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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Adaptogens and Coconut Water versus Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea .

Last updated on January 01, 2024. Published on February 21, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores

Free From

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

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

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Facial Treatment

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

Toner

Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before 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

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Niacinamide
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Adaptogens and Coconut Water contains this as ingredient number 1.

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.

Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.

It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.

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Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Adaptogens and Coconut Water contains this as ingredient number 2.

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 5.

3
What it does: Masking, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.

Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.

Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.

Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.

Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.

We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.

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Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Adaptogens and Coconut Water contains this as ingredient number 11.

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 17.

4
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Adaptogens and Coconut Water contains this as ingredient number 14.

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 16.

5
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Adaptogens and Coconut Water contains this as ingredient number 21.

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 15.

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

38% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
29% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet
32% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Adaptogens and Coconut Water 21 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 1 rating
Absorbs Well (1) Light (1) Light Scent (1)
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starstellastar_407

1 month ago · Combination Skin
Review

Feels cooling and refreshing. I use it after shaving and it helps cooling any irritation. Not super hydrating, however

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea 22 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Great Value (1) Hydrating (1) Light (1) Works Well (1)
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RozetteJewelry

5 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

I love it!!! People say that it’s bad for your skin but it clears my acne up and makes my face so shiny!! Most people say that there’s alcohol in...

I love it!!! People say that it’s bad for your skin but it clears my acne up and makes my face so shiny!! Most people say that there’s alcohol in it but there really isn’t!!

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