Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer Versus Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream
Updated on April 29, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free general moisturizers. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer 13 ingredients
Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream 56 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer 13 ingredients
Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream 56 ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer 13 ingredients
Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream 56 ingredients

Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer 13 ingredients
Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream 56 ingredients
the first few days this moisturizer was really good, very hydrating and gave me and nice glow. it also really faded my acne marks quickly but then i noticed this acne started to break me out in cystic pimples so i stopped :/, i’d probably only use this as a spot treatment on acne marks but not on my whole face, it’s too heavy