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Summary
Highlights
Murad's Clarifying Cleanser with two types of salicylic acid, purifies pores and treats acne long after rinsing for refreshed and clearer-looking skin.
Benefits
- Powerful acne gel cleanser prevents breakouts, dissolves excess oil and purifies pores
- Two types of salicylic acid treat acne fast, even after rinsing
- Green Tea Extract helps soothe and calm irritation
- Leaves skin feeling refreshed and clarified
Key Ingredients
- Free form Salicylic Acid: immediate pore clearing
- Encapsulated form Salicylic Acid: continuous sloughing of dead skin cells, even after rinsing
- Green Tea Extract: helps soothe and calm irritation
Research Results
- Clinically tested by an independent laboratory and proven safe for sensitive skin.
- In a 3-day clinical study:
- 94% said it dissolves excess oil
- 94% said it deeply cleanses skin
- 88% said it improves skin's overall appearance
- 85% said it leaves pores feeling clean of impurities
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Use AM and PM.Massage a small amount over dampened face and neck. Follow with your preferred Murad treatment or moisturizer and SPF during the day.
For external use only. When using this product, skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical medication at a time. Keep out of reach of children.
Active: Salicylic Acid 1.5%. Inactive: Water (Aqua), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Citric Acid, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Menthol, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate, Glycerin, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PEG-150 Distearate, Acrylates Copolymer, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glyceryl Stearate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Hydroxide, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzoic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Fragrance (Parfum).
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- Q
What size is this product (How many ounces)?
- Asked by Kitnen
- Official Answer By MuradThe Clarifying Cleanser is 5 oz.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
My son has very sensitive skin and eczema, but has also has acne will this be too harsh on his skin?
- Asked by Gi
- Official Answer By MuradKnowing the skin challenges, I would have your son use the Clarifying Cream Cleanser. It has salicylic acid as well but also has additional hydration. Knowing your son is sensitive, I would advise performing a patch test prior to applying all over.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have a large pump bottle of this that i got at ulta a while ago, is that size not sold any longer?
- Asked by RS
- Official Answer By MuradIt is available on Murad.comWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Will this work on dark acne scars?
- Asked by Tayla
- Official Answer By MuradTo address dark acne scars, you do need a treatment such as the Invisiscar or the Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I've had one unopened for 1.5 yrs. Is it still good?
- Asked by ande
- Official Answer By MuradIt would depend on when it was manufactured. To learn more please visit https://www.murad.com/faq/#expired-productsWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this product contain fragrance?
- Asked by Olivia
- Official Answer By MuradYes, it does have fragrance.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this product contain silicone?
- Asked by Olivia
- Official Answer By MuradNo, it does not.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use this product if I have cystic acne?
- Asked by Clean
- Official Answer By MuradYes, you can indeed.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is it safe to use for a 13 y/o?
- Asked by faye
- Official Answer By MuradYes. Young skin can be sensitive so Dr Murad does advise performing a patch test prior to applying all over.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product good for adult hormonal acne prone skin ?
- Asked by Meee
- Official Answer By MuradIf you have oily skin it is a great option! If you do tend to have more balanced to dry we would recommend the Clarifying Cream Cleanser.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is it normal that my skin feels hot after using it? It also leave my skin red and and hot.
- Asked by Gabrielle
- Official Answer By MuradThat can indicate it may not be the right product for you as you may be sensitive to one of it's ingredients.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use the Acne Control Clarifying Cleanser by itself?
- Asked by ka
- Official Answer By MuradYes, you can indeed.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I started using the clarifying cleanser also by murad but I can I do the invisiscar as well ? And should I do it after or before the clarifying cleanser ?
- Asked by Carlos
- Official Answer By MuradYou want to cleanse your skin first and pat dry. Then apply your Invisiscar to the areas of concern. Follow with your moisturizer/SPF.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this help eliminate blackheads on my nose
- Asked by Kim
- Official Answer By MuradThe best thing for blackheads is exfoliation. While salicylic acid does help to exfoliate the pores you want a treatment that contains glycolic acid. That helps keep the pores clear from dead skin cells.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Would this product work well as a daily cleanser to treat closed comedones ?
- Asked by Amanda
- Official Answer By MuradYes, the cleanser helps dissolve excess oil, purify pores, clear existing blemishes and prevent future breakouts. Murad’s Clarifying Cleanser is formulated with two types of salicylic acid—a free form that starts treating immediately and an encapsulated form that continues treating even after rinsing. We suggest the Outsmart Acne Clarifying Treatment be used as your 2nd Step to help reduce acne. Follow with Oil and Pore Control Mattifier SPF 45 | PA++++ during the day, and Skin Perfecting Lotion at night.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is it normal that my skin feels hot after using it? It also leave my skin red and and hot.
- Asked by Gabrielle
- Official Answer By MuradThat can indicate it may not be the right product for you as you may be sensitive to one of it's ingredients.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use the Acne Control Clarifying Cleanser by itself?
- Asked by ka
- Official Answer By MuradYes, you can indeed.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I started using the clarifying cleanser also by murad but I can I do the invisiscar as well ? And should I do it after or before the clarifying cleanser ?
- Asked by Carlos
- Official Answer By MuradYou want to cleanse your skin first and pat dry. Then apply your Invisiscar to the areas of concern. Follow with your moisturizer/SPF.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this help eliminate blackheads on my nose
- Asked by Kim
- Official Answer By MuradThe best thing for blackheads is exfoliation. While salicylic acid does help to exfoliate the pores you want a treatment that contains glycolic acid. That helps keep the pores clear from dead skin cells.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Would this product work well as a daily cleanser to treat closed comedones ?
- Asked by Amanda
- Official Answer By MuradYes, the cleanser helps dissolve excess oil, purify pores, clear existing blemishes and prevent future breakouts. Murad’s Clarifying Cleanser is formulated with two types of salicylic acid—a free form that starts treating immediately and an encapsulated form that continues treating even after rinsing. We suggest the Outsmart Acne Clarifying Treatment be used as your 2nd Step to help reduce acne. Follow with Oil and Pore Control Mattifier SPF 45 | PA++++ during the day, and Skin Perfecting Lotion at night.Was this answer helpful to you
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I used this product for 5-6 weeks and my face got worse, but finally I figured it out. Treat this cleanser like medicine, use it morning and night, rub it on your face and count to at least 20 while you do so. My theory is this: it's kinda like when you take antibiotics, but not all of them, you ki...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Not as good as it use to be
I have been using this cleanser by Murad for many years. About a year ago, they changed the formula. It is now seems to be more watery than the version before it, you have to use more of it than before. I think that it's an expensive product as it it, and for them to change the formula so that one n...
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obsessed
i have struggled with cystic hormonal acne since middle school, im a sophomore in college. i have tried countless amounts of face washes for consistent anounts of time, but nothing has truly worked for me. my breakouts are mostly on my chin and cheeks, which flare up mainly around my period. i bought this product on a whim, and i couldnt be happier that i did. my face didnt purge terribly, but it took time for me to notice a difference (of course). i still have scarring to clear up, but thats a work in progress. this product feels so incredibly refreshing on my face and i feel so clean after using it. i would recommend this cleanser over and over again!
the best face wash ever
For months ive struggled with my acne. I work in a kitchen in front of a fryer so my skin has definitely faced the consequences. I have tried so many face washes, serums, ect. but this face wash has finally made my skin the clearest its been in years!!!
Glad I got it on sale
I have oily skin. When I saw this on aale, I decided to get it. I used about half the bottle. It's very thick, doesnt smell good, and dries my skin out. It also did nothing for my redness. It went in the garbage. Dont waste your money
Only Cleaner I Trust
Been using this cleanser for probably about 3 years now, and it always leaves my skin feeling clean and fresh. I will say if you have dry skin, maybe avoid this product
Murad Acne Cleanser
I never have written a review but i would like to let those know who might face similar issues. I have oily, acne prone, not so sensitive but depends on my diet. I would use this in the mornings and was trying to figure out why my eyes would get so watery. To preface, i dont rub the cleanser around my eyes and i use an eye cream at night. I used my other cleanser and i was fine. Ill use up the rest of this cleanser on my body but i wouldnt suggest on your face. It has a nice cooler affect which some people would think it feels more burning. My skin loves salicylic acid but i think its the tea tree oil and parfum being the last ingredient on the list that could be burning eyes. Hope this helps!