Beauty
Heres what dermatologists think of the OG zit zapper.
The brand did it beforeThe Ordinary.
And each one contributes to the products efficacy.
Marisa Garshick, M.D., FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist.
Heres everything to know about the near-magical potion and how it came to betheholy grailspot treatment.
What Is The Mario Badescu Drying Lotion?
Theres water and alcohol on the top and zinc oxide and talc settled on the bottom.
A blend of research-backed active ingredients and drying agents that work together in two phases, Ansell says.
They work together to reduce oil and unclog the pores, Garshick says.
To finish the job, the soothing ingredients, likecamphorandcalamine, help keep your skin calm.
Using [this lotion] periodically is absolutely fine, she says.
Once theres solution on the swab, gently tap it onto your breakout.
According to the brand, you might think of the Drying Lotion as atiny pink mask for your pimple.
Wear it overnight and you should see a reduction in your breakouts by morning.
The Bottom Line
There is a reason this product is so well-regarded, says Garshick.
It can be a good option for a spot treatment that helps to quickly dry up a breakout.
But the Mario Badescu Drying Lotion is here for those pesky pimples that sneak through and it really works.
Studies referenced:
Fox, L. (2016).
Treatment Modalities for Acne.Molecules,21(8).https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules21081063
Gupta, M. (2013).
Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review.Dermatology Research and Practice,2014.https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/709152
Meng, C. (2022).
Serum zinc levels and efficacy of zinc treatment in acne vulgaris: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
