Benzoyl Peroxide is a common and harsh ingredient that can irritate and dry out your skin, and even make your breakouts look worse.

Murad Acne products do not contain Benzoyl Peroxide and are specially formulated with hydrating agents, anti-inflammatories, antioxidants and specific acne-fighters which work together to provide the best environment for achieving optimal skin healthTo gently fight breakouts, Acne Complex® uses Hydrogen Peroxide, which is stabilized by a patented delivery system. Penetrating the skin, this ingredient kills anaerobic bacteria that lives in the follicle. Salicylic Acid then exfoliates surface cell buildup to keep skin clear while preventing future breakouts.

Benzoyl peroxide can
dry out  and irritate
your skin 

STRAIGHT FROM THE DOCTOR

Acne Complex calms
and sooths the skin

"I did not include Benzoyl Peroxide in the Acne Complex® system because it has a side effect of drying the skin and irritating it.
In the formula for the Acne Complex® system, I apply agents that calm, soothe and hydrate the skin. As we reduce the redness, the skin is healthier. There is a nice glow without the redness, without the irritation. That combination is what really makes the system work so well.”

– Howard Murad, M.D.