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Summary
Mario Badescu's Buffering Lotion is a Potent Zinc Oxide overnight liquid solution. Targets large blemishes under the skin Zinc Oxide, Niacinamide, and B Vitamins.
Benefits
- Light, liquid solution
- Absorbs into skin to help target problem spots at the root
- Reduces the look of large, under-the-surface bumps
- Re-balances troubled areas for smoother, clearer-looking skin
SHAKE WELL before applying directly onto affected areas with clean fingertips, avoiding eye area. Do not apply anything on top (such as moisturizer or night cream). Use every evening as needed.
*Not recommended for use with topical prescriptions or sensitive skin. Avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse well with water. If skin irritation develops and persists, discontinue use.
Isopropyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Zinc Oxide, Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Allantoin, Biotin, Isopropyl Myristate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Pyridoxine HCl, Propylene Carbonate.
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I know it states to be used in the evening but can this be applied and used throughout the day ?
- Asked by etti
- Official Answer By Mario BadescuThanks for your question. This product is best suited for use overnight. For day time, use the Drying Patch. Was this answer helpful to you
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Is it safe to use on sensitive skin?
- Asked by Gloria
- Official Answer By Mario BadescuThanks for your question. We do not suggest using this product on sensitive skin. Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I go tanning in a tanning bed on a regular basis, is this product safe to add to my skin routine? Also it says to leave it on overnight, do you leave it on the next day or wash it off in the morning?
- Asked by Shelbaybay
- Official Answer By Mario BadescuThanks for your question. This product should be cleansed off in the morning with your facial cleanser. Not recommended for use with topical prescriptions or sensitive skin. If skin irritation develops and persists, discontinue use.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is the Buffering Lotion gluten free?
- Asked by Maddie
- Official Answer By Mario BadescuThanks for your question. The Buffering Lotion is not considered gluten free. Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this product work for breaking down sebaceous cysts?
- Asked by Mandy
- Official Answer By Mario BadescuThanks for your question. Our line does not carry products for this concern, please speak with your health care professional for proper treatment options. Was this answer helpful to you
Reviews
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Ratings Distribution
Best Uses
- 172Adult Acne
- 147Inflammatory Acne
- 122Moderate Acne
- 119Severe Acne
- 48Teen Acne
Describe Yourself
- 152Budget Shopper
- 132Brand Buyer
- 1Watery consistency with powder
- 143 year old mom, clean eater, fitness fanatic
- 120s, hormonal acne
Skin Type
- 1Combination
Most Helpful Positive Review
This is a lifesaver!!
I almost never review products because usually the results I get are just okay. This product, however, has been a true life saver...or should I say, face saver. I'm 40 and have been dealing with hormonal acne ranging from mild to severe, since my early thirties. A year and a half ago, when my acn...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Original Formula Has Been Changed
This formulation has changed. I used the Mario Badescu Buffering Lotion for years with great success, but the company recently changed the ingredients unknowingly to me at the time and the new ingredients caused my sensitive skin to become dry, red and irritated. This once great product contained wo...
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Worth the Pain
Age 30-44
Skin Type Combination
You have to give this product a couple of days to work on cystic acne. On day 1, I applied this to a cyst that I had already been messing with. The skin was broken, so it hurt a lot and dried me out like crazy. Very glad I used it at night. At the start of day 2, the cyst was pretty scabbed over. Not pretty. But by the end of day 2, after I showered, the cyst was *completely* gone. TLDR, if you can suffer through it, this product is worth the pain.
Works like magic!
I found this almost 10 years ago…not to age myself! But I wish I had found it sooner. It has been my holy grail! A little goes a long way and even though you get a small amojnt, it'll last you a long time too. Anytime I feel a pimple coming on I put a drop or two on it. Also I do pick at my face occasionally and after I do, I apply a few drops and in the morning I have no bumps or redness. I use it almost daily and I can't recommend it enough!
The Best cystic acne treatment
I have been using this on and off for ten years, it's the only thing that I've found that actually reduces inflammation/redness/tenderness.. and a lot of times the spot itself will go away without coming to the surface as to not scar. I don't have serious cystic acne anymore, but get small pimples every now and then.. and this works great for those too. I never travel without it. I make sure my face is clean and dry when applying, no moisturizer. Only apply where you need and let it sit and dry before applying anything on top. This helps it work much faster. Be consistent and gentle, let it heal on its own. Sometimes towards the end, after using this for 7+ days the skin will get flakey and dry. Obviously if you have stubborn cystic acne you should probably see a dermatologist, don't wait and risk scarring your face. This is great but won't stop whatever is causing it.
Works for me!
This is my go-to product when I start getting under surface bumps. I'd recommend. I've always got this on hand to use when I feel the pain and inflammation start. It seems to dissipate the bump quicker. I keep applying until it's under control.
Nothing Special: Main Ingredient is Isopropyl Alcohol
Okay I love Mario Badescu products but this product hasn't really done anything special. I noticed the main ingredient is isopropyl alcohol so it's essentially like using alcohol on a cotton pad to dry out pimples. People have said this product used to be great but then the ingredients were changed, so that could be why these reviews are so praising. I used it on under the skin pimples and cystic acne and it really didn't do anything :/