Murad

Murad Rapid Relief Acne Sulfur Mask.

Masks & Peels

About this product

A sulfur-based mask designed to help treat acne, reduce clogged pores, and regulate sebum production.

Full ingredients

Water (Aqua), Kaolin, Isopentyldiol, Bentonite, Peat Extract, Zinc Oxide, Propanediol, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Allantoin, Salicylic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Bisabolol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Coco-Glucoside, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Chlorphenesin

Guru Score

75%

Yay

Early verdict · Few reviews so far

What the gurus are saying

The low 5% sulfur concentration makes this mask suitable for people with both acne and sensitive skin who want to avoid harsh treatments. Dermatologists praise it as an effective nighttime option for reducing clogged pores and controlling oil production when used several times a week. One thing to watch: the clay base can leave small particles in pores and nose hairs, so you may need to rinse thoroughly to avoid residue.

Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take September 2024

What they liked

Helps with clogged pores and sebum control
Odor-free formulation

What they flagged

Clay particles can stick in pores during removal

Best for

Oily skin Acne-prone skin

Type

Masks & PeelsCream

Key actives

Salicylic acid (BHA)

Formula notes

Fragrance-freeNo drying alcohol

Where to buy

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What the gurus are saying.

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Cassandra Bankson

2.46M subs

✓Mixed

"Sulfur is great because it works on acne and it can help with sebaceous filaments as well. Sulfur specifically, if it helps to exfoliate the skin, can be a great option as a mask. Murad has one of my favorite masks, but the only thing is that it's kind of like a clay mask too, so if that clay gets stuck in your nose, you're getting rid of sebaceous filaments but then you have clay pieces and you don't want to have to dig those out. So just be aware of that."

Dr. Shereene Idriss

1.73M subs

✓Yay

"Murad has their acne control Rapid Relief Acne Sulfur Mask which retails for $44. This is good if you have a full face of acne but you have sensitive skin. Why? Because the sulfur is only at 5% unlike the other two which were at 10%. It is gray in color and doesn't smell like anything. It also smells like a spa. Chemists have come a long way in formulating sulfur to make sure that you do not smell like a rotten egg."

What the evidence says.

Independent of what the gurus think, this is what the published research supports about the main active ingredients here.

Salicylic acid

Salicylic acid dissolves in oil, so it can get into a pore rather than just working on the surface. That is why it has long-standing evidence for blackheads and milder acne.

Source: DermNet

Urea

Urea both holds water in the skin and gently loosens dead surface cells. At higher strengths it has good evidence for very dry or thickened skin.

Source: DermNet

Sunscreen filters

Sun protection is the best evidenced way to slow visible ageing, and the filters are what does the work. Mineral and chemical filters both protect when a product is applied thickly enough and often enough, which is where most people fall short rather than on the choice of filter.

Source: DermNet

Frequently asked.

What is Murad Rapid Relief Acne Sulfur Mask?

A sulfur-based mask designed to help treat acne, reduce clogged pores, and regulate sebum production.

Is Murad Rapid Relief Acne Sulfur Mask worth it?

Mostly yes. 1 of the 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 75%.

What is Murad Rapid Relief Acne Sulfur Mask's Guru Score?

Murad Rapid Relief Acne Sulfur Mask holds a Guru Score of 75%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.