Murad Essential-C Foaming Facial Cleanser, 2 fl oz — Vitamin C Antioxidant Hydrating Gel

Murad Essential-C Facial Cleanser is a gentle foaming vitamin-rich face wash that removes impurities while delivering antioxidant support and hydration.

This lightweight foaming gel combines vitamins A, C and E with soothing humectants to clean skin without stripping it. The formula includes vitamin-packed beads for a burst of antioxidants during use and is designed for twice-daily cleansing. Free from parabens, phthalates and gluten, the product aims to refresh skin with a mild citrus scent and prepare your complexion for serums and SPF.

How does this cleanser fit into a morning routine?

Use the foaming gel as the first step to remove overnight oils, residual products and pollution particles. Its mild foam helps create a clean base so serums and moisturizers absorb more effectively. Follow with a vitamin C serum for targeted brightening and an SPF to protect skin during the day.

• Apply to damp skin and massage for 30–60 seconds to lift impurities
• Rinse fully and pat skin dry before serum and sunscreen
• Works under makeup prep for smoother application

Will it be too drying for sensitive or dry skin?

The formula balances cleansing agents with moisturizing ingredients like panthenol and allantoin to reduce tightness after washing. Vitamin beads deliver antioxidants without abrasive exfoliation, and the gel is formulated to avoid harsh stripping. Those with very reactive skin should patch-test first, but the cleanser is intended to be hydrating rather than desiccating.

• Contains panthenol and allantoin to soothe and soften
• Gentle foam that minimizes over-drying
• Free of parabens, phthalates and gluten for sensitive-prone routines

What skin concerns does it address and how?

By combining vitamins A, C and E, the cleanser supplies antioxidant support that helps neutralize environmental stressors and conditions the skin surface. It helps refresh the complexion and primes skin for follow-up treatments like brightening serums. While not a treatment serum itself, it supports a brighter, more even-looking base when used consistently.

• Vitamin C beads deliver antioxidant boost with each use
• Vitamins A and E help condition and support skin resilience
• Prepares skin to receive targeted serums and moisturizers

How should I use this cleanser for best results?

Dispense a small amount onto damp hands and massage gently across face and neck in circular motions. Rinse thoroughly and follow with Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum or a Vita-C glycolic serum for brighter results, then apply daytime SPF. For daily maintenance, use morning and evening as part of a consistent regimen.

• Massage onto damp skin and rinse; use twice daily
• Layer with Murad serums for enhanced brightening benefits
• Always finish with SPF during daytime use

Who is this for: Murad Essential-C Facial Cleanser is suited for anyone seeking a gentle, antioxidant-forward daily wash — ideal for normal, combination, oily or dry skin types that want a refreshing, non-stripping clean. It works well for people who use active serums and need a cleanser that prepares skin without interfering with treatments, and for shoppers prioritizing formulas free from parabens, phthalates and gluten.