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Summary
Murad's Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum visibly brightens skin and fades dark spots in 7 days, while smoothing skin texture for even-looking skin.
Benefits
- Visibly brightens skin and fades dark spots in 7 days*
- Helps prevent future dark spots for a brighter, more even-toned complexion
- Smooths fine lines and wrinkles over time
- Exfoliates dull skin to smooth texture and boost skincare benefits
- For all skin types and tones
Key Ingredients
- Patented Resorcinol Technology: exclusive to Murad, visibly reduces intensity of dark spots to brighten and even skin tone
- Tranexamic Acid: exfoliates to remove dull skin and helps prevent future dark spots
- Glycolic Acid: exfoliates to visibly brighten dull skin and improve the look of skin texture
- Hexapeptide-2: visibly smooths fine lines and wrinkles to support the look of collagen-rich skin
Research Results
- In 7 days: clinically proven to improve the look of dark spots
- In 14 days:
- 91% saw brighter skin*
- 94% saw smoother skin*
- 89% saw a more radiant glow*
- In 28 days:
- Visibly reduces wrinkles and improves skin texture for smoother skin*
- Clinically proven to improve the look of dark spots on deep skin tones*
- *Results based on expert grading, instrumental measurements, and participant self-assessment from a 4-week clinical study with 35 participants, Fitzpatrick skin types 2-6. With Murad regimen.
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Use AM and PM. After cleansing, massage evenly over face and neck. Follow with a moisturizer. Use a sunscreen during the day.
Reduce frequency if sensitivity occurs.
Water/Aqua/Eau, Alcohol, Glycolic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth-20, Tranexamic Acid, 4-Ethylresorcinol, Hexapeptide-2, Rice Amino Acids, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Zinc Gluconate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Sulfite, Sodium Hydroxide, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polyquaternium-4, Disodium EDTA, Denatonium Benzoate, t-Butyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Citronellol, Linalool, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Geranyl Acetate, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Fragrance (Parfum)
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Is this product oil free?
- Asked by DP
- Official Answer By Murad - Sampling + BEIt does have PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil as a solubilizing agent. In simpler terms, it helps dissolve substances that normally don't dissolve well on their own, like mixing oil and water. These agents are commonly used in various applications, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and cleaning products.Was this answer helpful to you
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How many ounces?
- Asked by Xu
- Official Answer By Murad - Sampling + BEThe full retail size is 1 oz.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this product only for face or you can apply in other parts of body?
- Asked by Ness
- Official Answer By Murad - Sampling + BEYou could use it on your hands, back, arms, legs. Just be sure you are using SPF faithfully.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this help with Hyperpigmentation spots on the face and neck?
- Asked by Momma
- Official Answer By Murad - Sampling + BEYes! Just be sure you follow with SPF and reapply to maintain protection and get the best results.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this product help with psoriasis spots on face?
- Asked by Sassy
- Official Answer By Murad - Sampling + BEIf you are wanting to lighten marks after a flair up, yes, it can work. Keep in mind that this product does contain fragrance.Was this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
This is working for my 'melasma mustache'!
This is the 4th product I've tried for my melasma, and it is working! I've noticed about a 75% reduction of my melasma in about 3 months with continued use and copious amounts of sunscreen. My melasma seemed to pop up out of nowhere. I do keep all of the skin on my face quite smooth with a combinati...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Please bring back the original formula!
This new formula is a creamy like substance and doesn't work like the previous clear gel like formula. I have been a loyal user of this product and it was always so amazing. Did exactly what it promised. Cleared my face beautifully from dark spots. It is what I always used to manage my skin discolor...
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Dried skin
This rapid dark spot correcting serum works really well and I noticed visible improvement. Unfortunately, it left my skin red, irritated, and dry. I love the results, but it just didn't agree with my skin.

Works wonderfully smells terrible.
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] this formula is non sticky and almost jelly like. I find it to be extremely effective however, the smell is purely chemical and I can't seem to get past it. From my perspective l, using this product, I recommend using it only at night and making sure that you layer on moisture in the morning as my face felt very dry after.
Amazing for dark spot!
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] Thanks to Murad for sending this Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum in exchange of my honest review.. I have been using this serum for about 3 weeks now and I have seen some amazing improvements in my face definitely helping with my dark spots. I use it everyday at night and it has worked. It doesn't smell strong and its like a sticky watery consistency which I dont mind. It doesn't feel uncomfortable or does any peeling. You're suppose to use it day and night but I only use it at night and it still works great. Always use sunscreen after using this serum! Definitely recommend it for dark spot or hyperpigmentation.

Brightening 🔆
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] So I am 45 and I have experiencing hormonal acne. It has been cause scarring and leaving dark spots. So I was very excited to try this. It's nice and creamy and feels really nice on the skin. It melts into the skin. I also love the smell of it. A very soft light scent. Very pleasant. The packaging is nice and looks expensive. So far so good. What I have noticed so far about it is that it has given my skin some brightening. So far so good! If you struggle with aging skin or struggle with discoloration and dark spots you need to try this!


Attacks dark spots like a boss
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] I love Murad's packaging, it's so sleek and eye pleasing. Of all my skincare the vibrancy of this bottle catches my eye every evening. With that said, I have been using this for a couple weeks now, and I can say that some of my dark spots have most definitely faded. I am really good with sunscreen so fortunately I don't have a lot of spots to contend with. I wanted to post a before and after but just couldn't get the lighting good enough for accuracy. So just take my word for it! The texture is a little tacky, which I feel is better for gripping onto the skin. There is no scent, which doesn't bother me either way. I naturally have dry skin, but didn't notice extra dryness in the areas I used it.
