Works for
CleansingPpg-5-ceteth-20, Hydrogenated lecithin + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Murad's Clarifying Toner eliminates oil & impurities to balance, cool and refresh blemish-prone skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (hydrogenated lecithin, ppg-5-ceteth-20) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishTaurine, AllantoinNot delivered
“Murad Acne Clarifying Toner removes excess oils and impurities from the skin, helping to diminish breakouts and promote a clear complexion.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Alcohol + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Hamamelis virginiana water~5.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterButylene glycol~3.9–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolAlcohol~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPpg-5-ceteth-20~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A solvent with some emollient properties
More about Ppg-5-ceteth-20Chondrus crispus extract~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractCucumis sativus fruit extract~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractVitis vinifera seed extract~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis vinifera seed extractTocopherol~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolAllantoin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinMagnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateUrea~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaYeast amino acids~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trehalose~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseInositol~0.3–0.6%
Taurine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurineBetaine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineLecithin~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinPentylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPeg-12 dimethicone~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Peg-12 dimethiconeMenthoxypropanediol~0.2–0.4%
Menthol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Palmitoyl hydroxypropyltrimonium amylopectin/glycerin crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.35%
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPropylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolChlorphenesin~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium dehydroacetate~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.15%
Lemongrass oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citral~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 42090~0.05%
Ci 60730~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Hamamelis virginiana water, Butylene glycol, Alcohol, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Chondrus crispus extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Urea, Yeast amino acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Lecithin, Hydrogenated lecithin, Pentylene glycol, Peg-12 dimethicone, Menthoxypropanediol, Menthol, Palmitoyl hydroxypropyltrimonium amylopectin/glycerin crosspolymer, Sodium hydroxide, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Citric acid, Propylene glycol, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium dehydroacetate, Potassium sorbate, Lemongrass oil, Citral, Parfum, Ci 42090, Ci 60730
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| MuradClarifying TonerYOUR PRODUCT | the Torriden StoreDive in Skin Booster Lotion Hydratante | Paula's choiceResist Advanced Replenishing Toner | MavalaClean & Comfort Caress Toning Lotion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 32% |
| Price | $34.00 | $26.86−$7.14 | $29.00−$5.00 | $14.08−$19.92 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 1 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Phytosphingosine | Ferulic Acid | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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