Overall rating: 4.8298907 / 5 from 1646 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Acne Control Clarifying Cleanser is praised for its effectiveness in clearing and preventing severe acne, leaving skin feeling fresh and clean. It is also appreciated for its ability to dissolve excess oil, purify pores, and prevent breakouts. Customers enjoy its clean and great smell, and the professional size of the product.

Summary topics

• Effectiveness in Clearing Acne (3%): Customers appreciated how this cleanser made a huge difference in clearing up and preventing severe acne.
• Skin Feel After Use (19%): Many customers loved how this product made their skin feel fresh, clean, and refreshed after use.
• Breakout Prevention (7%): In general, customers have reported that this product effectively prevents breakouts and improves their skin texture.
• Product Smell (6%): It was observed by customers that the product has a clean and great smell, which is highly appreciated.

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Review highlights

• "My skin feels super clean but not squeaky clean or dry...its just right." — Lindsay
• "best cleanser on the market for acne prone skin, smells great too!" — Brooklyn
• "It feels nice and cool; doesnt dry out your skin and keeps your face acne free." — Sara M.

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Q&A

I just started using this product a week ago. I have broken out on my cheeks, chin and hair line. Is this normal?

Purging can occur when you start a new product. If your skin feels tight or dry after cleansing, you may want to consider the Clarifying Cream Cleanser as it has additional hydration.

Is there any Benzoil peroxide in this?

No, we use salicylic acid.

when using this product is it safe/okay to use other aha/bha products at the same time in the same regiment?

Yes, it is but should you have any concern about interaction Dr Murad always advises performing a patch test.

I am currently using this cleanser and I've noticed that it doesn't quite get rid of the tiny pimples under my skin. (I believe some people call them seed pimples.) I've been told that I need to exfoliate in order to get rid of them and want to make sure that is the case. However, the exfoliator I was using a while back was one by CeraVe that is also considered a cleanser. Is it okay to use this once a week and the other four days continue my use of the Murad Acne Control Clarifying Cleanser? Or would mixing these two products cause breakouts?

What you are describing is called Millia. Milia is best treated by exfoliation. Treatment products containing glycolic acid are very effective. Using an exfoliating cleanser in place of your normal cleanser 2 or 3 times per week is also a great choice.

I have been using this product for about three weeks now and I love it! However I have noticed that I have a few small blackheads popping up that haven't before. Is this normal, and can I expect them to go away with a few more weeks? I have sensitive skin overall but got this for whiteheads in my oily t-zone.

Are you using a hydrator? Additionally that can happen as your skin adjusts to a new regimen. Also, if your skin feels tight or dry after cleansing I would recommend that you consider the Clarifying Cream Cleanser.