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Murad skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Murad is an American skincare brand founded in 1989 and owned by Unilever since 2015.

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Murad is beloved for its thoughtful range of serums, moisturizers, cleansers, eye products, and more, which thoughtfully blend hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin. Its products suit oily acne-prone skin and oily skin best, offering targeted relief for everyday concerns. The standout products for particular concerns include the AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser for acne-prone skin, the Rapid Resurfacing Peel for skin with dark spots, and the Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment for mature skin. Through its key ingredients, the brand delivers proven results, as hyaluronic acid lengthens the duration of wrinkle reduction and glycerin significantly increases skin hydration while restoring barrier function.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

This page covers some of the most popular Murad products; for the whole Murad range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

Murad serums and treatments

Murad moisturizers

People Say

★4.4Overall rating based on 17.5k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Murad for effective anti-aging results, brightening the complexion, and improving skin texture. The most common complaints are high price points and causing dryness or irritation.

Highlights

  • Hydrating and luxurious moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
    • “gentle enough to use every night — Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream”
    • “sinks in easily without leaving any residue — Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream”
    • “skin is replete with moisture — Intense Recovery Cream”
  • Improving skin texture and smoothness Often Mentioned
    • “leaves my skin smooth — AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser”
    • “skin feels smooth and soft — Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment”
    • “Smoother skin — Retinol Youth Renewal Serum”
  • Brightening and fading dark spots Often Mentioned
    • “instant glow — Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum”
    • “brighter skin — Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum”
    • “dark spots are fading — Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum”
  • Gentle, non-irritating serums Often Mentioned
    • “Good for beginners — Retinol Youth Renewal Serum”
    • “no tingling or redness — Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment”
    • “safe for sensitive skin — InvisiScar Resurfacing Treatment”
  • Immediate blurring and makeup base benefits Often Mentioned
    • “blurs the pores — Targeted Pore Corrector”
    • “blurs imperfections immediately — InvisiScar Resurfacing Treatment”
    • “smooth canvas — Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum”
  • Lightweight and hydrating formulas Sometimes Noted
    • “Feather-light formula — Multi-Vitamin Infusion Oil”
    • “absorbs quickly — Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum”
    • “leaves skin hydrated and soft — Retinal ReSculpt Body Treatment”
  • High price Mostly Mentioned
    • “bottle is very little — InvisiScar Resurfacing Treatment”
    • “Very expensive — Retinol Youth Renewal Serum”
    • “too expensive for the amount — Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment”
  • Packaging and pump issues Sometimes Noted
    • “bottle looks big but holds little — Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment”
    • “terrible dispenser — InvisiScar Resurfacing Treatment”
    • “pump dispenses unevenly — Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum”
  • Ineffective or slow results Sometimes Noted
    • “takes 8 weeks to work — InvisiScar Resurfacing Treatment”
    • “didn't work — Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum”
    • “no difference — Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector”
  • Unpleasant or strong scent Sometimes Noted
    • “Floral scent — Retinol Youth Renewal Serum”
    • “get rid of the strong perfume — Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream”
    • “Strong herbal scent — Multi-Vitamin Infusion Oil”
  • Causes breakouts or purging Sometimes Noted
    • “caused breakouts and cystic acne — Clarifying Cleanser”
    • “burnt my face — AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser”
    • “Caused purging — Retinol Youth Renewal Serum”

Sources: lovi.care, dermstore.com, lovelyskin.com, sephora.co.uk, sephora.com.au, ulta.com, and more

Other Murad products

Questions and answers

Is Murad good for oily skin?

Yes, Murad is good for oily skin as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention that the formulas help improve skin texture and reduce oiliness, though some users note potential purging or breakouts.

Is Murad worth it?

Deciding if Murad is worth it depends on personal preference, as reviewers frequently mention high prices alongside the benefits of hydrating moisturizers and smoother skin. Lovi rates the Murad-focused routine High for dry skin and Superior for oily and combination skin. Shoppers should note that some Murad products on this page contain fragrance, while others do not.

What are Murad's best products?

Murad's best products depend on the skin type, with oily and combination skin seeing a Superior fit for several targeted options. For example, Rapid Resurfacing Peel and AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser reach a Superior fit for oily skin.

Which Murad moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Lovi rates the Cellular Hydration Repair Serum best for dry skin among the Murad moisturizers on this page, alongside the Multi-Vitamin Infusion Oil and Intense Recovery Cream, which also rate High. These moisturizers help nourish and hydrate dry skin.

Drug Delivery, 2017Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Does Murad cause breakouts?

Murad is unlikely to cause breakouts, though reviewers sometimes note occasional purging or breakouts from certain products. The brand offers options like the Cellular Hydration Repair Serum and Targeted Pore Corrector that help care for acne-prone skin.

Is Murad fragrance-free?

No, some of the Murad products on this page contain fragrance while others do not. Specifically, 9 out of 21 products on this page list no fragrance.

What are the key ingredients in Murad products?

The key ingredients found across the Murad products include vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, glycolic acid, and salicylic acid. These components help provide hydration, exfoliation, and brightening effects for the skin.

Drug Delivery, 2017Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

How do I build a Murad skincare routine?

To build a Murad routine for dry skin, start your morning with Essential-C Cleanser, follow with Intense Recovery Cream, and finish with a sunscreen. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, the Essential-C Cleanser, a cleansing toner, AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser, and Intense Recovery Cream. Once a week, add a pre-cleanser, the Essential-C Cleanser, an enzyme powder, a nourishing mask, AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser, and Intense Recovery Cream.

Where can I buy Murad, and how much does it cost?

Murad products on this page are available at stores in Saudi Arabia. Prices range from SAR 66.95 to SAR 499.99, with most items falling between SAR 206.80 and SAR 347.76.

What are good alternatives to Murad?

CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are good alternatives to Murad. Reviewers note that Murad products can carry a high price, so these alternative brands may provide similar skincare benefits with different pricing options.

Murad vs CeraVe: which is better?

Lovi rates CeraVe-focused routine as Superior for dry skin, whereas the Murad-focused routine is High. For sensitive skin, CeraVe is rated Superior and Murad is High. Both brands rate Superior for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin.

Who owns Murad, and where is it from?

Murad is an American brand founded in 1989, owned by Unilever since 2015.

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Is Murad cruelty-free?

Yes: PETA lists Murad as cruelty-free.

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Is Murad good for dry skin?

Yes, Murad is good for dry skin because Lovi rates the Murad-focused routine High for dry skin. Reviewers often note that the products provide hydrating and luxurious moisturizers.

Which Murad cleanser is best for oily skin?

Lovi rates the Clarifying Cleanser as the best Murad cleanser for oily skin, followed by the Essential-C Cleanser. Both cleansers have an Average fit for oily skin.

Is Murad good for sensitive skin?

Lovi rates Murad High for sensitive skin. Some Murad products on this page help improve skin texture, but reviewers sometimes note breakouts or purging.

Is Murad good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, Murad is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the Murad-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention that its serums help gently smooth and clear the skin.

Is Murad good for skin with dark spots?

Yes, Murad is good for skin with dark spots because several of its targeted treatments help brighten the skin and fade discoloration. Lovi rates the Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum High for skin with dark spots.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

Is Murad good for mature skin?

Yes, Murad is good for mature skin, with Lovi rating several of its targeted treatments and moisturizers High for this skin type. Reviewers often mention that these products help improve skin texture and smoothness. Additionally, ingredients like retinol may stimulate collagen accumulation in naturally aged skin.

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Research behind Murad's key ingredients

Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its 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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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