a small amount of this product onto areas you want to treat, such as pimples and rub it in until it blends into the skin.