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Clarifying Cleanser

Murad®

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Details & care

What it is: A powerful gel cleanser that combats acne and skin breakouts with a richly lathering formula that strips away pore-clogging grime, oil and irritants.

What it does: This cleanser helps treat and prevent acne breakouts with time-released medication that remains active for hours, even after rinsing. Salicylic acid provides a sustained release of acne medication to allow for hours of acne treatment while silver citrate provides antibacterial protection to inhibit blemish foundation.

How to use: Massage a small amount over dampened face and neck. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.

  • 6.75 oz.
  • Paraben-free; sulfate-free; phthalate-free
  • Dermatologist tested
  • Cruelty-free
  • Made in the USA
  • Item #109018
  • Core Product ID 333333XHQ3

Ingredients

Active Ingredient: Salicylic Acid 1.5%; Inactive Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Methyl Gluceth-20, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Butylene Glycol, Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Silver Citrate, Menthol, PEG-150 Distearate, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Polysorbate 80, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Methylisothiazolinone, Limonene, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Leaf Oil, Cymbopogon Nardus (Citronella) Oil, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Fragrance (Parfum).
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging

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Murad

Murad was founded in 1989 by acclaimed dermatologist Dr. Howard Murad, who developed a highly effective, whole-person approach to skin care, creating products for every skin concern—including acne, loss of firmness, fine lines and wrinkles, redness and sensitivity. Murad was built on the belief that living a beautiful life leads to truly beautiful skin.

Reviews

(43)434.7 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

Sept 25, 2020

New holy grail

I am typically hesitant to change skin care since I have very sensitive skin and have changed my face wash/cleanser routine only three times in the past 15 years. I recently experienced acne from having oil exposure from frying food for a party (rare) and used the acne spot treatment (first Murad product I’ve tried), which helped a ton. I still had a few red spots and blemish spots that I thought wouldn’t go away unless I got deep peels. So, I decided to give this a try because I was desperate to have clear skin again. After a week of using this cleanser, my acne, red spots and blemishes have decreased and are almost gone. I didn’t experience purging where your skin breaks while adjusting to a new product. The cleanser is a gel formula that foams upon rubbing and has a slight minty scent without stinging your face. My skin felt so soft and smooth after too! Sticking with the cleanser for sure!
UnexpectedAcne
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Most helpful critical review

Oct 17, 2020

Awful! Burned, swollen eyes!

I bought this because I had been breaking out ok my forehead and jawline area more I could remember since I was a teenager. I am in my late 30’s with combination skin. After two nights of using this face wash on my face, my face and neck started to feel itchy and dry. On the morning of the third day, my eyelids were red and slightly swollen! My skin texture felt not only extremely dry and itchy but a weird texture that not only could I feel but see as well! I recall using this wash over a decade ago and it working; but now they have definitely changed something and should have looked into the list of weird ingredients . Even without doing that, I have never had an allergic reaction to any face product EVER! Stay away from this wash!
sonia007
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Sept 25, 2020

New holy grail

I am typically hesitant to change skin care since I have very sensitive skin and have changed my face wash/cleanser routine only three times in the past 15 years. I recently experienced acne from having oil exposure from frying food for a party (rare) and used the acne spot treatment (first Murad product I’ve tried), which helped a ton. I still had a few red spots and blemish spots that I thought wouldn’t go away unless I got deep peels. So, I decided to give this a try because I was desperate to have clear skin again. After a week of using this cleanser, my acne, red spots and blemishes have decreased and are almost gone. I didn’t experience purging where your skin breaks while adjusting to a new product. The cleanser is a gel formula that foams upon rubbing and has a slight minty scent without stinging your face. My skin felt so soft and smooth after too! Sticking with the cleanser for sure!
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UnexpectedAcne
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Aug 16, 2017Incentivized review

Great Product

Be wary that this contains different ingredients than the other Clarifying Cleanser offered by Murad. I had assumed that the packaging was simply outdated, but it seems that these are two different products. I plan to give it a try though. I began using a Murad ten months ago and I have been very satisfied with my experience. I am 27 with combination, acne-prone skin and I was hesitant to ditch my Clinique cleanser, which I had used for years. This is not the silver bullet, but I noticed an improvement within two weeks.
SDB90
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Sept 4, 2023

Best acne cleanser

It has clear me acne in two weeks.
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Jana
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June 25, 2023

Murad Acne control face wash

This has been one of the best products ever made for acne or acne prone skin. non-drying and works extremely quick too clear skin of any imperfections.
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MARIA06167
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7.5FLOZ
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Apr 15, 2023

Murad Acne Cleanser

Best cleanser for adult acne. Been using it for years. Love It!
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Locdwn357
Size purchased:
6.75 oz
Color:
Clear
Height:
5’10
Weight:
230
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Oct 17, 2020

Awful! Burned, swollen eyes!

I bought this because I had been breaking out ok my forehead and jawline area more I could remember since I was a teenager. I am in my late 30’s with combination skin. After two nights of using this face wash on my face, my face and neck started to feel itchy and dry. On the morning of the third day, my eyelids were red and slightly swollen! My skin texture felt not only extremely dry and itchy but a weird texture that not only could I feel but see as well! I recall using this wash over a decade ago and it working; but now they have definitely changed something and should have looked into the list of weird ingredients . Even without doing that, I have never had an allergic reaction to any face product EVER! Stay away from this wash!
sonia007
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Sept 1, 2020Incentivized review

wow gets everything smooth

It’s a great cleanser and it doesn’t leave my face tight like other clarifying cleansers do; I have dry/aging skin
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CMSH
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July 12, 2020Incentivized review

In Love

Y’all!!! I was getting those fun mask pimples, you know those that a bit stubborn. Starting to this I was going to look like a teenager again, but found this and I’m in love. Move aside guys, I have a new love in my life and it’s my skin look amazing. Doesn’t over dry. Gives that menthol type of freshness when you wash it off. Such a great feeling. Buy it!
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Jetset007
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Apr 12, 2020Incentivized review

Essential

This product it a go to for me. I’ve been using every morning and night for more than a year now. I would recommend this product to anyone who love maintaining healthy clear skin without stripping away natural oils.
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Kaelynlb
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Feb 28, 2020Incentivized review

Great for acne prone skin!

I've been using this cleanser for almost 3 months now. Skin is noticeably clearer and less oily without over-drying.
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Jcorb19
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Dec 23, 2019Incentivized review

My favorite cleanser

I swear I have tried so many different cleansers. This one is in my top 2. I fell away from it yo try a few others and ended up coming back to it! I love it. It tends to sometimes give you a slight tingle but in a good way. It’s like a cleansing tingle.
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Jmaria15
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Dec 13, 2019Incentivized review

Best for acne

I have been buying this face wash for 7 years. It is the best for acne sufferers. I’m an adult and still get breakouts. This cleanser doesn’t dry out my face and keeps my skin clear better than anything else I’ve tried and I’ve tried a lot. Highly recommend.
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