When one thinks of Murad skin care, acne care often comes to mind. While the company is a leader in that field, they also offer a host of products for other skin care needs.
Murad Skin Care History
Dr. Howard Murad began his medical career in the United States Army, and completed his residency at the Veteran's Administration Hospital. Fresh out of the military, Dr. Murad started a small private practice in California.
In 1989, after years of hearing many patients voicing the same skin care concerns, Dr. Murad released his first skin care products. Murad's first products, Oily Prone Skin, Skin Smoothing Cream, and Age Spot & Lightening Gel, were big sellers. A skin care revolution had begun.
Today, Dr. Murad continues to treat patients. He also supervises a medical spa. In addition, Murad skin care continues to thrive. The company offers 60 over-the-counter skin treatments and many professional-strength ones, as well.
Murad Skin Care Basics
Murad skin care basics include cleansers, toners, moisturizers, eye creams, and sun protection. The company offers complete skin care lines optimized for the major skin types:
Dry/Sensitive
Dr. Murad realizes that sensitive skin is often extremely dry, so product offerings in the dry and sensitive categories overlap. Both skin types have difficulty retaining water, which results in dry, flaky skin or redness. Products in this line help restore the moisture balance. The products also infuse the skin with nutrients, which results in smooth, soft, hydrated skin. Products include:
- Moisture Rich Cleanser
- Perfecting Night Cream
- Soothing Lip Therapy
- Perfecting Serum
Normal/Combination
Murad products for normal or combination skin are lightweight and balanced, so as not to disrupt the skin's oil levels. There are also products designed to target specific problem areas, such as acne or age spots. Favorite products for normal or combination skin include:
- Refreshing Cleanser
- Skin Perfecting Lotion
- Combination Skin Treatment
- Hydrating Toner
Oily
Although all skin needs some level of oil, oily skin produces too much. This leads to shine, enlarged pores, acne, and blackheads. Murad products for oily skin strive to balance the oil levels without drying the skin. Offerings for oil-prone skin include:
- Clarifying Cleanser for Problem Skin
- Energizing Pomegranate Moisturizer SPF 15
- Clarifying Toner for Problem Skin
- Pure Skin Clarifying Supplement
Anti Aging Skin Care
Murad was among the first companies to offer anti aging skin care. Today, the company still offers several innovative products designed to fight the signs of aging. In addition to Dr. Murad's book, Wrinkle Free Forever, the company offers the following:
- Youth Builder Supplement - This supplement combines glucosamine, vitamin A, and amino acid complex to boost collagen and clarity and drastically reduce fine lines.
- Wet Suit Cell Hydrating Supplement - This supplement seeks to hydrate the skin from the inside out. With ingredients like vitamin E, zinc, copper, and Co-Q-10, the product promises to lock in moisture and fight inflammation.
- Day Reform Treatment - This cream works in two ways-- it corrects existing damage, but it also aims to prevent new damage.
Acne Treatments
Murad's acne program can be seen on television and is used by millions of people. According to the web site, over 90 percent of users see improved skin tone within four weeks. Products include:
- Clarifying Cleanser - Using menthol, triclosan, and salicylic acid, this daily cleanser removes bacteria from the skin.
- Exfoliating Acne Treatment Gel - This gel cleans pores with a combination of retinol, hydrogen peroxide, salicylic acid, and glycolic acid. At the same time, licorice, chamomile, and aloe vera fight inflammation and redness.
- Skin Perfecting Lotion - This lightweight lotion uses a variety of ingredients, including retinol, talc, algae, and honey extract, to leave skin smooth, hydrated, and clear.
Transforming Your Skin
Murad Skin Care takes their goals seriously. With the Murad Personalized Skin Care Evaluation you'll get a true picture of what your skin needs to remain supply and healthy. Fill out the easy form and begin transforming your skin today.
