The Skincare Brand Beloved by Martha Stewart & Gwyneth Paltrow Is on Sale at Amazon—Starting at Just $7
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Think it takes a million bucks to look like a million bucks? Think again. Even the most glamorous, glowing stars out there know that a celebrity-sized bank account isn’t always necessary to get big results. Take Gwyneth Paltrow, Brie Larson and even the ageless Martha Stewart, for instance. One of their favorite skincare brands is the budget-friendly Mario Badescu, and they brag about their love for his lip masks, face oils and more any chance they get. The Amazon Big Spring Sale, happening right now, is your opportunity to pick up some of Mario Badescu’s most beloved products on sale — but only for a few more days.
If you haven’t heard of Mario Badescu skincare, here’s a little primer: the actual Mario Badescu is a Romanian chemist who moved to New York City in the 1960s to open a salon where he would use and sell his own premium skincare formulations. Fast forward to the present day, and his list of clientele include not only Gwyneth, Martha and Brie, but also famous faces like Jennifer Aniston, Kendall Jenner, Emily Ratajkowski and Heidi Klum. Even Oprah has given Mario Badescu skincare products her Midas touch.
And now it’s your turn to join the ranks of the most radiant faces on the planet. Mario Badescu products are on sale for as little as $7 right now, and these are the four products to put in your cart stat.
Mario Badescu Drying Lotion
This holy grail spot treatment is the apple of Gwyneth Paltrow’s eye. “I always just use the same pimple thing from the facialist in New York I’ve had forever—that chalky Mario Badescu… Mario Badescu is the best one,” she said in an interview with Byrdie.
Mario Badescu Drying Lotion uses powerful ingredients like salicylic acid and zinc oxide to diminish the appearance of blemishes and help prevent future breakouts. It also contains calamine as its top ingredient to prevent the irritation that sometimes comes along with drying ingredients.
Gwyneth isn’t the only famous fan of this lotion, though. Celebs including Drew Barrymore, Naomi Campbell and everyone’s favorite ‘It’ girl Zendaya swear by this skincare potion, too.
Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rose Water
When we think of discerning critics, the iconic Martha Stewart is one of the first that comes to mind. And what does the 82-year-old Sports Illustrated Swimsuit star use to refresh her famously flawless face? Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rose Water, which she happens to love so much that she once gifted it to another legend: Oprah.
The all-natural facial spray is a kind of refresher for your skin. It’s formulated with fragrant herbal extracts and rosewater to reinvigorate dehydrated, tight and uncomfortable skin. Just stash it in your purse and spritz it throughout the day to keep your skin dewy and fresh.
“Doesn’t leave any residue or oily feeling, just leaves the slightest hint of rose that I can smell for hours and leaves my skin feeling amazing!” wrote one of more than 50,000 five-star reviewers.
Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Chamomile and Lavender
Another celeb who loves spritzing her face with Mario Badescu facial spray is Kendall Jenner — and considering that the model’s face is one of her most precious assets, her skincare regimen holds some weight. One standout spray by Mario Badescu — featuring aloe, chamomile and lavender — happens to be on sale for less than $7 for a mini bottle.
The newest scent in the lineup, this trio of plant extracts makes for a soothing mist you can keep in your purse and reapply throughout the day. One shopper said the spray gave them “a subtle “lift” that will give you that added touch of confidence!”.
Mario Badescu Lip Mask
Brie Larson kisses and tells! She told Vogue’s Beauty Secret series that she plumps and hydrates her kisser with Mario Badescu Lip Mask, an overnight treatment that uses a blend of botanical extracts and oils to help you wake up with an enviable pout. The lip mask also contains shea butter that deeply moisturizes, coconut oil that softens, and squalane that smooths. It’s a trifecta of skincare goodness.
As one reviewer said, this lip mask leaves you with the “most kissable lips.” Pucker up!