Product Reviews Rated 4.42 out of 5 stars
45 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review AMAZING for oily skin! So I have SUPER oily skin and I have tried literally everything out there to control it: blotting papers, mattifying primers and foundations, setting sprays and powders, even prescriptions from my dermatologist, and NOTHING worked to control it. My skin typically gets oily about two hours after washing it. I decided to try this after I saw the great reviews about it (I have a bit of acne too) and let me say, it was the best impulse buy I've ever made. I applied a thin layer over my whole face, concentrating on my oily areas and my blemishes, then applied light foundation over it. Over five hours later, my skin is just starting to feel a tiny bit oily, and it doesn't look very oily at all! For me, this is absolutely priceless. After trying so many different products, I've finally found the one that works for me! It is a little difficult to apply because it's so thin and watery, and I'm still working with it but I like to squeeze a little on my fingertip and apply it that way. It's a little messy because of the consistency, but for such great results it's totally worth it!!!
Most Helpful Critical Review Skip I wanted to try out this drying lotion cause it was on sale & was similar to the Mario drying lotion... it didn't work at all. I was breaking out a little so I would put some on before bed...1 it would just come off. Unlike the Mario one where when you wake up it's still on. 2 the application was weird. 3 it just all around didn't work :( I wanted it too! Cause I like ofra. But skip this product and just get the Mario drying lotion. I returned it.
Reviewed by 45 customers Great price point! 4
Ashley from Undisclosed
It great for the price but the dropper is awkward to use for the type of product that it is. #sweepstakes
Great product! 5
Nadine from Undisclosed
I purchased this for my teenage daughter and she loves it. She puts it on before bed and by the morning her pimples have gone down and are completely gone in a couple of days. #sweepstakes
Not as good as Mario 2
SMeza from Ventura CA
Spend $1 more and get the Mario Badescu one. Not sure why this one requires me to apply it every night for about 3-4 days to see any difference in growing spots. where as the MB drying lotion, apply it once and the next morning it's basically none existent.
A must have for acne 5
Rosa from Undisclosed
I started using this product after the Mario Badescu left my skin super dry and with scars, this lotion cured the scars and they disappeared. I use it to reduce upcoming breakouts and when I mess with my acne and do things I shouldn't (pop/pick at) it helps them reduce in size and appearance. #sweepstakes
Works great 5
Seibel from Undisclosed
I use this product when I get a pimple or breakout and I simply apply a dot wherever the pimple is. It works great in drying out the pimple, you just cannot use it every day or it won't be effective.
WORKS OVERNIGHT!!! 5
Mariela from west palm beach, fl
This drying lotion is literally my HOLY grail!! Whenever I feel or see pimples/zits popping up I immediately put this on! It works overnight, no joke! When i wake up, the pimples are half the size or completely gone! THE BEST
BEST 5
💗 from Baltimore Md
this is the best product i've ever used on my skin. i've struggled with acne basically my entire life and this is my secret to a clear face. definitely does the job
Doesn't work. 1
Hammk from Las Vegas
Dries nothing.
Let me explain that SMELL 5
CierraCorin from Juneau, Alaska
Hello, too all whom have used this product & dislikes that funky smell... That's the Colloidal Sulfur in this product. It's an effective ingredient towards blemishes & cystic pimples under the skin. I should know, I do sulfur masks & I cleanse with the Kate Somerville Eradikate Cleanser. BUT if it's too much for noses, then I guess continue seeking another product that'll work. But if it works & you don't wanna use it due too the smell, I would stick with it. You'll get used too the smell. :)
DOES THE JOB 5
SIDthaKID from INDIANA
I HAVE BEEN USING THIS FOR OVER A MONTH AND IT DEFINITELY WORKS...IT HELPS KEEP PIMPLES AND NEW BREAKOUTS FROM HAPPENING.. I REALLY LOVE IT.. WORKS ON SHOULDERS BACK A ARMS... I HAVE MARIO BADESCU SEEING LOTION BUT HAVEN'T TRIED YET... THIS ONE WORKS WELL STILL... THANKS OFRA!!
Not all pink drying lotions are created equal 5
Rforsch1 from Hershey, PA
I've used other brands' drying lotions and this is by far the most effective. It diminishes huge cystic acne over night. If used for too long it'll cause dry peeling skin but my skin recovered quicker from this lotion than the others I've used. It's also better to use the dropper method on this than using a q-tip like the others require.
I would buy this product again and again 5
Mari from Los Angeles, CA
I use this product whenever I get the slightest blemish and it dries it out immediately. Easy to apply and works wonders fast.
My best Friend 5
Liz from Miami, FL
Really helps clear up blemishes on my face instantly.
Not impressed 3
Tanya from Ohio
I was super excited to try this because it was on sale and had comparable ingredients to the "other" drying lotion that's super popular. I don't have a whole lot of pimples, but I do get them occasionally and the primer I was using is giving me blackheads. I used it several nights in a row and really haven't seen any difference at all. I'm kinda disappointed. And, regarding previous reviews: yes, this DOES have calamine in it. Also, yes, there's a semi-funky smell but it wasn't unbearable and it certainly didn't last after I washed my face.
pleasant surprise 5
Jo from Chicago
To start off, I have oily skin that is super super prone to breakouts, unfortunately. It's a constant battle that includes not wanting to strip my skin of its beneficial oils and also trying to remove all of the shine and grease...all while trying to keep my skin healthy & clear. This product is awesome! I've been a diehard fan of the Mario Badescu version of this product for 2+ years now. This happened to catch my eye and I decided to go ahead and give it a shot. I'm so glad I did! It does have a strange scent, but it's nothing awful. Personally, I apply it using a qtip because it has a fairly thin consistency. I leave it on overnight and always notice a difference in the size of my pimples and cysts! This stuff is amazing! I find that it is even more effective than the Mario version.
Good product, but strong smell... 4
Andrea from Undisclosed
It definitely has minimized my breakouts. However, the smell is really strong and makes my eyes water...
Smells bad! 4
Maria from Fairfax, VA
After reading the reviews, I ordered to give it a try. I wanted to love this product, but man, the smell... I can't stand it! It does work. The first time I tried, it dried my pimples and next day my skin looked better. But the smells doesn't go away for at least two days (even after washing my face and showering). My pillow cover smelled like it too. The smell is pretty strong. I think I will be trying something else... if you don't mind the strong metal smell, then I would recommend this. However, if you are sensitive to strong smells, I would not recommend this.
Wouldn't buy again, but it's not terrible. 3
sue from USA
it smells like wet dog mixed with perm solution. no bueno. but i only used it once so far and it hasn't seemed to do anything yet.
OFRA VS MARIO BADESCU 4
MASKQUEEN from Santa Clara
I wanted to try this product because I've been using Mario Badescu's for years! They both do the job, however MB's (Mario Badescu) did work faster for me. If you're deciding between buying the two, this might be helpful for you.
Ofra's has a dropper applicator. The consistency is watery so you can either drop it on your finger and tap on, or tilt your head back and drop it on the area. It stays on all night, however the smell is stronger than MB's. It smells like grinding metal (lack of better words). The scent I noticed does stay on my pillow and I can still smell it on myself the next day even after I wash my face. It DOES do the job tho.
The only difference is they MB's scent is softer, because it does contain calamine (Ofra's doesn't). Calamine is a helpful ingredient for inflamed skin!!! Because of this, it has soothing properties so the next day my pimples shrink AND redness/sensitivy is gone. Ofra's just dries pimples. Consistency is more creamy, less runny. Although Ofra's is a good product and does work, I recommend MB's because of faster results and more gentle on the skin considering the $1 difference.
Skip 1
Susie from Plantation Florida
I wanted to try out this drying lotion cause it was on sale & was similar to the Mario drying lotion... it didn't work at all. I was breaking out a little so I would put some on before bed...1 it would just come off. Unlike the Mario one where when you wake up it's still on. 2 the application was weird. 3 it just all around didn't work :( I wanted it too! Cause I like ofra. But skip this product and just get the Mario drying lotion. I returned it.
Wow 5
Sam Fran from Indianapolis
Theres a slight stinging/tingle (which I love) when I put it on top of my zits that havent emerged yet but are gonna be huge. I just pht a drop on each one before bed and in the morning they significantly smaller! It does dry out the area a bit but I expected that to happen. Just keep the skin mosturized!
im a fan 5
steph from nj
this has been working really well to dry out my break outs. i also like that it doesn't have a bunch of harmful ingredients like some drying lotions have
great! 5
Rachel from NJ
bought this one sale and love it! i had a big cystic pimple come in and this greatly reduced the time i had it! tingles a bit when it goes on and dries quickly. flacks off a bit so i didn't put any that would fall near my eyes. overall really happy!
The guardian angel of my skin 5
Taytaloo from Dirty South
Oh gosh. I'm so thankful for this product. I put it on my breakup out and I swear the next morning it was dried out and fading. The following day the area was smooth and clear. Mind Blown.
Got rid of my milia 5
Catiechick from NY
I bought this to spot treat acne but decided to try it on a milia I have near my eye that I've struggled with for a long time. It's basically gone after one use. Awesome product, don't sleep on it
