Mario Badescu
Buttermilk Moisturizer
Buttermilk Moisturizer
Mario Badescu
buttermilk-moisturizer
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WHAT IS IT?
Light moisturizer with lactic acid, chamomile, and thyme
FEATURES
Light, silky-smooth texture, replenishes and rejuvenates dull skin, refines appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
BEST FOR
combination, dry, sensitive
CHECKS
Free of alcohol, sulfate, silicon
Who Is It For?
All Ages All GendersWhat Does It Help With?
Dehydration Fine Lines Wrinkles Discoloration DullnessBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
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What Mario Badescu Says
Product Description:
Light, silky-smooth moisturizer feels like a buttermilk treat. Replenishes and rejuvenates dull, dehydrated skin and gently resurfaces to refine the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and discoloration. Helping to restore a youthful, brighter complexion.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Chamomile-Extract,Lactic-Acid,Thyme
Key Ingredients
Chamomile Extract, Lactic Acid, Thyme
Ingredients Details
Lactic Acid
Common Name(s): L-lactic acid,2-hydroxypropionic acid,milk acid
CAS Number: 50-21-5
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Exfoliates dead skin cells, attracts and retains moisture, brightens skin tone, and improves texture.
Why It's Used: Dual exfoliant and humectant โ uniquely hydrating vs other ahas. gentler and suitable for normal-to-sensitive skin.
How It Works: Disrupts desmosomes to promote exfoliation at low ph. acts as humectant. also stimulates ceramide synthesis at lower concentrations for barrier support.
Typically Found In: Chemical exfoliants,toners,serums,professional peels
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ alpha hydroxy acid (aha)
Secondary Functions: Humectant,brightening,barrier support,ceramide synthesis
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 2%โ10% (daily); 20%โ90% (professional); active at ph โค3.9
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic or fermentation-derived
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Fermentation-derived from carbohydrates or synthetically produced. both l-form and dl-form used.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 2/5 โ low to moderate
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Photosensitizing โ spf required. better tolerated than glycolic acid for most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Use with caution โ spf required
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Safe at otc concentrations. eu: โค10% leave-on at ph โฅ3.5. mandatory spf advisory.
Works Well With: Niacinamide,ceramides,hyaluronic acid,spf
Avoid Combining With: Retinol in same step; multiple exfoliants simultaneously
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Lactic acid's role as a natural moisturizing factor (nmf) component makes it uniquely hydrating among ahas. ceramide synthesis stimulation at 2% provides barrier benefits complementing exfoliating activity.
Last Verified: Cosing database,stiller et al. lactic acid review,sccs aha opinion
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12