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(1) Are the Mario Badescu finished products tested on animals by the company, a parent company, a third party or an affiliate company?
(3) Do you have documents from your ingredient suppliers to show that they aren’t testing on animals for your brand or any other brand?
(4) Does your manufacturer purchase any ingredients from laboratories that conduct tests on animals? Do you have documents to support this?
We ask all of our raw material vendors to sign a certification that they do not test on animals. That said, we have no control over the actions of raw material vendors. Below is the statement that we require all of our raw material vendors to sign as it relates to the raw materials we purchase.
I confirm that to the best of my knowledge and belief that the above named raw material complies with the European ban on animal testing and has not been tested on animals for cosmetic or personal care purposes since December 31, 2009. I also confirm it has been checked with the actual manufacturer of each constituent raw material used to produce the product listed above to ascertain that this statement is correct.
Frequently Asked Questions
Facial mist sprays and toners serve distinct purposes in a skincare routine, but there can be some overlap in their functions.
A facial mist spray is primarily designed to provide a quick burst of hydration and refreshment to the skin. It often comes in a spray form, allowing for easy application throughout the day.
Facial mists can contain water, botanical extracts, and humectants to add moisture to the skin.
Toners may contain a variety of ingredients such as antioxidants, exfoliants, or soothing agents, depending on their formulation.
While both facial mist sprays and toners contribute to skin hydration, toners are generally more focused on prepping the skin for other products and addressing specific skincare concerns, while facial mists are often used for on-the-go hydration and a refreshing feel.
Individuals may choose to use one or both in their skincare routine based on their skin’s needs and personal preferences.
Facial mist sprays, while offering a quick and refreshing hydration boost, may have disadvantages.
Some formulations can contain allergens or comedogenic ingredients, potentially causing skin irritation or clogged pores, especially for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Overuse or using mists with heavy oils might contribute to product buildup and skin issues. Additionally, facial mists should not replace a complete skincare routine, as they often provide temporary hydration and lack long-lasting moisturizing effects.
Consideration of environmental impact, especially with aerosol spray packaging, is also important. To minimize drawbacks, choose products with minimal ingredients, perform patch tests, and incorporate facial mists thoughtfully within a well-rounded skincare regimen. If in doubt, seek advice from a dermatologist.
Facial mist sprays, when formulated with non-comedogenic (non-pore-clogging) ingredients, are generally unlikely to clog pores.
Is Mario Badescu Cruelty Free?
Several of you have asked, “Is Mario Badescu cruelty free?” Years ago, I was a huge fan of their products, and I even reviewed them here on My Beauty Bunny. Then at some point, I saw that they were selling in China, so I had to put them on the do not buy list. (NOTE: their rep says they were never in China, so my recollection of WHY they were on the naughty list may be a bit fuzzy.) Recently, my assistant, Jenna, heard that they were once again cruelty free. I reached out to the brand, and they were able to answer all of my cruelty free questions. I’m happy to say that Mario Badescu is cruelty free!
Their answer to question number four (regarding ingredient suppliers) might seem wishy washy, but I believe they are just trying to avoid lawsuits in case their vendors ever go against their written statements about animal testing. It’s a smart move to avoid getting sued, and it doesn’t bother me. It could also potentially mean that their ingredient suppliers are testing (or could test in the future) OTHER ingredients that Mario Badescu does not purchase. That’s something they cannot control. Asking their vendors to sign statements saying they do not test is more than many companies do.
The VSCO Girl aesthetic
Know Your Meme traces the origins of the term to a January 2019 YouTube video from Greer Jones, though the aesthetic had been explored prior to that. A Google Trends search for the term “VSCO girl” shows a flatline until June 2019, when it spiked, and there’s a similar spike for the term “What is VSCO girl.”
According to Emma Marie DeLucio of the YouTube channel Emma and Ellie’s Family, the trend took off when more “famous” YouTube personalities like Emma Chamberlain and Hannah Meloche started making videos about it, and the aesthetic “has to be trendy and basic.” The word “basic,” which has developed a negative connotation, is being recontextualized within the meme.
YouTube is home to hundreds of recent videos about how to “transform” into a VSCO Girl or shop for the look, including one somewhat distressing video of an Urban Outfitters that’s stocked with a wall of scrunchies and Hydro Flasks. Of course, you also have to be able to afford this look.
On TikTok, you’ll find more parodies of the look. Two big memes, “ Here’s the motherfucking tea ” and “ Save the turtles ,” could be seen as representative of the VSCO Girl, and the “ And I oop ” meme has been co-opted. This TikTok from user koobydoobydoobydoo and has more than 12 million likes and I’m pretty sure I knew this girl in high school. In the ‘90s.
A Dermatologist Ranks Her Top 5 Favorite Mario Badescu Products
E ver since esthetician Mario Badescu set up shop in New York City in 1967, people flocked to his salon to get dreamy facials. Not long after that, he began concocting his own skin-care line that has since grown to be a cult favorite.
Now, Mario Badescu has over 150 products, one for every specific skin concern you could ever imagine. Whether you've come across the signature green logo on the shelves at Sephora or Urban Outfitters, or you've read about the brand's iconic Drying Lotion ($17), there's a high chance you've picked up one a Mario Badescu skin-care product before. If you haven't—or if you love the brand and want more—cosmetic dermatologist Ife Rodney, MD, of Eternal Dermatology is ranking her top five favorite Mario Badescu products. none of which cost more than $30.
- Ife J. Rodney, MD, FAAD, board-certified dermatologist and dermapathologist, founding director of Eternal Dermatology in Maryland.
