Murad Blemish Control & Murad Age-Reform @ MURAD

Malaysia is always hot and humid.
Putting a layer of thick, heavy or rich face serums and moisturizers on a 36-38 degree day are enough to make us break out into an uncomfortable feeling.
I don't like it!
If you have been a reader of mine for a while, you probably already know that I normally have a combination skin type whereby my T-zone can be very oily while the other parts are pretty dry; so my picks for the skincare products are always lightweight, chill that will not burden my skin, but at the same time will keep my skin hydrated, glowing, and feeling fresh throughout the stickiest of hot days in Malaysia.
So, if you are interested in knowing which serums and moisturizers I have in my current collection now, you should just keep on reading to find out. :)






Murad Blemish Control, Outsmart Blemish Clarifying Treatment





Murad Blemish Control, Outsmart Blemish Clarifying Treatment is a medicated lightweight gel
serum to clear skin of acne that causing from bacteria, oiliness and blackheads while at the same time minimizing dryness and irritation.
Basically, it's a face serum that is clinically proven skincare solution for:
#1 acne and breakouts
#2 excess oil and shine
#3 large or clogged pores
#4 whiteheads and blackheads
It is said that you can see the overall result in terms of reducing pimples, blackheads and whiteheads in just 1 week time.


Ingredients



The product is alcohol-free, non-irritating, non-drying free of gluten, alcohol and also cruelty-free as well; therefore, it's suitable for all skin types, including normal, oily, combination and sensitive skins.
It contains main ingredients of:
#1 Salicylic acid to treat and prevent acne
#2 Lysophosphatidic Acid to reduce the appearance of pores
#3 Hydroxydecanoic Acid and Sebacic Acid to help control oil
#4 Glycolic Acid to exfoliate
#5 Boswellia, Honey and Rice Extracts to soothe and calm skin and also counteracting dryness and redness


Packaging



The Outsmart Blemish Clarifying Treatment is packed in a sterile airless pump tube with a plastic cap on it.
I always like the packaging design from Murad as it gives a very fresh and clean feeling to the users.
Murad uses different colour codes to differentiate their product ranges; for instance the blue colour is for their Anti-Aging Blemish series.


Texture & Scent


It has an ultra-light and oil-free moisturizing formula. 
The texture is in gel-type which absorb to the skin very quickly, but without leaving any sticky or greasy feeling at all.
Since I have a combination skin, so I always prefer this kind of gel-typed texture on my skin because it leaves my skin feeling so fresh, so cool and so light. 
Besides, it also has a natural citrus fragrance since the ingredients also contain a combination of lemon, lime, tangerine and lavender notes. 

How to Use?


The product can be used everyday in the morning and night.
Step #1 Cleanse your skin thoroughly, apply face toner, then apply the Outsmart Blemish Clarifying Treatment
Step #2 Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer
Step #3 Follow by the sunscreen during the day, and moisturizer at night. 
For sensitive skin users, you can apply the product sparingly to 1 to 2 small affected areas during the first days of use.
If there is no discomfort occurs, that means your skin is safe to use this product.


My Experience



I use this product after my face wash, and before my moisturizer everyday in the morning and before I go to sleep.
I can't tell how well the product helps to reduce the pimple and acne problems since my skin don't have issues with these, #touchwood  however, my skin has always been a combination of oily and dry whereby I always have blackheads and whiteheads that could never ever clear up my face.
After using the Outsmart Blemish Clarifying Treatment for about 2 weeks, I can see the gel serum did reduce the amount of blackheads and whiteheads, especially at the nose area.
Also, I can feel my skin is much cleaner than before after the blackheads and whiteheads have been reduced.
While, in terms of reducing the size of my pores, I do not notice any major results in this particular issue yet.
Some of you might worry if the product will dry out your skin as many of the blemish products out there tend to be drying and irritating the skin.
With the Murad Blemish product, you will be surprise with the texture and how it can actually help to reduce your blemish problems without drying out your skin at all!


Murad Age-Reform, Nutrient-Charged Water Gel



Murad Age-Reform, Nutrient-Charged Water Gel is an intensely hydrating oil-free water gel, which contains revolutionary Cumulative Hydration-Release Technology that instantly locks moisture to skin and increases retention for up to 5 days.
It's the skincare solution for:
#1 dry skin
#2 dull skin
#3 fine lines
#4 wrinkles
#5 rough skin texture
It's said that the product 100% showed skin barrier repair in 30 minutes.


Ingredients


The Nutrient-Charged Water Gel contains a nutrient-charged blend of peptides, vitamins and minerals strengthens the skin's barrier for plum, and smooth skin.
It's main ingredients consist of:
#1 Vitamins B3, B5, B6, B9 and E to help alleviate dryness, provide anti-wrinkle benefits, and soothe skin
#2 Silicon, Iron, Zinc, Copper, and Magnesium to support healthy-looking skin tone and texture
#3 Oligopeptide-1, Oligopeptide-2, Polypeptide-1, Polypeptide-9, and Polypeptide-11 to help restore damaged skin barrier
Besides, it is also formulated without parabens, sulfates, phthalates and also have clinically tested by an independent laboratory which has proven safe for all skin types, even the sensitive skin types.



Packaging


This product comes in a "standard" moisturizer packaging, which is in a jar-typed.
It is packed in a plastic purple jar, with a silver twist cap.
The packaging also has a mini plastic spatula, whereby you can use the spatula to apply the cream instead your hands in order to help keep the product fresh and prevent bacteria from growing rapidly inside the product.

Texture & Scent


This ideal day and night moisturizer is a gel-based product for lightweight hydration.
It gives a burst of cooling, refreshing moisture and at the same time also protects skin and keeps it feeling bouncy and elastic.
The watery texture truly delivers all-day hydration to your skin without leaving a greasy feeling on the skin.
If you do not like too creamy or too greasy type of moisturizer, I'm sure this Nutrient-Charged Water Gel will surely be your favourite.
Well, other than it gives a cool feeling upon application, it also smells like a freshly berries too. :)


How to Use?


The moisturizer can be used everyday in the morning and night time.
Step #1: After cleansing your face and apply face toner, massage the moisturizer evenly over face, neck and chest
Step #2: Then follow your regular sunscreen or you can also apply Murad SPF moisturizer during day time. 


My Experience


I would said the moisturizer makes a good promise that it never burden your skin at all yet absorb very quickly into your skin.
The texture is so light and soft that sinks to the skin without a trace.
Every time when I applied the moisturizer on my face, I feel like it splashing my face with a cool, fresh dose of hydration.
Probably that's the reason why I'm loving it right after my first application!
Definitely a very nice moisturizer for a hot and humid weather like in Malaysia!


Where to Buy?


That's it for my beauty sharing for today.
If you are interested in Murad products, do find out more on their official website at https://www.murad.com.my/.
If you've tried any products from Murad before, let me know what do you think about them yea.
I hope this review is helpful and you all enjoy reading it.
Have a lovely day, and I will see you on my next post again.


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