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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mario Badescu Blemish Repairing Powder versus Mario Badescu Special Healing Powder .

Last updated on March 14, 2024. Published on March 31, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and fungal acne (malassezia) safe facial treatments. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and oily skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Facial Treatment American Brand United States
Facial Treatment American Brand United States

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Acne Fighting (3)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (3)

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Acne Fighting (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

We don't have a description for Bismuth Subgallate.

Mario Badescu Blemish Repairing Powder contains this as ingredient number 2.

Mario Badescu Special Healing Powder contains this as ingredient number 2.

2
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent, Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Liked

Kaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.

Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.

Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.

The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.

Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.

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Mario Badescu Blemish Repairing Powder contains this as ingredient number 3.

Mario Badescu Special Healing Powder contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

Zinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.

Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide can be harmful to coral reefs.

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Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.

Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.

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Mario Badescu Blemish Repairing Powder contains this as ingredient number 4.

Mario Badescu Special Healing Powder contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

Zinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.

This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.

Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.

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Mario Badescu Blemish Repairing Powder contains this as ingredient number 7.

Mario Badescu Special Healing Powder contains this as ingredient number 7.

5
What it does: Antiseborrhoeic, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Sulfur is a commonly occurring element on Earth (and our universe!). In cosmetics, it helps kill bacteria, reduces sebum, and provides exfoliation. This makes it an effective ingredient to reduce breakouts and fight acne.

As a ketayolytic agent, it breaks down the top layer of skin. This is a form of exfoliation and may help decrease acne and hyperpigmentation.

Studies show sulfur has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Sulfur can be drying if used excessively. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Ancient Greece, India, China, and Egypt have used sulfur in both traditional medicines and for household use.

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Mario Badescu Blemish Repairing Powder contains this as ingredient number 8.

Mario Badescu Special Healing Powder contains this as ingredient number 8.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

38% are loved or liked
0% have mixed ratings
25% are disliked or very disliked
38% have no rating yet
38% are loved or liked
0% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
25% have no rating yet

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