Murad Clarifying Cream Cleanser 5 fl oz

Benefits of Murad Clarifying Cream Cleanser

• Treats existing blemishes and helps prevent new breakouts with time-release salicylic acid
• Maintains skin hydration and softness—so skin doesn’t feel tight or stripped
• Controls excess oil and shine via sesame seed and fruit extracts, creating a cleaner-looking complexion

What you'll notice:

• Skin feels clean yet comfortable, not dry or taut.
• Visible pores and texture appear refined over time.
• Your complexion looks calmer, more balanced, and less reactive to breakout triggers.

Clinical Results:

• Encapsulated salicylic acid releases clearing agents for up to 8 hours after rinse-off. 

Murad formulation data, 2025.

How To Use Murad Clarifying Cream Cleanser

1. Massage a small amount over dampened face and neck morning and/or evening.
2. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and pat skin dry.
3. Follow with your Murad treatment serum and moisturiser as part of your clearing skincare routine.

Pro Tip (from estheticians): If your skin is sensitised, start using once daily and follow with a hydrating, non-comedogenic cream to support the skin barrier. Gradually increase to twice daily use as tolerated.

Murad Clarifying Cream Cleanser Ingredients

CLINICALLY TESTED / KEY INGREDIENTS

Encapsulated Salicylic Acid: Delivers acne-treatment activity both immediately and for up to 8 hours post-rinse to help clear and prevent breakouts. 

Hyaluronic Acid + Amino Acid Blend: Mimics skin’s natural moisturizing factors to help retain hydration, smooth texture and support barrier comfort. 

Sesame Seed & Fruit Extracts: Help regulate shine, soothe the skin and provide a comfort-able cleanse experience. 

INGREDIENTS

Active Ingredient: Salicylic Acid 0.5%
Inactive Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Glyceryl Stearate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Stearic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocoglycerides, Saccharide Isomerate, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium PCA, Betaine, Glycine, Alanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Arginine, Lysine HCl, Glutamic Acid, Zinc Gluconate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Beta-Sitosterol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Sodium Lactate, Hyaluronic Acid, PCA, Menthol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Myristic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance (Parfum)

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FAQs

Can I use this while pregnant or nursing?
The brand does not provide explicit guidance for use during pregnancy or nursing—please consult your physician.

Can I use this with retinol/retinal/acid exfoliants?
This product already includes active salicylic acid; if layering additional acids or retinoids, ensure your skin tolerates it well and monitor for sensitivity.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes—formulated for balanced to dry and combination skin with blemish concerns. If you have very sensitive skin, start with once-daily use and follow with a gentle hydrator. 

How long until I see results?
The time-release salicylic acid technology supports clearing benefits for up to 8 hours after rinse-off. Visible smoother texture and reduced shine may be noticed with consistent use. 

Can I use it around the eyes?
The brand does not list the eye area as a target. Avoid direct contact with the eye area and rinse thoroughly if contact occurs.

Storage and shelf life?
No specific shelf-life details are provided on the brand page; store in a cool, dry place, tightly closed.

People Also Ask

Is Murad Clarifying Cream Cleanser good for acne-prone skin?
Yes—its encapsulated salicylic acid is designed to target breakouts and blackheads, while the creamy texture supports hydration rather than over-drying. 

Can you use Murad Clarifying Cream Cleanser every day?
Yes—it can be used morning and/or evening on damp skin, though if your skin is sensitive it’s prudent to start once daily. 

Does Murad Clarifying Cream Cleanser work under makeup?
Yes—the creamy, non-foaming formula leaves skin clean and comfortable, creating a smooth base for follow-up skincare and makeup.

How long does a bottle of Murad Clarifying Cream Cleanser last?
Usage depends on frequency and amount used; for typical use morning and night a 6.75 fl oz size may last several weeks to ~1 month.

Is Murad Clarifying Cream Cleanser fragrance-free / oil-free?
It is not fragrance-free (contains parfum) and includes oils/extracts (e.g., sesame seed oil) though it is formulated for blemish-prone skin without heavy dryness.