Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel Review

Our Verdict

People have gone crazy for Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel, and we can see why.

Enhanced with fruit enzymes and alpha hydroxy acids (AHA), this face cleanser dissolves impurities, brightens and gently exfoliates skin all at once.

Summary

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OTHER NATURAL CLEANSERS

• The Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Cleansing Oil is formulated with a natural blend of organic oils, fruit stem cells, and antioxidant-rich vitamins to remove impurities and promote a firm texture. It’s especially good for aging and mature skin types ().
• The Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser is perfect for Acne-prone skins. This clarifying cream-gel cleanser cleanses and clarifies acne prone skin with the cooling and invigorating properties of cucumber and tea tree oil ().

At a glance

Which skin solutions is Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel best for?

Formulated WITHOUT

• Artificial Colors or Dye

Key ingredients

• Papaya and Grapefruit Extracts; act as exfoliants for the skin

Ethics: Values that the brand embraces

One month with Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel

Washing your face sounds like the simplest of all beauty tasks. How important can it be?

VERY.

Cleansing is the first and most vital step in your morning and evening regime, paving the way for the absorption of treatment products.
So, finding the right cleanser – one that washes away buildup, dirt, and impurities, doesn’t strip the skin from its natural oils, AND leaves skin softly moisturized – is essential.

Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel makes practically every beauty editor’s face wash roundup. And for a good reason: it does the job, and does it well.

So, what do we love about it?

A powerful cleanser, yet gentle enough for everyday use, Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel is enriched with natural fruit enzymes and Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) to effectively wash away impurities. Exfoliating papaya and grapefruit extracts help to break up dead layers of skin and prevent dulling build-up that can cause blackheads and pimples.

You’ll love the soft texture, and how comfortable it feels on the skin. Upon application, this gel cleanser doesn’t foam up much though. This can be overwhelming at first – mainstream cleansers have made us used to the feeling that foam means clean skin. But truth be told: heavy foaming often means nasty chemicals.

But what really convinced us was the results: skin feels clean, revitalized, and smoother with a silky touch. With continued use, Enzyme Gel Cleanser has helped to balance skin, reduce the dull appearance and brighten the complexion.

This cleanser comes in a simple, practical packaging. We appreciate the tiny nozzle that allows us to squirt out just the right amount of product.

The cleanser has a light green color and a delicate fragrance (which does linger around after rinsing).

The only downside: While Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel does not contain any artificial colors or dyes, it does contain methylparaben.

How to use Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel?

Twice daily, gently massage gel cleanser in circular motions on wet skin avoiding close contact around the eye area. Leave on for 1-2 minutes to allow AHAs more time to dissolve away surface buildup, then rinse thoroughly with warm water. Rinse off with water, pat dry and follow with toner and moisturizer.

Results

This multitasking, cleansing gel leaves skin clean, exfoliated, rejuvenated and looking radiant.

Who it’s for

All skin types

Ingredients

Aqua (Water, Eau), Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, PEG-8 Stearate, PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Sodium Chloride, Parfum (Fragrance), Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Triethanolamine, Diazolidinyl Urea, Mica, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 19140 (Yellow 5), CI 42090 (Blue 1), CI 15985 (Yellow 6)

About Mario Badescu

Mario Badescu is an American skincare brand founded Founded in 1967 by Romanian-born Mario Badescu. Their product range includes simple, gentle and effective skincare treatments backed by innovative technology. The botanically-based formulations are developed to cater to all skin types and concerns, from effective acne solutions to powerful anti-aging treatments.

What’s in the box

Size: 8 fl oz (236 ml)

Price: How much does the Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel cost?

This cleansing gel from Mario Badescu costs for 8 fl oz (236 ml).

Other great natural cleansers

• The Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Cleansing Oil is formulated with a natural blend of organic oils, fruit stem cells, and antioxidant-rich vitamins to remove impurities and promote a firm texture. It’s especially good for aging and mature skin types ().
• The Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser is perfect for Acne-prone skins. This clarifying cream-gel cleanser cleanses and clarifies acne prone skin with the cooling and invigorating properties of cucumber and tea tree oil ().

Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel FAQs

Question: Is Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel vegan?
Answer: Yes, this Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel does not contain animal by-products and is considered vegan-friendly.

Question: Is Mario Badescu natural?
Answer: Not entirely. Mario Badescu uses very minimal, safe* levels of parabens in their products for product preservation.
*Paraben use is well below the safe levels as established by research by two independent scientific bodies, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel of experts in the US and the EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Products Safety.

Question: How often should this product be used?
Answer: Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel is suitable for twice daily use, morning and night.

Question: Is this cleansing gel suitable for normal to dry skin?
Answer: Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel is suitable for all skin types. However, it is best suited for combination to oily skin types. For very dry skin or colder weather, the Cream Soap is recommended as a daily cleanser.

Question: How can I contact Mario Badescu?
Answer: If you have any questions, Mario Badescu’s customer service hotline is 800-223-3728. You can also contact them via their website.

Photos by Beauty Wise Up and Mario Badescu.