Clarifying Cleanser

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Clarifying Cleanser is a purifying gel cleanser that helps dissolve excess oils and impurities while treating and preventing blemishes. Result? Clean pores and improve skin’s overall appearance.

This unmatched formula contains Salicylic Acid that reduces the severity of blemishes and helps keep skin clear by preventing new ones. Further enriched with Green Tea extract to help soothe and calm irritation for clear, healthier-looking skin.

This is the ultimate first step for cleaner skin. Use in your daily clearing skincare routine to prepare skin for treatment.
SKU: 81135
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Continuous Treatment for Breakouts Well Beyond Rinse-Off

Details

The ultimate blemish gel cleanser that helps dissolve excess oil, purify pores, clear existing blemishes and prevent future breakouts. Formulated with two types of salicylic acid—a free form that starts treating immediately and an encapsulated form that continues treating even after rinsing. Green tea extract helps soothe and calm irritation for healthier-looking skin.

In a 3-day clinical study, 97% said it dissolves excess oil, 94% said it deeply cleanses skin, 88% said it improves skin’s overall appearance and 85% said it leaves pores feeling clean of impurities. Caution: 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). For further advice contact our customer services team.

Which skin type is it good for?
  • Oily·
  • Combination·
  • Balanced
Ingredients

Expert, science-backed ingredients and patented technologies

HOW-TO

To Use: AM and PM

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DOCTOR'S NOTE

The salicylic acid in Clarifying Cleanser continues to treat well beyond your cleanse because we encapsulated it in spheres that adhere to skin to survive rinse off.

Overall rating: 4.275 / 5 from 80 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The NEW Clarifying Cleanser is praised for its ability to clean skin effectively, leaving it feeling refreshed and soft. Customers appreciate the immediate and great results, with many noting a significant improvement in their skin's appearance. The cleanser is highly recommended for its effectiveness and soothing properties, though feedback on acne and breakouts varies.

Summary topics

  • Skin Feel: 18%
  • Cleanser Effectiveness: 38%
  • Product Results: 4%
  • Skin Appearance: 32%
  • Skin Look: 3%

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Review highlights

  • "My skin feels so clean and smooth after I rinse and I saw immediate results just overnight" — Marie
  • "My skin feels super clean but not squeaky clean or dry...its just right." — Lindsay
  • "No other acne product ever has made my skin look healthier." — Lola G.

Reviews

The best cleanser

"I have used this cleanser for years now and I have tried other ones but they are nowhere near as good as this one. Keeps my skin clean and clear! Would absolutely recommend to anyone, I won’t be changing this ever! 10/10"

— Sacha M. (5/5)

"Quick delivery and realiable"

— Jessica (5/5)

"Great product"

— Jessica (5/5)

Amazing

"Best cleanser I've ever used! Makes such a difference to my skin!"

— Sarah (5/5)

Great daily cleanser

"A great daily cleanser. Super thick gel like consistency and you can feel the ingredients working on your face. It leaves my skin feeling less oily and I think it helps with my acne too!"

— Sarah (5/5)

Fantastic

"Highly recommend this product for combination skin that gets congested. Most effective within a short period of time. I only need to use it a few times a week to see a difference."

— Anonymous (5/5)

Great cleanser

"I’ve been using the cleanser for a while now and find it really helps. It feels and smells great, skin feel refreshed."

— Faeiza H. (5/5)

"Best spf out there"

— Anonymous (5/5)

Great product

"Love this cleanser. It cleans my skin deeply without drying. This left my skin feeling so clean and fresh."

— Anonymous (5/5)

Amazing cleanser to keep skin clear and healthy

"I have used this clarifying cleanser for years and it has never let me down. It keeps my skin clear from breakouts and reduces oil content. It’s refreshing to use with a light texture. Gentle enough to use daily. It’s one I rely on time and time again for clear skin."

— Anonymous (5/5)

Q&A

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Frequently Asked Questions

    Clarifying Cleanser contains salicylic acid (1.5%) as the primary active ingredient for treating and clearing breakouts and blemishes, pore-clearing, and exfoliating the skin.

    It's best for oily, blemish-prone and combination skin; commonly used for blackheads, breakouts, and visible shine.

    It can be drying for some users. Many customers recommend following with a moisturiser if you notice dryness.

    Apply to wet skin, massage to create a lather, then rinse. Follow with your regular serum and moisturiser.

    Yes, the formula contains menthol and fragrance, and many users report a minty, cooling/tingling sensation.

    Many people use it daily for blemish-prone skin; adjust frequency if your skin becomes dry or irritated.

    Some users report using it on body breakouts successfully. Test on a small area first to check tolerance.

    It may be too strong for very sensitive or very dry skin. Users with those concerns often report dryness or irritation.

    This unmatched formula helps dissolve excess oil, purify pores and clear blemish-causing bacteria. It contains 1.5% Salicylic Acid to reduce the severity of blemishes and help keep skin clear by preventing new ones. It is further enriched with Green Tea extract to help soothe and calm irritation for clear, healthier-looking skin.

    It contains two forms of salicylic acid-a free form for immediate pore unclogging and an encapsulated form for continued exfoliation even after rinsing-providing ongoing acne treatment beyond wash-off.

    It is formulated without parabens, sulphates, phthalates, gluten, or animal-derived ingredients.

    Yes, the dual salicylic acid system not only treats current blemishes but also helps prevent new breakouts by keeping pores clear over time.

    It is designed to be used as part of the Murad Blemish Control regimen and can complement other acne treatments, though those using strong actives may wish to monitor for dryness or irritation and adjust frequency as needed.

    You do not need another cleanser prior to the Clarifying Cleanser. Massage on your face for one full minute before rinsing.