I see you've gotten a lot of answers on this already, but I HAVE to recommend the Clinique Dark Spot Corrector! I had very bad acne in high school, and even though it has since cleared up, I as dealing with the scars for years. I tried the Clinique and stuck with it religiously, and I had great results. I don't wear half as much concealer as I used to.

I have post acne scars too and although I love this product I can't really say it helps much with the scarring.

Yes. Using this has reduced scarring. Especially if I apply it to the break out immediately and at night as well. Hope this helps!

No, it does not help with acne scarring. Not mine, anyway. I am two months in and I generally don't give up on a cleansing system until after 3 months just to be sure. It is not over-drying if you use a moisturizer after. Thanks for the tip about DDF toner!

actually, I didn't realize it until I read your question, but with this toner I have seen a reduction in my (few) acne scars. They are more like small dark patches, though, not indentations.

This did not help me with my scarring at all

Yes it does but I recommend you also get the Murad acne spot treatment. My spots have been fading and I'm loving it!

It does not by itself, but accompanied by the exfoliating liquid, also by murads acne prone line, that helps very much. I love it!

No, I don't think it helps with scarring. It's more for controlling oil (and great at it without over-drying). I would however recommend Murad's Post-Acne Spot Lighening Gel, I've used DDF's hyperpigmentation treatment and it's too strong. It's good for spot treatments, but Murad's is gentle enough for an all-over application. It's done wonders for my scars.

It did nothing for my scars, but then again I only used it for a couple of weeks. It also didn't do much when it came to controling my oily face. I was oily again within a couple of hours. I LOVE DDF's Glycolic toner, but since it's on back order now I resorted to using this. Big mistake...

This does not help with acne scarring at all.

Sensitive, combination, prone to drying.

Hey there....well I can say for myself that I have oily skin. But have a friend that doesn't share that problem and she usues it. She's the one that turned me on to using it.

It is supposed to be for oily or acne prone skin. I have really sensitive acne prone skin and I love this product! As I've said before though, the products in the line work the best together, and if you're looking to spend less mony, the kit is an amazing value, the normal size toner is definately a must because the kit only comes with a sample, and you will want the normal size toner, believe me.

I have combo/oily skin with the occasional hormonal break out and this really does help control everything without drying out my skin! keep in mind I do use a moisturizer to help balance my skin regardless. It has a cool feel to it but it does not have that alcohol sting.

From my experience this is an excellent toner for all skin-types.
My skin is Sensitive/Dry with occasional T-zone acne.
I also have a sensitivity to Orris Root (common cosmetic/haircolor ingredient.) The ingredients here: cucumber, calendula are very soothing.

Definitely for combination and oily skin. I'd skip toners altogether if you have normal or dry skin.

I would recommend it for sensitive & dry skin that is not prone to acne.

Murad Clarifying Toner is used for oily, combination or acne-prone skin.

I have oily skin and this is the best toner I've found.

I have combination skin that borders more towards oily. This works great for me. If you have overly-dry skin, I could see it possibly being a problem if you didn't have a great moisturizer. Otherwise, you should be fine! It's a great product

I used to use Clinique too. It's a good product, but Murad blows it out of the water!

this one deffinetly helps me with white heads. It's the best acne system I used and the Clarifying Toner alone helps improve the overall look of my skin

The toner is great for cleaning and setting the right ph and all that, but to kill the whiteheads, you should use the acne spot treatment, that dries them up pretty quick. I use the gel cleaner, the toner, the treatment gel, then hit the zits with the spot treament cream, then the moisturizer. The zits will be noticeably reduced by that night. Get them again at night with the spot treatment and they will be almost gone in the morning. I also use a concealer with Salicylic acid during the day.

I am confident this will work for you.
Are you wearing cosmetics everyday?
No cleaser,toner,moisturerizer can eliminate acne.
I'm not a dermatologist. White heads can be a result of over-moisturizing and eating dairy. ! I love to tone - its the only thing I know that never clogs your pores :) Talk to some friends - get a recomendation for a facial? Even if you just go once, you will get great ideas for your skin. I have nothing bad to say about Murad - on contrary I want to try as much Murad as possible!

The problem with acne is the oil that mixes with dirt and therefore causes your whiteheads. Yes, this toner definitely helps in controlling oil but I would also recommend using a clay mask, preferably one with sulphur to really get deep down to the root of the problem.

Yes I also use this toner within my skin care regimen and have minimal whiteheads. More important though is for you to add a salicylic acid cleanser with at least 2% salicylic acid or a benzoyl peroxide cleanser. Benzoyl peroxide is useful for mild cases of whiteheads. It can also help to prevent formation of more whiteheads. Salicylic acid helps to break down whiteheads and blackheads and reduces the shedding of cells lining the follicles of the sebaceous glands.

I have minimal blackheads and occasional whiteheads and this product did not help me with them at all.

if it you use with the cleanser your whiteheads will clear up. I havent seen an improvement with black heads but its different with everybody.

Use Murad Clarifying Toner. It eliminates oil, controls shine and keeps pores clean. It's one of my favorite products to use twice a day!

I use Murad's kit and along with this toner my acne is completely gone. The toner works great to keep your skin clean but like the previous person said, I'd totally get the acne spot treatment, it works wonders for getting rid of whiteheads.

I have sensitive skin and I have no problems with this particular line of Murad. I have been using it since Early March and seen an instant change.

Absolutely!! I have really sensitive skin that is acne prone, and changes with the seasons and weather. I use the Murad acne fighting kit which is an amazing value and the products work more amazingly together. The kit is about $35 if I remember right and it lasts me about a month and a half, except the toner, it is only a sample, and It is definately worth the money to buy the full size to go with it. And your face looks amazing as well!

I have similar skin to you. It does not make me break out.
Actually it made some T-zone blemishes fade overnight.
The soothing cucumber and calendula are excellent for sensitive skin.
imo acne in T-zone comes from diet and environment. (Dairy and over-moisturizing) I still eat cheese and smoke a cigarette though!
My allergy to Orris Root (in frgrance, haircolor, cosmetics) shows up as smaller rash like acne alon my chin, cheek bone or hairline. Good Luck! Give Murad a try. I like they are a company dedicated to skincare, made in USA, and a good price.

This toner is perfect for sensitive skin but does not help prevent acne. I have very sensitive skin and this product did not cause my skin any problems. I also do not think it has done much over the past 10 weeks to help minimize my pores either.

I have very sensitive skin and this toner has never bothered it. I don't even have a problem using it on my skin when it's sunburned or raw from wind (or excessive blowing of my nose when I have a cold), it's still very soothing.

Murad Clarifying Toner works on my sensitive skin without irritating it.

I have sensitive, oily, acne-prone skin. I love this toner...I couldn't use the clarifying cleanser and the toner together...too harsh. So I started using a milder cleanser (Murad essential-C cleanser)with the toner and have been very pleased with the results. Hope this helps!!

Great for oily skin and removing dirt and makeup you missed while washing. Might be too harsh for those who have normal skin because it does tend to have this refreshing tingle/burn at first. Highly recommended for those with oily skin that are looking for a worthy toner.

i have super sensitive skin(plus hives) and a lot of white heads/clogged pores, I have been using this toner along with the Murad acne complextion kit for about a week and i can already see improvment including: evened skin tone, redness reduced, no break out. Even my skin is so sensitive this does not sting my face but only gives a cool menthol tingly feeling to it. I like it so far.

Yes! I don't have sensitive skin at all and this product caused me to break out terribly, then made my skin painfully dry and peely.

No. It is a witch hazel based astringent.

No, it is witch hazel based. However, it does have a burn like that of an alcohol toner.

The toner is not alcohol based and actually whitch hazel, which is not a skin irritant and removes excess oil.

Nope! Murad's Clarifying Toner does not contain alcohol.

First few ingredients listed on back.
Water, Butylene Glycol, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Algae Extract, Propylene Glycol, Cucumber, Fruit Extract, Lemon, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Lethicin, Tocopherol

No, and it doesn't make my skin feel tight. Sometimes I even forget to put on moisturizer because it doesn't necessarily feel like I need it

Murad Clarifying Toner has menthol & witch hazel that's very refreshing. Use it with Murad Skin Perfecting Lotion. Your skin will be clean, moisturized & soft. They're the best two products I've ever used.

No, not alcohol-based...contains witch hazel

No

Hi,

According to Sephora, here's all the ingredients:

-Witch Hazel: Helps to purify skin, control oil, and tighten pores.
-Algae Extract: Helps control excess sebum production.
Grape Seed Extract and Vitamin E: Protects the skin from free radical damage.

Water (Aqua), Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Butylene Glycol, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Algae Extract, Propylene Glycol, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Allantoin, Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Menthol, Menthoxypropanediol, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Blue 1 (CI 42090), Ext. Violet 2 (CI 60730).

I have not tried DDF Glycoric toner. I tend to go to products with help with occasional breakouts

Murad has an exfoliating as apart of it's acne treatment, I use the products as a set each day and I dont have the break-outs that I previously experienced.

This toner is sooooooo refreshing. I used the cleanser first then the toner...you can feel the cooling feeling and tell your pores are getting cleaned out...Try the starter kit with all 5 items and see how you like that first...thats how I started and fell in love . Good luck

It does not exfoliate, but if you get the exfoliating liquid, which is amazing, you use it after the toner and it gets rid of dull dry skin cells and your face feels a-ma-zing!!

Not at all, but it does hydrate pretty well :) i still wouldnt recomend it though, because of one of the comedogenic ingredients it contains (algae extract)

I think it will be too strong for dry skin. I have combination skin and I use moisturizer both morning and night, it is drying out my skin.

this toner is a bit drying. If you already have dry skin, I would try a different toner.

I would say no. This toner really dries out oily skin and it is intense. If you have drier skin, I would not recommend this for you as it is for Acne prone skin and will dry you out even more.

probably not. It burns my normal skin.

I think this toner would be perfect because after use, it leaves face feeling shiny and not dry like some alcohol based toners do. Another thing is, I think if you have dry skin try using a nice night moisturizer if you dont already, as i think that is what makes the difference to dry skin.

Pro active is horrible. It ruins your skin so stay away from it. This toner definitely prevents you from breaking out and drying out your skin. Totally worth your money.

No. This product burns my normal skin. It does smell better though.

Yes! I used Proactiv and even though I have super oily skin Proactiv gave me scaley weird skin. In conjunction with a 2% salicylic acid cleanser and an acne moisturizer from Murad, this effectively controls my acne without damaging my skin.

I used to use proactiv and it would make my skin very dry. After I switched to Murad, my skin is softer and it doesn't dry it. I would really recommend this product

Yes, I've used proactive in the past and it did nothing for me but dry my skin out completely.

I have a feeling it would really irritate your eyes, nose and mouth if it got anywhere near them. It has a really cooling, tingly effect which would probably REALLY hurt.

This toner is too thick to be used in a spray bottle and you would not want it anywhere near your eyes or it will burn really bad.

To this day Murad acne treatment, has been the most effective in curing my acne. I have very light to alabaster skin, and I am so happy that I am finally able to tone down on make up, in fact. I no longer use foundation, just a little yellow concealer on the eye are with a facial lotion, and mineral make up on top, and Viola. Skin looks natural and glows with the help of the moisturizer!