Product Reviews Rated 4.52 out of 5 stars
181 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review Working great for me I've been searching for something to add in my routine for anti-aging and already use Murad cleanser so I decided to give this a shot. I have dry skin with texture and hormonal acne. It doesn't dry out my skin like I feared a product with retinol would. I put it on before bed and in the morning my face doesn't feel greasy or dry and looks radiant. It's not been enough time to notice any long-term affects but I will definitely keep using. You don't have to use much which helps with the price tag.
Most Helpful Critical Review Gentle and a little bit Of a different I'm 27I have some darkening spots from acne Got this have never used a retinol cream. It doesn't say a percentage of retinol. I love it but honestly it's not worth it I barely noticed a difference can't believe how light and non irritating my skin was never flaked and it never dried me out I do want to try something a little stronger.
Reviewed by 181 customers Literally addictive 5
Cassie from New England
I got a trial size in a subscription box, but didn't try it for months. Once it tried it I was blown away. In a couple days my smile lines were almost nonexistent. Not to mention it smells incredible and doesn't give breakouts. Now the only problem is spending the $90 on more. But it's so so worth the price!
Used once and broke me out !! 1
Annie from Oregon
Was so excited to use this and used 1st night. Next day bumps all over my face 😩 I am older but skin is very smooth and no breakouts so was very unhappy
Made me breakout 1
Disappointed from California
I've been using this for about three weeks and I don't see any changes on my wrinkle. The only thing I noticed was that I started to breakout😡😡😡and I never breakout! I expected this to be effective since it's quite pricey but it's horrible! It made my skin dry and breakout! The worst!!!😡😡 not worth the money! No changes and causes breakouts and dry skin.
Good product 5
Jacklyn from Las Vegas, NV
I really like this product. It clears my acne.. I use it every night before bed time.
So far so good 4
Yemily from Cali
Smells AMAZING! Doesn't leave skin feeling tight and sticky, my dry skin absorbed it instantly and I have seen a brighter complexion. I have a tiny sample size but will probably buy the full size once I finish my bottle.
Murad is the best products! 5
Vanna from Owosso Michigan
I use this every am and pm
Horrible dispenser! 1
Denise from Kansas City
I need to bring this back to Ulta asap. The dispenser is horrible. Have used 2 times. It has taken me multiple pumps to get this to even work enough for 1 application. I don't have my receipt but I ordered online. It is going back!!!
It's okay 3
Sarah from San Antonio
I can't use this product every day because it causes me to break out in small little red pimples. I've used it for several months and haven't really noticed much difference. Think I'll try a different brand.
Great 5
Maya from San Antonio
This serum made my face feel good.
Retinol is a must - but there are cheaper alternatives. 4
Elle from Wisconsin
Retinol is seriously a must-have, especially if you are in your late 20's like me. Retinol helps improve your skin's turnover, which can help with acne, help remove pigmentation AND help reduce wrinkles in the future!
I am not sure what the % of Retinol is in this cream (an important factor while buying) but will say it is a lot more gentle than other Retinol products I have tried.
Rated 4 stars because there are cheaper alternatives and you don't know how much retionol is actually in this product, which is critical.
Love! 4
Brittnee from Florida
Love this product!! It's very moisturizing for my face & feels as though the fine lines get smoothed out.
Healthy younger skin 5
Jaded Beautiful from Columbus IN
This ia the first time trying retinol, the Murad Ultra Retinol makes it easy. My skin took about 2 weeks to show ACTUAL visible results. This actually works! I will continue to use it for sure. My skin started having a glow to it that it never had. It was smoother, less texture. Overall a drastic improvement of the appearance of my skin. Absolutely in love with this line!
Worth A Try 3
K. Elizabeth from South Carolina
I think this is the first retinol serum that I've tried that hasn't left me with a chemical burn. For that reason alone I think this product is worth a try. It's definitely safe for those of us with sensitive skin. I did notice improvements in terms of reduction of fine lines especially on my forehead and around my mouth. My skin did feel smoother and looked healthier overall.
I didn't see much change however in terms of this product evening out my skin tone. Besides that I liked this product. I absolutely LOVE the packaging. Also, I love that the lids snap on and stay on. I've had issues with other products with flimsy lids that popped off and end up with product everywhere. Also, I think the snugness of the lid helps to make it a little harder for little hands to work to get into this but still easy for adults to open.
Easy to use 3
drummerchic1 from KY
This product goes on smooth and I like the pump as it makes it easy and less clean up. Its not greasy or oily. Used for about a week and didn't really notice much difference. Maybe if used for a longer period of time. I'm going to keep using it in hopes I see results. It does leave my face feeling nice and fresh. Left feeling refreshed all day but seemed just like a basic lotion so far
Yess 5
Kayla from MA
This serum is great I use it at night and it truly helps my under eyes and doesn't leave my skin greasy or oily.
Great for Skin Regimen 5
Kelsee from OKC
This product really helped with fine lines and keeping my face moisturized. I would recommend pairing it with the other 2 part system to get the full effect. A small amount goes a long way!
It is doing what I expect 5
CathyM from NC
This product was sold as a club and send automatically. But it is a good product
Serum heaven!! 5
Krysta from Phoenix
I have severe desert like skin due to multiple autoimmune diseases and medication. This has brought my skin back to normal!! The texture is so smooth and really brightens my skin! I am in love!
nice feel, don't love the smell 3
ajd from Brooklyn, NY
I love the feel of this. Goes on very smooth, absorbs quickly, but I can't stand the smell. I will keep using it to see more results, but not loving it so far.
Just ok 3
Cece F from Chesapeake Virginia
Okay product. Really didn't wow me.
Serum 5
Al from Mass
This serum is by far the best serum I have used. It blends in real well and it does not leave with an oily face like others I have tried in the past. It has made my face so soft and fresh looking.
Silky Smooth 5
Sam S from Miami
I love this product. Feels silky smooth. Leaves my skin fresh and renewed.
restoring youth one application at a time! 4
alaurenb22 from WV
serums have become a part of my daily skincare routine and i sometimes find the results i'm after aren't delivered... well that is definitely not the case with this serum from Murad! i can feel my skin getting younger with each application! i loved the thicker, more creamy consistency vs. your typical water reminiscent serums. i found i needed less product to cover my skin which means a longer shelf life! i also loved how quickly this was absorbed and the soft base it created. absolutely obsessed!
Youthful Eyes 5
Shinobree from Chicago
I naturally wake up with puffy eyes and sometimes it's takes hours for them to go down (which is not a good look). I applied Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Eye Serum faithfully before I went to bed and I could see a major difference in the puffiness of my eyes.
Before, my puffiness level was 10 and now it's at 2. I love how these serum is easy to apply (like a medium thick lotion). There is so lingering scent. And it does not irritate my skin.
Murad Skincare - Retinol & Resurgence Review 4
Moscato Is My Mantra from Pittsburgh, PA
Overall: High end, quality retinol serum product, very popular and admired brand. It's a nice option for a simple 3-step nighttime care kit. Light and easy to layer together, not greasy.
Packaging: great to have the pump container keeping the product away from light and air.
Ingredients: Overall this does not have the cleanest ingredients, very strong chemicals in here. Very potent, but not the most gentle option on the market for sensitive skin. The retinol is a newer formula, not the barebones formulas that are known for irritation. Although I still had a noticeable, flakey dry spot under my eyebrow. This is known to happen with retinol.
Fragrance ingredients aren't the best for sensitive skins. Small amounts of very volatile, synthetic environmentally toxic ingredients. Shea & other ingredients are there for antioxidants and to help moisturize.
Cruelty free!
Results: I have been using for about 5 weeks. I haven't seen dramatic results yet, but ingredients list leads me to be confident that I will around week 12. This product is known to take 12 weeks or more to really see effect set in. Which is expected as retinol, essentially gentler formulas, are known to take this long to see results.
