A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.30% - 2.80%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
Peptides (hexapeptide-2 0.65% - 1.00%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Humectants (urea 0.30% - 0.55%, trehalose 0.25% - 0.50%, soy amino acids 0.40% - 0.60%, sodium pca 0.25% - 0.45%, inositol 0.25% - 0.50%, glycerin 4.60% - 5.60% and betaine 0.25% - 0.45%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Murad" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.

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The product retails from 25.00£ up to 75.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 115.00A$ in Australia.

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Exfoliation

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

What’s more, niacinamide, hexylresorcinol and plankton extract work in harmony to even your skin tone, strengthen the skin’s protective barrier and smooth the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

Source: Cultbeauty

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.

These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: hexapeptide-2.

Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.

niacinamide 2.3% - 2.8%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

hexapeptide-2 0.65% - 1%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

ascorbyl glucoside 0.9% - 1.15%

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Concentration: Insufficient!

A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products

Evens skin tone

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pigmentation) of environmental stressors such as pollution and sun exposure.

Source: Cultbeauty

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: hexylresorcinol.

Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.

niacinamide 2.3% - 2.8%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

hexylresorcinol 1.2% - 1.4%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals in skin

taurine 0.25% - 0.45%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

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

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

What’s more, niacinamide, hexylresorcinol and plankton extract work in harmony to even your skin tone, strengthen the skin’s protective barrier and smooth the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

Source: Cultbeauty

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: betaine, glycerin.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: hexapeptide-2, niacinamide, urea

hexapeptide-2 0.65% - 1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

dimethicone 4.2% - 5.1%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

glycerin 4.6% - 5.6%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

Anti-blemish

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

niacinamide 2.3% - 2.8%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

taurine 0.25% - 0.45%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

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

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (hexylresorcinol) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

hexylresorcinol 1.2% - 1.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals in skin

taurine 0.25% - 0.45%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

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

yeast extract 0.5% - 0.75%

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Concentration: Insufficient!

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin

Exfoliation

What does the product description say?

Glycolic acid lifts away dull, dead skin cells and allows active ingredients to penetrate more quickly and deeply for faster, better results.

Source: Sephora AU

This product might help exfoliate the skin with urea, but This ingredient is not the most effective.

urea 0.3% - 0.55%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

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

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Key Actives

niacinamide 2.3% - 2.8%

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Works for: Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Reduces irritation, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Reduces redness

yeast extract 0.5% - 0.75%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation, Reduces irritation, Anti-inflammatory, Evens skin tone

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin

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Potential irritants

parfum 0.15% - 0.25%

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An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

limonene 0.15% - 0.25%

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A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

Comodogenic ingredients

plankton extract 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

glycerin 4.6% - 5.6%

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Works for: Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

dimethicone 4.2% - 5.1%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Pentylene glycol, Niacinamide, Butylene glycol, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hexylresorcinol, Ascorbyl glucoside, Hexapeptide-2, Oryza sativa bran extract, Yeast extract, Plankton extract, Soy amino acids, Lecithin, Squalane, Dimethicone, Urea, Yeast amino acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Sodium pca, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polysorbate 60, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Xanthan gum, Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Limonene, Ci 14700, Ci 19140, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891

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Key ingredients	hexapeptide-2 niacinamide +14 more	Common: niacinamide dimethicone +1 more Other: butyrospermum parkii butter cyclopentasiloxane +4 more	Common: niacinamide urea +3 more Other: acetyl octapeptide-3 panthenol +5 more	Common: urea inositol +4 more Other: gluconolactone panthenol +8 more	Common: niacinamide urea +3 more Other: salicylic acid panthenol +1 more	Common: niacinamide caprylic/capric triglyceride +3 more Other: alpha-arbutin kojic acid +2 more	Common: niacinamide urea +4 more Other: glycolic acid palmitoyl tripeptide-5 +11 more	Common: niacinamide urea +4 more Other: carnosine creatine +6 more	Common: niacinamide urea +4 more Other: lactic acid ceramide np +9 more	Common: niacinamide urea +1 more Other: creatine erythritol +8 more	Common: niacinamide urea +3 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 ceramide ap +14 more	Common: niacinamide urea +3 more Other: lactic acid glycine +3 more
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Potential Irritants	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? limonene Has skin benefit? +14 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +10 more	citric acid Has skin benefit? sodium lactate Has skin benefit? +3 more	symphytum officinale leaf extract Has skin benefit? triticum vulgare germ extract Has skin benefit? +3 more	salicylic acid Has skin benefit? benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +3 more	kojic acid Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +8 more	glyceryl oleate Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? +10 more	mentha piperita oil Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? +4 more	glyceryl oleate Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +12 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? menthyl lactate Has skin benefit? +10 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +13 more	chlorphenesin Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +5 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +39 more	water Has skin benefit? pentylene glycol Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +26 more	glycerin Has skin benefit? sodium hyaluronate Has skin benefit? +21 more	water Has skin benefit? propanediol Has skin benefit? +12 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +25 more	water Has skin benefit? prunus amygdalus dulcis oil Has skin benefit? +47 more	water Has skin benefit? betaine Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? propanediol Has skin benefit? +42 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +43 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +17 more

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Murad Environmental Shield Rapid Age Spot Correcting Serum

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Anti-aging

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Evens skin tone

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Moisturizing

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Anti-blemish

Anti-oxidation

Exfoliation

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