Murad advanced active radiance serum

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Water
2. Glycolic Acid
3. Butylene Glycol
4. Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
5. Cyclopentasiloxane
6. Urea
7. Yeast Amino Acids
8. Trehalose
9. Inositol
10. Taurine
11. Betaine
12. Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus Indica Flower Extract
13. Hexapeptide-2
14. Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
15. Jojoba Esters
16. Dimethicone Crosspolymer
17. Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
18. Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
19. Enantia Chlorantha Extract
20. Oleanolic Acid
21. Ectoin
22. Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
23. Biotin
24. Mannitol
25. Zinc Gluconate
26. Tocopheryl Acetate
27. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
28. Ethylhexyl Palmitate
29. Silica Dimethyl Silylate
30. Sodium Hyaluronate
31. Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
32. Ascorbic Acid
33. Chitosan
34. Propyl Gallate
35. Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
36. Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide
37. Menthyl Lactate
38. Lauryl Laurate
39. Hydroxyethyl Behenamidopropyl Dimonium Chloride
40. Ethylhexylglycerin
41. Silica
42. Xanthan Gum
43. Ppg-26-Buteth-26
44. Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
45. Sodium Hydroxide
46. Disodium Edta
47. Phenoxyethanol
48. Caprylyl Glycol
49. Chlorphenesin
50. Limonene
51. Fragrance
52. Yellow 5
53. Orange 4

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains mineral oilContains PEGContains essential oils

Formulation view Water-based formula containing glycolic acid for exfoliation, combined with urea, trehalose, and plant extracts. Added vitamin C derivatives and hyaluronic acid for antioxidant and moisturizing effects. Silicones modify texture, suitable for dull skin needing brightening. Factory view: Combining alpha hydroxy acids and silicones requires strict pH control to maintain preservative efficacy and stability in a sterile filling environment.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

BUFFERING

Glycolic Acid

HUMECTANT

Butylene GlycolYeast Amino AcidsTrehalose

EMULSION STABILISING

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Cyclopentasiloxane

ANTISTATIC

Urea

Other ingredients

InositolTaurineBetaineHydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus Indica Flower ExtractHexapeptide-2Hydrolyzed Jojoba EstersJojoba EstersDimethicone CrosspolymerCamellia Oleifera Leaf ExtractAvena Sativa Kernel ExtractEnantia Chlorantha ExtractOleanolic AcidEctoinSodium Ascorbyl PhosphateBiotinMannitolZinc GluconateTocopheryl AcetateDipotassium GlycyrrhizateEthylhexyl PalmitateSilica Dimethyl SilylateSodium HyaluronateTetrahexyldecyl AscorbateAscorbic AcidChitosanPropyl GallateMethyl Diisopropyl PropionamideEthyl Menthane CarboxamideMenthyl LactateLauryl LaurateHydroxyethyl Behenamidopropyl Dimonium ChlorideEthylhexylglycerinSilicaXanthan GumPpg-26-Buteth-26Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilSodium HydroxideDisodium EdtaPhenoxyethanolCaprylyl GlycolChlorphenesinLimoneneFragranceYellow 5Orange 4

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Ingredients explained

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Glycolic Acid

Glycolic acid for exfoliation; requires buffering at concentrations >10%, avoid combination with other acids.

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

High-molecular-weight thickener and emulsion stabilizer; requires electrolytes or acid adjustment near isoelectric point for optimal performance.

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Urea

Potent humectant and keratolytic, >10% has exfoliating effect; stinging sensation at high levels, sensitive skin caution

Yeast Amino Acids

Yeast-derived soluble amino acid mix; potent humectant with small molecules for easy penetration, good for dry/damaged skin.

Trehalose

Trehalose; mild humectant and stabilizer for proteins/actives; hygroscopic, light skin feel.

Inositol

Humectant at 0.5–2%; gentle moisturizing, suitable for sensitive skin

Taurine

Taurine; buffering and chelating. Common in shampoos and eye washes, water-soluble.

Betaine

Betaine for mild moisturizing/surfactant; low concentration 1-2% common, high may irritate.

Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus Indica Flower Extract

Hydrolyzed cactus extract; antioxidant for anti-aging; check hydrolysis impact

Hexapeptide-2

Not decoded yet

Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters

Lightweight emollient and film-former; improves hair slip, generally low concentration.

Jojoba Esters

Jojoba esters, light emollient ester, low comedogenic; sebum-like, excellent spreadability.

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Crosslinked silicone polymer providing silkiness and viscosity control; for hair and skin; inert but hard to biodegrade.

Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract

Camellia oleifera leaf extract containing tea polyphenols; acts as astringent and skin conditioner, monitor raw material consistency.

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

Antioxidant and soothing extract; mild abrasive properties, common in conditioning formulas

Enantia Chlorantha Extract

Botanical extract; sun care concept, limited clinical data, test low conc

Oleanolic Acid

Oleanolic acid derived from rose petals; terpene compound with floral scent used as a skin conditioning agent.

Ectoin

Cosmectin and skin protector, enhances skin tolerance; water-soluble, 0.1–5% common, compatible with most systems

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Vitamin C derivative antioxidant at 0.5–2%; light-sensitive, requires opaque packaging

Biotin

Vitamin B7 nutrient claimant; topical effect limited, use at 1-20 ppm.

Mannitol

Polyol humectant with binding/skin conditioning properties; high levels may cause osmotic irritation

Zinc Gluconate

Chelated zinc salt with antimicrobial and deodorizing effects; used in antiperspirants and oral care; has EU concentration limit.

Tocopheryl Acetate

Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate for moisturizing/soothing; inhibits 5-LOX, water-soluble, for sensitive skin.

Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Synthetic ester emollient with light skin feel; small molecule, slightly comedogenic, use cautiously for acne-prone skin, often blended with other oils.

Silica Dimethyl Silylate

Dimethicone modified silica for dry touch; anti-caking and oil absorption

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Lipophilic Vitamin C derivative, antioxidant and brightening; more stable than VC, oil-soluble, must pair with oil phase

Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin C, potent antioxidant requiring acidic environment for stability; oxidizes and discolors easily, needs light and air protection, concentration 1-10%, pure L-ascorbic acid is more irritating.

Chitosan

Chitosan film former and hair fixative; crustacean-derived, label as allergen, high concentrations may cause itching.

Propyl Gallate

Oil-soluble antioxidant for oil stability; mild skin irritant.

Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide

Fragrance ingredient providing herbal or fruity notes; used in low doses; potential allergen, compliance labeling required.

Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide

Cooling agent; immediate tingle, recommend 0.1-0.3% usage

Menthyl Lactate

Menthyl lactate, cooling and fragrance agent, provides mild menthol sensation for refreshing

Lauryl Laurate

Ester emollient; provides slip, stable, low irritation risk.

Hydroxyethyl Behenamidopropyl Dimonium Chloride

Diamonium surfactant; superior conditioning for damaged hair, milder than mono

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

Silica

Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Ppg-26-Buteth-26

Not decoded yet

Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Solubilizer and emulsifier for oil-soluble ingredients; high concentrations may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive skin.

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Disodium Edta

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Chlorphenesin

Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Yellow 5

Synthetic dye for color; known allergen, may irritate sensitive skin.

Orange 4

Orange 4, a synthetic colorant for cosmetics; restricted pigment, must comply with regulatory limits.

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