Skin Proud Refresher - Facial Mist Versus Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater
Updated on July 19, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Skin Proud Refresher - Facial Mist 18 ingredients
Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater 17 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Skin Proud Refresher - Facial Mist 18 ingredients
Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater 17 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Rugosa Flower Water
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningBiosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Sulfite
Preservative
Water, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosa Rugosa Flower Water, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Polysorbate 20, Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Citric Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Sulfite
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Bud Extract
Skin ConditioningThymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingFucus Vesiculosus Extract
Emollient
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Propylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosa Canina Bud Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Citronellol, Geraniol, CI 17200, CI 42090
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 WaterPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolAloe 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.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuicePhenoxyethanol 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.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPolysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Ingredient Ratings
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Skin Proud Refresher - Facial Mist 18 ingredients
Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater 17 ingredients
Reviews
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Skin Proud Refresher - Facial Mist 18 ingredients
Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater 17 ingredients
the q tips in the ears of skincare
if people were asked to name a skincare guilty pleasure, the mario badescu sprays would probably be commonly named. this is hardly an amazing product for your skin, but it feels good to use and it smells very good. just like inserting q tips in your ears, using this product is overall a pleasurable experience, even if it’s commonly frowned upon.
Made me break out horribly
