Murad Targeted Pore Corrector for oily skin
Hyaluronic Acid
Squalane
Curcuma Kwangsiensis Extract
Lactic Acid
GlycerinHigh
- SuperiorOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for oily skin; a few serums fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Excellent suitability for your oily skin is provided by Curcuma Kwangsiensis Extract and Curcuma Wenyujin Extract, which offer seboregulation and anti-inflammatory action to help manage oiliness.
- The high concentrations of lactic acid and hyaluronic acid offer excellent pore correction and hydration, supporting your skin's overall health.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but right before your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before applying the next product.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive and you want to target oily shine. This helps control excess oil throughout the night.
- Avoid the delicate eye area and do a patch test before using the serum for the very first time.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 400+ reviewsUsers report this product effectively blurs pores and smooths skin texture immediately, acting as a primer for a flawless makeup base and mattifying the T-zone. While many appreciate its instant cosmetic effects, some note that the pore-minimizing benefits are temporary and not a long-term solution.
Highlights
Instant pore blurring Mostly Mentioned
- “blurs the pores”
- “pore reduction instantly”
- “open pore blending in”
Smooth texture Often Mentioned
- “lightweight formula”
- “absorbs quickly”
- “satin-cream texture”
Expensive for size Often Mentioned
- “expensive”
- “pricey”
- “tiny tube”
Good makeup base Sometimes Noted
- “lays well under makeup”
- “improves wear of makeup”
- “smooth base”
Precise applicator Sometimes Noted
- “loved the applicator”
- “easy application”
- “smooth applicator”
Temporary results Sometimes Noted
- “didn't notice huge changes”
- “results didn't last all day”
- “temporary fix”
Not effective for all Rarely Noted
- “didn't work”
- “no difference”
- “little iffy about results”
Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
- “strong smell”
- “smell is the only thing I don't like”
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Questions and answers
What makes Murad Targeted Pore Corrector a great fit for oily skin?
Murad Targeted Pore Corrector is a great fit for your oily skin because turmeric extracts help manage oiliness while lactic acid and hyaluronic acid offer excellent pore correction and hydration. It is very safe and unlikely to cause irritation.
Which ingredients make this treatment a good fit for oily skin?
This treatment is a great fit for your oily skin because of turmeric extracts that help manage oiliness and calm the skin. Additionally, lactic acid and hyaluronic acid provide excellent pore correction and hydration without irritation.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps oily skin by reducing extra oil and sebum production without causing irritation. Clinical studies show it successfully balances oil levels while keeping the skin comfortable.
What does Squalane do for oily skin?
Squalane helps keep oily skin soft and smooth without feeling heavy, though oxidized forms may sometimes trigger irritation. To work well for oily skin, this type of product needs lightweight, non-clogging ingredients that balance moisture without adding excess grease.
Where does this treatment go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This treatment goes in your evening routine, applied after your cleansing toner and before your moisturizer. Putting it in the evening keeps things simple and helps avoid any extra sensitivity around sun exposure.
Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment with retinol by applying the treatment first and following with your retinol, or by using them on alternating nights to keep your skin calm. This helps you manage oiliness and clear pores while avoiding extra irritation.
How often should I use it?
You can use this treatment in the evening as part of your weekly routine to start, applying it once a week. If your oily skin tolerates it well and shows good results, you may carefully use it more often.
Can this treatment clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This treatment is unlikely to clog pores, cause breakouts, or lead to purging for oily skin. It has a very safe profile and contains ingredients that help manage oiliness and clear pores without harsh effects.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
Curcumin-loaded hyalurosomes improved skin deposition, protected human keratinocytes from oxidative stress, promoted tissue remodeling, and counteracted TPA-produced inflammation and injuries compared to liposomes.
Biomaterials, 2015Topical application of curcumin or turmeric treats various skin conditions by leveraging antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2023Encapsulating curcumin in lipid nanocarriers enhanced its stability, antioxidant efficacy, gene expression of key antioxidant markers, and skin penetration in human dermal fibroblasts and skin models compared to unformulated curcumin.
Pharmaceutics, 2025Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Optimized transfersomes loaded with epigallocatechin-3-gallate and hyaluronic acid increased cell viability while reducing lipid peroxidation, intracellular ROS, and MMP expression in HaCaT cells, and exhibited higher skin permeation and deposition compared to plain EGCG.
Drug Delivery, 2017Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Squalane at 0.005-0.015% counteracts UVA-induced oxidative stress, inflammation, and collagen metabolism inhibition while stimulating fibroblast migration in human dermal fibroblasts.
Molecules, 2025Plant-derived squalane protected human dermal fibroblasts against UVA-induced damage by counteracting ROS formation, suppressing apoptosis-related proteins p53, caspase-3, caspase-9, and PARP, and restoring the pro-survival p-Akt/mTOR pathway.
Antioxidants, 2025Topical formulations of curcumin target oxidative damage and inflammation to improve wound healing in animal models.
Drug Discovery Today, 2017A curcumin-loaded spanlastic anti-aging gel utilizing formula F5 incorporated into 2% HPMC E50 demonstrated sustained release action, compatibility, and the ability to penetrate skin layers to a depth of about 112.5 um without signs of irritation.
Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2024Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001
Ingredients
Water, Polysilicone-11, Squalane, Propanediol, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Cetyl Alcohol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Curcuma Kwangsiensis Extract, Curcuma Wenyujin Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Glycine Soja Extract, Soybean Extract, Germ Extract, Lysine, Proline, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Lactic Acid, Mannose, Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Mannose Phosphate, Laureth-12, Barium Sulfate, Xanthan Gum, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Carbonate, Leuconostoc Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Lauric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Dehydroacetic Acid, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Sorbate
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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