I really like the skin care products at Mario Badescu. I first read about them in a fashion magazine and about the celebrities who swear by some of the products - Liv Tyler supposedly loves the pink zit-clearing lotion (as do I!). I first bought the products at Bendel's, a cute boutique on 5th (they sell everything except shoes).
What I really like are the varied lines they have for each skin type (it almost feels like customized care) and the high quality of the products. The kiwi scrub feels and smells amazing! Also, the prices are very reasonable compared to other skincare lines (very cheap compared to Chanel and a few steps above Clinique).
The facials are some of the best in the city but finding the right facialist is trial and error. The girls that work in front tend to be young and snooty but don't let that deter you from experiencing some of the best skin care products. So if you don't want to deal with snooty service, you can always buy the products online or at a store like Bendel's.
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