How do you use Murad serum?

Shoppers call it “youth in a bottle.”

Published on March 4, 2021 @ 11:00PM

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A powerful dark mark brightener is like the skincare equivalent of a zamboni, sweeping across the remnants of acne and sun damage and leaving even, glowing skin behind. The satisfaction goes toe to toe with watching spotless ice emerge, but where a zamboni takes 15 minutes at most, it can take months for most spot lighteners to work on skin. That is, if you're not using Murad's Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum, which shoppers say can erase marks in about a week.

Some people report seeing a "world of difference" in their hyperpigmentation in as little as four days, but a majority note that it takes a month of nightly use before "age spots practically disappear." That said, it ranges: One shopper calls it "youth in a bottle," and adds that their marks were gone in two weeks, while another writes that their skin started glowing in two days.

But across the board, the conclusion is that it "works miracles" on dark spots. According to Dr. Loretta Ciraldo, a Miami-based board-certified dermatologist with over 40 years' experience and founder of Dr. Loretta skincare, that's thanks to the formula's combination of resorcinol, tranexamic acid, and glycolic acid.

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Resorcinol is what's called a "tyrosinase inhibitor," she says, which prevents an enzyme needed to create melanin, the skin's major pigment, from overstimulating. Along the same lines, tranexamic acid blocks the transfer of pigment from melanocytes, which make melanin, to keratinocytes, where it eventually resides. Rounding out the process, Ciraldo says glycolic acid sheds the pigment-laden keratinocytes from the skin's surface, which makes your skin look brighter.

Given that three-point process, it's unsurprising that shoppers say the serum is a "holy grail" for reducing discoloration, dark circles, and scars to create "amazing results." It's so good that it can catch you off guard: "One day, I looked up after several months, and my dark spots on my chin/cheeks were completely gone," one reviewer writes. Excited shoppers note that it even seems to have an effect on life-long birthmarks and melasma within a month, although Ciraldo is doubtful that any topical treatment could impact birthmarks, and typically recommends vitamin C or standalone glycolic acid for melasma.

Still, the shopper writes that the Murad serum completely evened out the melasma on their upper lip, cheeks, and forehead, and within a month all their dark spots were noticeably lighter. Six months later, the marks were completely gone, and friends and family were inquiring about what caused the "drastic" results.

The reviews are unanimous: The potion makes for skin that's radiant, clear, and way more glowing than before, whether you have a deep skin tone or one that's fair and freckly. In the words of one shopper, it's a "perfect product."

How do you use Murad serum?

An intense facial serum that promotes brighter, more even skin.

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How do you use Murad serum?

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum (1 fl. oz.)

An intense facial serum that promotes brighter, more even skin.

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Feels good

I started using this product because I noticed some sun spots or age spots on my face and I trust Dermstore. This product feels amazing and brightens my skin and I see the spots fading gradually. I am on automatic renewal because I love it so much. My skins hasn’t felt this good in a long time and I spend money on quality skincare products.

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Dark spots reduced

This product did reduce the dark spots eventually but it does take 3-4 months of every night use ..if u are looking for a miracle product which will reduce the spots in few days ..this ain't the one. But yeah consistency is key

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Love Murad

Murad is a is an exceptional brand for the price. I wish I could afford the higher end products all the time, however I can not. Murad is affordable and effective. Murad entire line is great for my sensitive skin. I received this as a sample with another purchase and I will add it to my likely next to buy list. I have a lot of hyperpigmentation because I am Irish decent and never stayed out of the sun. So I am honest and real with myself about how much results I'm going to see and how fast. Takes some careless exposure to mess up your skin, takes even longer to fix.

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It's working

I started using this serum about 3 weeks ago, and I feel as if it is beginning to work. I understand dark spot correctors like this require usage over an extended time to really make an impact on the skin, so I plan to stick with this for several months and see what happens. I'll reasses my review at that point. For now, I haven't experienced any breakouts from this serum, it's easy to apply, not sticky, doesn't pill with the moisturizer I use, and it hasn't irritated my skin either.

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Excellent product

I have tried many products, including more expensive prescription medications but really feel that this one works best. It does not irritate my skin and I use it only 3 or 4 times a week. Definitely fades the marks on my face. Does not really work on my hands though

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Not that rapid

I've used this for 3 weeks now and I think i see a slight difference but definitely not significant. It also smells like onions and dries your skin out. I would not recommend.

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Immediate results!

I received a sample of this in a Beautyfix box and I really feel like it makes my face look brighter immediately after use! You can tell it has some powerful ingredients. My sample seems like it will last a long time, but I'd definitely consider buying a full size.

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Great corrector

I have tried many Spa Med dark spot correction serums and lotions, but Murad seems to finally be working. The others didn't work quite as fast as Murad. I use it morning and night. After 5 weeks or so, have noticed a reduction in dark spots.

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Rapid Product...?

Actually, I'm not sure if it's working...3 weeks now and nothing yet....I have been very consistent and I cannot see any difference.

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Glowing skin

I have used both the old formula and the new one and they are both great. I notice a glow right away and with time this product fades spots and evens out my skin tone.

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How to use Murad step by step?

1) Apply your products from thinnest to thickest texture. 2) Apply water-based products before oil-based ones. 3) Give your products time to absorb. Wait 1-2 minutes until each product feels dry, before moving on to the next step.

Does Murad work on dark spots?

Murad's dermatology practice, removes dulling surface cells for enhanced radiance on all skin tones. With Murad's dark spot serum, you can take on dark spots regardless of their triggers, and on various skin tones.