Murad Clarifying Cleanser 200ml

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Brand	Murad
Product Type	Cleansers
Skincare Type	Cosmeceutical
Size	200ml
Skin Type	Acne And Breakouts

A powerful cleanser with two types of salicylic acid that purifies pores and treats acne, even after rinsing. Murad Clarifying Cleanser helps dissolve excess oil, purify pores, clear existing blemishes and prevent future breakouts. Clarifying Cleanser is formulated with two types of salicylic acid, a free form that starts treating immediately and an encapsulated form that continues treating skin for hours, even after rinsing and well beyond your cleanse because the encapsulated spheres adhere to skin to survive the rinse off. Green tea extract helps soothe inflamed acne stressed skin, while silver citrate provides powerful antibacterial protection to inhibit blemish formation, helping to keep your skin clear.

Suitable for: oily, combination

Skin concerns: acne breakouts, oily skin, large pores, clogged pores.

How to use: use am and pm, Massage over dampened face and neck. Rinse and pat dry. Follow with a Murad sunscreen during the day. At night, follow with Clarifying Oil Free Water Gel.

Beauty Expert Advice: Please be advised our maximum strength cleanser is for active breakouts and extreme oiliness so a patch test is advised. Frequency of use depends on the severity of breakouts and oil. If sensitivity occurs, reduce use to 2-3 times per week (or refrain from using daily).

Achieve clearer, healthier skin without the fuss! Murad Clarifying Cleanser is formulated with two types of salicylic acid to purify pores and treat acne, even after rinsing. Enjoy the feeling of a more even-toned complexion, free from excess oil and blemishes. Get the long-lasting benefits of this powerful cleanser today.

What is salicylic acid and how does it work?

Salicylic acid reduces the severity of acne, helps keep skin clear by preventing formation of new acne and allows skin to heal. There are many factors that contribute to acne, such as excessive oiliness and irregular sloughing of skin cells. When skin cell sloughing is irregular or slow, cells can stick together and not only clog the pores but also host an environment for proliferation of acne causing bacteria. Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that is extremely effective at treating acne because of its ability to penetrate facial oil. It is also a keratolytic, meaning it helps normalize skin cell sloughing to soften, loosen and lift off stubborn layers of skin cells to prevent them from clogging the pore.

Why is a BHA (salicylic acid) better for acne than an AHA (alpha hydroxy acid)?

While both AHAs and BHAs are beneficial in addressing acne because of their exfoliation properties, salicylic acid’s oil-solubility enables it to better penetrate facial oils to loosen and lift off stubborn layers of skin cells and prevent them from clogging the pore.

What makes the encapsulated salicylic acid different than regular salicylic acid?

Clarifying Cleanser is uniquely formulated with two types of salicylic acid, a free form that starts treating immediately and an encapsulated form that treats over time. The encapsulation technology consists of multiple salicylic acid molecules inside specially charged microscopic spheres that adhere to skin, providing continuous salicylic acid treatment for hours, even after rinsing.

Does the encapsulation of salicylic acid mean I’m getting a stronger or weaker percentage of salicylic acid?

The combined percentage of free salicylic acid and encapsulated salicylic acid in Clarifying Cleanser is a combined 1.5%. This is a high percentage that helps address the most problematic acne skin types.

I’m pregnant. Is it ok to use salicylic acid?

We always advise our clients to speak with their doctor about their skincare regimen and product ingredients during their pregnancy.

Do I need to use an SPF if I’m using salicylic acid?

Murad believes everyone should wear an SPF every day, regardless of their skin type or condition. Salicylic acid is thought to make skin more vulnerable to sun damage, and while some studies have conflicting conclusions, the FDA recommends anyone who uses products containing salicylic acid follow with a sunscreen during the day. We recommend using a broad-spectrum SPF.

What’s the difference between salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide?

These are two of the most common acne fighting ingredients on the market, but work on different acne triggers to help clear acne. Salicylic acid is an ideal non physical exfoliant for breakout-prone skin. It is oil soluble, which enables it to penetrate skin to help slough off dirt, dead skin cells and debris that can clog pores, the trigger that instigates acne. Benzoyl peroxide works by killing acne bacteria that forms once the pore has become clogged. However, many people report extreme reactions and sensitivities to benzoyl peroxide. It is not a well-tolerated ingredient, and can cause dryness, peeling, flaking and other forms of skin irritation.

Is it ok to use multiple products containing salicylic acid?

Murad traditionally recommends a complete acne regimen (Cleanse and Tone, Treat, Moisturize) of products that are formulated with salicylic acid. If you are concerned about sensitivity, speak with a doctor about your regimen. You can also ease into treating your skin with salicylic acid so skin has time to adjust.

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