Product Reviews Rated 4.56 out of 5 stars
45 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review Best bang for your buck I have now been using Mario Badescu skin care for about a year and a half, and this is the second time I have purchased the glycolic skin renewal complex. I alternated between this cream and Mario Badescu's ginseng moist cream and I have to say, this one is a little more expensive for a reason. Don't get me wrong, I also loved the ginseng cream, but the Glycolic renewal complex is so thick and luxurious feeling while also not being oily or heavy feeling. I use it as my day + night moisturizer (I am not fancy enough to have separate product for morning vs. night) and it is by far my favorite moisturizer that I've ever used. I use it with the Enzyme Gel Cleanser and the Aloe Toner, which are also great products from Mario Badescu, and my skin feels healthy and balanced. I have slightly sensitive skin, and all of the products from this brand are so kind to my skin! To summarize, the Glycolic Skin Renewal Complex is worth every penny, and it's my favorite moisturizer of all time. If it's out of your budget though, the Ginseng Moist Cream is less luxurious, but still definitely gets the job done.
Most Helpful Critical Review Careful! peanut oil based product! The jar does have a warning about the peanut oil , in fact it is the second ingredient listed. I've never been allergic to peanuts , but this didn't prove true with this face cream. My eyelids and skin under my eyes swelled and itched greatly. Also lots of itching and irritation on face and neck. This took awhile to clear up as I didn't know what was causing the problem.
Reviewed by 45 customers Favorite day cream 5
Allison from Virginia
I love this cream. It moisturizes without feeling heavy and I like that a little goes a long way.
Mario Badescu has SAVED MY FACE, and THIS... 5
Agent Snogpitch from KS
I use this product at night after cleansing and toning. Then after I put this pretty much all over my face, just avoiding the contours of my eyes, I let it sit for a minute or two, then spray my face with the rose water face mist to ease any discomfort (which is rare if any) from the glycolic acid. I give that a few minutes. Then I apply the Vitamin C Serum pretty much all over my face. A little of that goes a long way. After that, I spot treat with a little of their Honey Moisturizer in my dry or red spots, since I'm a combination skin girl, and use a q-tip to apply the pink drying lotion to any blemishes. That is my entire nightly routine. I had been getting the Brightening Kit over and over again, because I didn't want to just dive in and buy full size Vitamin C Serum and the Glycolic Renewal Complex. In fact, I don't even use the Whitening Mask that comes with the kit that often, so I have a couple of them just sitting, unopened, even. But after I thought I'd try out The Ordinary's Glycolic Acid Toner, to see if it had the same skin-smoothing effects as this product, I was quickly convinced that the money was worth it, and the very next sale Ulta had on Mario Badescu products, I finally took the plunge and purchased a full tub of this stuff. ZERO regrets!
Holy grail! 5
Molly jean from KY
I tried the mini that came with a regimen kit. I immediately fell in love! I bought the full size and will continue to buy the full size. It's worth every penny! Small amount goes along way! My face feels so baby soft. A must have in my daily routine!
Great moisturizer 5
Justyna from Connecticut
Great lightweight moisturizer
soft skin 5
rb from ohio
my skin is so soft and smooth after using this with my microneedle roller.
Expensive, but the only thing that works. 4
demanda from st louis mo
Every winter my skin gets so dry. The only thing that would work was steroid cream from the doctor, to heal it. I discovered this product and now I do not need to use the steroid cream anymore.
LOVE this! 5
Anonymous from Springfield, MO
I have extremely dry skin that tends to flake around my nose in the winter time, and larger pores as I've hit my 30s. At first I didn't want to spend $35 on what seems like a small amount, but I'm a believer now! I could tell a difference after using it the first time - even my husband commented on how nice my skin looked (and he never makes comments like that!). My skin is moist, soft, and my make up goes on smoother, my pores seem smaller, plus my skin feels moisturized all day. I will be a regular customer now!
Life Changing 5
alexmac from nashville
I've suffered from poor texture on my forehead for years. I had acne during my teens and early twenties, and it left my skin a bit battered. I am an Esthetician so I am very picky when it comes to which products I use. This brand is natural, inexpensive, and it WORKS. I started using this product last week and saw incredible results within 48 hours. I had two friends in one day tell me how amazing my skin looked. My makeup is going on smoother, my skin looks more supple, and I am moisturized without feeling too heavy or oily. I am obsessed. I will not allow myself to run out of this product! I'm a week in now and my skin has never looked better.
Got sample with an order 5
Tootsie from Columbia SC
I received a sample free from ULTA. Good choice ULTA for picking this product and brand. My skin has improved so much in tone, texture. After a few days I knew this was going to work with no complications. I got the brightening kit.
2nd time buying!! 5
Dan the WOman from Jonesboro, AR
2nd time buying and will continue to
Absolutely Love. Greta results. I'm hooked 5
Donna G from Akron, Ohio
I usually stick to drug store brands for financial reasons but after trying this from the sample brightening pack I can tell the difference between this and the cheaper Olay etc drugstore night creams. I have really bad age/dark spots on my face and I can visibly see a difference after using this product. It is 100% worth the $ and usually lasts for a month or two
Didn't like the product at all. Can't see any difference. 1
PJ from Tyngsboro Mass
Love glycolic acid creams that work. I used to love the revival cream that you used to have. Wish you'd carry something that works like it supposed to.
Best bang for your buck 5
Ju the goo hoarder from Missoula, MT
I have now been using Mario Badescu skin care for about a year and a half, and this is the second time I have purchased the glycolic skin renewal complex. I alternated between this cream and Mario Badescu's ginseng moist cream and I have to say, this one is a little more expensive for a reason. Don't get me wrong, I also loved the ginseng cream, but the Glycolic renewal complex is so thick and luxurious feeling while also not being oily or heavy feeling. I use it as my day + night moisturizer (I am not fancy enough to have separate product for morning vs. night) and it is by far my favorite moisturizer that I've ever used. I use it with the Enzyme Gel Cleanser and the Aloe Toner, which are also great products from Mario Badescu, and my skin feels healthy and balanced. I have slightly sensitive skin, and all of the products from this brand are so kind to my skin! To summarize, the Glycolic Skin Renewal Complex is worth every penny, and it's my favorite moisturizer of all time. If it's out of your budget though, the Ginseng Moist Cream is less luxurious, but still definitely gets the job done.
Great product...wish there was a bigger bargain tub! 5
Loudgoldfish from Lake Forest, CA
I use this as my nighttime moisturizer. When I wake up, my skin is super soft and smooth. I have issues with occasional break outs even though I just turned 40, but this hasn't made me break-out at all. I just wish Mario badescu would made a larger, bargain-sized container like some of their other products!
Love this 5
Krissy from Massachusetts
Every morning before o put on my foundation.
I will liked this product again 5
Face smoothly from North Haven CT
I applied in my face twice every day after I wash my face n its make my skin very smooth nice.
Would by again 5
Cindychitown from Chicago
I use before bedtime and works great for dry skin
Careful! peanut oil based product! 1
OZ Houston from Katy, TX
The jar does have a warning about the peanut oil , in fact it is the second ingredient listed. I've never been allergic to peanuts , but this didn't prove true with this face cream. My eyelids and skin under my eyes swelled and itched greatly. Also lots of itching and irritation on face and neck. This took awhile to clear up as I didn't know what was causing the problem.
I would buy this product again 5
Waldan from Philadelphia
Things are great
Great as a Night Cream. 5
PEGGY from BOSSIER CITY, LA
This product is wonderful, have been using it as my night cream for over a year and it works well. I use MARIO BADESCU's Glycolic Eye Cream at night also.
I am 72 years old and this cream keeps my skin moist and supple. It only takes a small amount for your face. I use it after my shower. LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PRODUCT.
Love the texture! Very emollient yet not greasy! 5
Dianna from New Jersey
Love the texture! Great price point too!
I would buy this product again 5
Mo from Hanford CA
Use twice a day
Love it!! 5
Olivia from Burlington ct
Use,morning and night
Not sure if I'll buy this again 3
Karina from Washington
I kept reading if you have oily skin it would not be too bad, but I seem to get extra oily and I have combination skin. I've only been using it for about 4 days I will review once I get the rest of my products to see if the combination works well. Right now I am using shea moisture products along with this at night.
yes would purchase again!! 5
Bells Joy from Stratford CA
Product is amazing!!
