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Murad Time Release Acne Cleanser
What it is:An extra-gentle, low foaming cleanser with age-defying ingredients and skin brighteners.What it is formulated to do:Designed to improve skin's appearance, this lightly foaming, non-irritating formula is delicate enough for fragile adult skin that has been compromised by acne. The unique Multi-Active Acne Fighting System kills bacteria on contact and uses sustained release technology to continue delivering acne medication for hours, even after rinsing. Antiaging ingredients optimize hydration to restore suppleness and reduce the appearance of fine lines.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Dyes- Petrochemicals- Phthalates- GMOs- Triclosan
Questions & Answers for Murad Time Release Acne Cleanser
Question
is this ok for sensitive skin?
asked 2 years, 8 months ago on Time Release Acne Cleanser
alyyk123
6 answers
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answer 1
It might. I have a sensitivity to willow ark so i can't use this but a lot of other people can
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
amtdancer
answer 2
It always depends on your sensitivities. this product is gentle and has a time released treatment with moisture. so it treats and hydrates. It does have retinol and salicylic in it. I would go try a sample from the store and ask a Skincare Expert if it's right for you.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
beautygrl105
(Pleasant Hill, CA)
answer 3
my skin is oily but super sensitive. this cleanser worked really well for me.
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
serendipity18
(nyc)
answer 4
Yes, I have very sensitive skin and this did not bother it.
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
dietcokequeen
(Greenville,SC)
answer 5
YES! Murad specializes in different kinds of skin. I would recommend this product to all skin types.
answered 2 years, 5 months ago
mollybruggeman
(Sioux Falls, SD)
answer 6
Yes, it was strong enough to keep my breakouts under control but didn't dry my skin out at all. Very mild.
answered 2 years, 5 months ago
jessgo
(Virginia Beach)
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oily acne sensitive skin?
does this work for oily, acne prone, sensitive skin?
asked 2 years, 7 months ago on Time Release Acne Cleanser
Anonymous
6 answers
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answer 1
I have all three and it does work. The packaging just makes it difficult to use.
answered 2 years, 4 months ago
quarters
(Norman, OK)
answer 2
yes, I believe it will work as it does not cause my skin to get irritated as long as you dont use too much or too often.
answered 2 years, 4 months ago
sheilaga
(Victorville, CA)
answer 3
I think this is great for mature (over 40) skin that's sensitive and prone to break-outs. I've had a lot of luck with this line of products.
answered 2 years, 4 months ago
cljd
(Wayne, PA)
answer 4
This product is excellent for sensitive, oily and acne prone skin. It cleans thoroughly yet gently so it does not overstrip or irritate which often causes overproduction of oil and acne flare-ups. I would highly recommend this product.
answered 2 years, 4 months ago
route66
(Atlanta, GA)
answer 5
Yes, this works for acne-prone skin. If you are also concerned with pre-mature wrinkles, then you are hitting 2 birds with 1 stone with this breakthrough formulation.
answered 2 years, 5 months ago
marie718
(Hawaii)
answer 6
yes, I have oily sensitive skin and I love it. my face is clear and looks good. I haven't had any problems.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
SAGITTARIUS28
(CT)
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I'm only 25, will anti-aging be too harsh for my skin?
asked 3 years, 3 months ago on Time Release Acne Cleanser
aprilcbrock
(Hollywood, FL)
5 answers
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answer 1
I just turned 26 and was recommended this product by a Sephora Rep. The Clarifying Cleanser by Murad contains 2% Salicylic Acid, and I was worried this would dry out my skin when using the Oil Control Mattifier which is already a little drying. This has .5% Salicylic acid, and is time release so is still strong enough to keep my breakouts at bay, but will be more gentle on my skin in the long term and can help keep it moisturized after applying all the drying acne fighting treatments! Plus- it's never too early to fight wrinkles!
answered 2 years, 6 months ago
summer4
(Chicago, IL)
answer 2
You can start using anti-aging between 18 and 21 years. Your skin stops producing collagen between those years, so you'll just be getting a head start on aging. They tend to be more gentle than non-anti-aging products, too.
answered 3 years ago
jesscradic
(Cincinnati)
answer 3
This product should not be too harsh for your skin. My skin is sensitive and I have used it now since January and had no adverse reactions. Try it. Sephora has an excellent return policy, but I don't think you'll be disappointed.
answered 3 years, 1 month ago
devon72
(New England)
answer 4
This product is totally gentle..cant say enough good things about it
answered 3 years, 3 months ago
girlafraid
(Taylor, Mi)
answer 5
This is not harsh at all. I wouldn't worry about the anit-aging part. It is very mild and creamy. I have sensitive skin and this didn't cause any drying or peeling, but my pores are smaller and clearer. Go for it.
answered 3 years, 3 months ago
majorsass
(Basking Ridge, NJ)
Question
Benzoyl Peroxide vs Salicylic Acid...
I've been using Proactive for years and it works great. I've been researching benzoyl peroxide and it makes your skin more sensitive to the sun and I don't want that. Has anyone had success with this product that used to use benzoyl peroxide. If so, how long before you saw results? Thank you
asked 3 years, 2 months ago on Time Release Acne Cleanser
Anonymous
(Maui)
4 answers
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answer 1
I use to use BP, also, but it always dried my skin out, and like you said, makes you more sensitive to the sun. I started using the Murad line and the results were darn near instant. It is so much more gentle, which helps with acne in the first place by making your skin healthier overall. Give it a try, I doubt you'll be disappointed :)
answered 3 years ago
jesscradic
(Cincinnati)
answer 2
BP has always been really harsh on my skin, and even with sunscreen has reacted to sunlight in not so cute ways. SA seems to work much more effectively for me without any harsh drying, it seems more exfoliating than anything. I think you'll be happy with the results, but you may want a product with a higher SA content than this (which is .5%)
answered 3 years, 1 month ago
zaga
(Chicago)
answer 3
I am also a proactiv user and have also worried about the damage benzoyl peroxide may be doing to my skin. However, anytime I switch to a product that uses sacilyic acid instead of benzoyl peroxide, my face always breaks out within a week and then the acne just gets worse and worse. For some people, benzoyl peroxide is the only answer.
answered 3 years, 1 month ago
aprilshowers82
(Columbia, MO)
answer 4
I used proactive for probably 2 years with good results but all of a sudden it just wasnt working anymore for me( they changed something in it maybe?). This Murad product gave me even better results than proactive did without all the harsh products proactive uses. Much less drying, better results. Noticed a difference after about 3-4 days but probably took 4 weeks to see complete results.
answered 3 years, 1 month ago
Aphelie
(NY)
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Would this work good for men??
My fiance breaks out from stress and he gets really big break outs when he does... will this be great for men? and if there are any men that could let me know how its been working for you please do... THanks
asked 2 years, 11 months ago on Time Release Acne Cleanser
lalatarik
(Fort Worth, TX)
4 answers
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answer 1
my husband used it and he has breakouts. He liked this product
and wants to continue using it.
and wants to continue using it.
answered 2 years, 9 months ago
candy123
(carlsbad new mexico)
answer 2
I'm a female but I had a pimple coming in on my chin that was really big, under the skin and everything just this past Saturday and in 2 days it was completely gone without even coming to a head on my skin.
answered 2 years, 10 months ago
Katy05
(Cincinnati, OH)
answer 3
Yes, I am a guy and have been using this product since it came out... i find it to be the best product i have used.
answered 2 years, 10 months ago
Trippester
(Gainesville, Fl)
answer 4
Yes! I would definitely recommend it for men, as well. I would recommend trying some of the other Murad products to treat his acne.
answered 2 years, 10 months ago
zelg
(Monrovia, CA)
Question
hwo drying is this product?
asked 2 years, 8 months ago on Time Release Acne Cleanser
alyyk123
4 answers
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answer 1
It is not drying at all.
answered 7 months ago
belladonna123
answer 2
I don't find that it's very drying during the summer, but in the winter it gets more dry,thats probably just because its winter but I also use a different face cream (like olay) other than the Murad moisturizer cream, I think that it works well together.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
countinstarz
(NH)
answer 3
Based on my personal experience, this doesn't make my skin overly dry. Complete your regimen by adding Murad Toner and Moisturizer.
answered 2 years, 5 months ago
marie718
(Hawaii)
answer 4
I have super dry skin and it doesn't dry my skin like most acne products. I've had trouble finding acne cleansers that work since I have the rare combo of dry skin + acne but this works well. Cleans my skin and it is not drying.
answered 2 years, 5 months ago
zarbot
(Austin, TX)
Question
Used as a body wash?
Can I use this as a body wash? Does it lather at all? I'm thinking in terms of KP, not acne.
asked 1 year, 10 months ago on Time Release Acne Cleanser
Anonymous
(Seattle, WA)
4 answers
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answer 1
I don't think this cleanser foams/suds up hardly at all. I've never tried it on my body, though. I just use a tiny amount for my face. It feels very creamy on the skin rather than foamy.
answered 9 months ago
terrireb
(St Louis, MO)
answer 2
It doesn't lather like a body wash, but I don't see why you couldn't bathe with it.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
prettyinneutral
(Houston, TX)
answer 3
I use it all over and it works, the best part is a little goes a long way ( I use the regular cleanser) but should still do the similar trick
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
countinstarz
(NH)
answer 4
It does not lather at all. However, I use it on my chest and shoulders and it's wonderful. Very gentle and perfect for problem areas.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
maryanny143
(San Francisco, CA)
Question
Toner needed?
This product says Cleanser / Toner on the packaging..... is it really both or should you use a toner after and which one is best?
asked 1 year, 9 months ago on Time Release Acne Cleanser
klpenner
(San Francisco, CA)
4 answers
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answer 1
I don't need a toner, but those with more severe acne issues may opt to use one. Murad makes one for the Anti-Acne line.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
prettyinneutral
(Houston, TX)
answer 2
Usually there is a bit of toner mixed in-not that you can tell that by washing your face, but you can purchase a separate bottle of toner that will do all the toner things you want.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
countinstarz
(NH)
answer 3
I've found I don't need a toner with this, but I've also used it with one, followed by a moisturizer and a few other products. I'd say try it without first, so you don't risk irritating your skin.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
rissaroses
(Arizona)
answer 4
I don't use the toner. Perhaps results would be even better, but this has been the best cleanser for my skin - ever - and I have never used the toner with it.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
maryanny143
(San Francisco, CA)
Question
Where's the salicylic acid?
In reading the ingredients list, I didn't see salicylic acid listed as one of the key ingredients, even though the package says .5% salicylic acid.
asked 3 years, 4 months ago on Time Release Acne Cleanser
makeena2
(Newbury Park, CA)
4 answers
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answer 1
The salicylic acid in the product comes from the Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, also known as salicin. Human cells can produce their own salicylic acid from salicin - giving the body the "ingredients" to make its own acne antidote helps to ensure that the product stays effective, since the active form of salicylic acid in a product can degrade over time or with exposure to air, bacteria, etc.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
adri7218
(St. Louis, MO)
answer 2
sometimes they have a separate ingredient list for active vs inactive..
answered 1 year, 9 months ago
curiousbuyer516
answer 3
Maybe .5% isn't enough to actually count as an ingredient.
answered 2 years, 10 months ago
Katy05
(Cincinnati, OH)
answer 4
"-Free and Encapsulated Salicylic Acid"
This is the first thing listed under "Active Ingredients".
This is the first thing listed under "Active Ingredients".
answered 3 years, 4 months ago
krystyna1814
(lawton, ok)
Question
waxing or depilatory cream
I used proactiv and dermatologic creams, which really helped with the acne. But if i used wax or depilatory creams on my face with those products, it would irritate my skin, leaving it red and damaged for over a week... Any of you know if this problem will occur with this product? Thank you.
asked 2 years, 11 months ago on Time Release Acne Cleanser
Anonymous
3 answers
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answer 1
I had that same problem in the past...this product is very gentle. I have not had any waxing done since using this product but I would doubt it would irritate your skin.
answered 2 years, 9 months ago
cnr79
(Findlay, OH)
answer 2
This product has never made my face red AT ALL. The directions tell you to use a small amount and they mean it, I use about a dime size amount for my entire face and it works awesomely. It's even cleared up pimples I've felt coming in before they ever come to a head on my skin and like I said, I never have any trouble with it making my face dry or red.
answered 2 years, 10 months ago
Katy05
(Cincinnati, OH)
answer 3
Hi!
I have not used wax or depilitory with this product, but I do use bleach to lighten my facial hair and I use both this cleanser and the acne and wrinkle reducer. I have very fair skin and am prone to react negatively to chemicals, detergents, etc. I have not had any problems with bleaching since using these products and I believe my skin is much healthier as a result of using this line. I would highly recommend you give this product a try.
I hope this was helpful.
I have not used wax or depilitory with this product, but I do use bleach to lighten my facial hair and I use both this cleanser and the acne and wrinkle reducer. I have very fair skin and am prone to react negatively to chemicals, detergents, etc. I have not had any problems with bleaching since using these products and I believe my skin is much healthier as a result of using this line. I would highly recommend you give this product a try.
I hope this was helpful.
answered 2 years, 10 months ago
route66
(Atlanta, GA)