Product Reviews Rated 4.71 out of 5 stars
196 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review Favorite Murad Moistruizer I love this moisturizer! I got a deluxe sample recently and was hesitant to use it when I opened the sample jar. The consistency looked dried out and old. I thought I had gotten a bad sample batch but boy was I wrong! This is a very thick and rich consistency moisturizer. It scoops out like a cleansing balm but rubs into the skin so luxuriously and beautifully. My skin felt hydrated and glowing! I plan to buy the full size as soon as I finish up the moisturizers I am using now. The Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Moisturizer is my current night routine go-to and the Tatcha Dewy Skin Moisturizer is what I use in the day time. The Murad Intense Recovery cream will be my next day and night cream. :)
Most Helpful Critical Review Decent moisturizer, high price I received this to try for my honest review of the product. I was very excited to try the Murad Intense Recovery Cream because I have heard great things about the Murad brand. However, I was slightly disappointed in my results. The product is good but the hydration didn't blow me away or work any miracles. The cream is lightweight and does go on smoothly but it wasn't any better than my normal moisturizer for a way less price. Overall, does it work to moisturize? Yes, but not any better than my usual moisturizer. The results just don't justify the price in my opinion and I wouldn't purchase this product again.
Reviewed by 196 customers I would not buy this again… 1
G from Bothell, EA
I use all kinds of Murad products and thought I would switch up my moisturizer. I got it home and it was like a little brick in the jar, I had to try to scrape some out with my fingernail. I did an online chat with Murad and they said it is supposed to be a "gel-like" consistency. I returned it.
I would not buy this product again 1
Jacque from Covington, GA
It is supposed to be a cream, but it is so hard that I can't get any out of the jar.
Soooooo good 5
Arisleyda from NY
Ny skin type is normal, but during the winter I get so dry and I gave this a try since I saw Karen (iluvsarahii) talk about and OMG AMAZING!! You're skin feels it right away!! This is worth the price.
Not Sure 4
MEO from Warner Robins Ga
I use nightly and my skin is soft and my redness is not quit as bad. But the balm cream is hard I had to buy makeup spatula to remove the balm. Then I have to run between my fingers so it will melt into skin with out rubbing my cheeks so hard. The picture shows it is thick but a little creamer. Mine was not like the picture
Very Intense, Amazing moisturizer 5
MMCfor3 from Cali
I have oily, acne prone but also sensitive skin. This cream is amazing to not only moisturize my skin but it also calms and restores my skins barrier. I only use at nighttime because it's very thick and has an oily texture once absorbed into skin. Pricey but worth it. Probably great for people with rosecea!
LOVE 5
AnnesFam from NYC
It's so tough to find products that work for my dry, sensitive skin without stinging or just not doing the job. This cream is exactly what I've been looking for: soothing, moisturizing, nourishing. I use it morning and night. Highly recommend.
Intense Recovery is right!!! 5
Micha from NC
What a beautiful cream. Expensive but worth it. If you have troubled skin/damaged barrier, this is great. This is a holy grail.
What does BTS say? SMOOTH LIKE BUTTER 5
Amazing cream from Colorado
Do you have dry sensitive skin? Buy this!
Also, to the people saying it pills, please keep in mind to put your serums/oils on BEFORE your moisturizer. I wait a few minutes after I put on TO Azecial acid to apply this. I've noticed my redness go down and cystic acne reduce. Buy this!!
Worked Right Away 5
Em from Philadelphia, PA
I had a serious hormonal break out on my chin. I'm talking the entire thing was filled with white heads. Well like the smart lady I am I decided to use a ton of acne treatments to clear this break out. Although I did clear the break out I also took half the skin off of my face.
I was a dry patch disaster and skin was just flaking off of me. I found a sample of this in my make up organizer and slapped it on. Within 2 uses I had no more dry patches or flakes. I'm using it at night right now to recover the damage I did. Hopefully I'm all good in a few days because it's my birthday 😩
Works as Promised! 5
MM Jo from Tampa, Fl
I love Murad and have been using some of its products as part of my daily skincare rotation. It's Intense Recover Cream provides good hydration to my dry skin. Living in the tropics leave my skin exposed to sun, so I need intense hydration. Love it's texture and feel on my skin too, not too greasy. Overall, I'm keeping this as part of my skincare must-haves!
Here is the cure for your sensitive dry skin! 5
michele from maryland
I use the product definitely at night and sometimes in the morning. This is the first cream that has worked with my very sensitive skin and eczema. A miracle for my morale and appearance!
The best moisturizer I've ever tried 5
AH from STP
I received a free small sample. This is the best consistency for my dry skin 🙌 just wish it was more affordable
Thick but amazingly effective 5
Kass from Texas
I got a small jar of this in one of those skin care sampler packs. It is AMAZING for my very dry skin. I hesitate to call it a cream, it's the consistency of a balm and melts beautifully into skin. I use it at night and a tiny bit goes forever and ever. It's a little greasy for daytime use except in winter maybe. But it's the best night cream I've ever used.
A must for aging skin 5
Sommer from California
I have used this nightly for the past several weeks and purchased my second jar to ensure I don't run out. Younger skin, save your money, you don't need this--but if you are experiencing a loss of elasticity or plumpness, I would highly recommend. It is thick, so I don't use it during the day, but I apply it liberally at night, with a focus on my neck and chest, and around the eyes. So much moisture! Skin feels amazing in the morning, more suppleness and a teeny bit firmer--works great on those vertical chest lines. May not be for everyone, but for a 52 year old in the sun a lot, I rate this currently my favorite product (and I try everything!)
Soothing Balm 4
Denver from Colorado
I received a sample of this in an Ulta gift. It's very pleasant to use. The photo depicts a consistency that does not match the product I received. My sample is like a balm consistency. It feels wonderful on the eye area.
I would buy this again. 5
Cherr from Klamath Falls oregon
Best moisturizer I have found yet
NO w/ Oily Skin 3
SkinCare Guru from Kansas City
This product is very hydrating. I would recommend maybe for the winter months for someone who has oily skin, but this isn't an every day use for oily skin. Within hours you will be gleaming of shine and oil. I think it would go best for sensitive or dry skin. Or maybe even the summer days out in the beach or pool which is when an oily person's skin may get dehydrated.
So much love 5
Alyxdarcy from Kennewick, WA
This is amazing. I took another reviewers suggestion and combined it with Revitalixer Recovery Serum. Dear goodness me, the combo is unstoppable. My face is clear, hydrated, soft, and the lines around my eyes are fading. I couldn't be more pleased
Intense Moisturizer 5
Laura E. from North Carolina
I have been using this sparingly the past few days to counteract the dryness/flakiness I am experiencing as a result of my recently started Retinol regimen. It is not greasy at all and absorbs nicely. There is a very slight hint of scent, but it is very minimal; if you don't appreciate scent in your beauty products I think you will be fine with this. The only con I could think of was price. However, the product is very concentrated so a little goes a long way.
Intense Recovery Cream 5
lswishahouse from Virginia
I use this day and night. A small amount during the day goes a long way but does not increase oiliness. It makes my skin look hydrated, refreshed and reduces redness. It works great with my other skincare products and works well with my makeup. Will repurchase!
Don't like it, I need to return it 1
D from La mesas
It's like paste
Very moisturizing 4
Mabel from Oregon
Works very well to add moisture. I'd compare the consistency to a stick of butter left on the counter all night. And a little goes a long way. I do like the effect, however when used around my eyes I developed eye allergies. (Odd). And it left my skin all over with a light greasy/tacky feeling all day. And I have the driest of skin! I however won't buy again, too greasy and too expensive. But probably works great on others.
I love this so much! 5
BDUBYA75 from Oklahoma
I received this as a sample in two Murad orders from January. I have been using the two sample jars for about four weeks now and I woke up one day and realized my cystic chin acne was gone. I didn't expect to fall in love with this. I was using regenerist and stopped to test this out along with the Murad recovery serum, and the combo has left my skin feeling so smooth and so healthy. I just ordered my first full size. No regrets. I am in love!
Greatest 5
Goofybev from Colorado
I absolutely love this I have already went out and bought more! Buy this you will not regret it!
Love it! 5
Curly from Arkansas
After just one use I noticed a difference in my complexion. After 2 uses it started clearing up acne spots. A little goes a long way. I love Murad! The lines under my eyes are already starting to fade and I've not used it a whole week yet. My skin glows and I never break out when using their products. This well not disappoint. My skin is velvet soft.