Retinol Youth Renewal Serum

Name: Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum
Brand: Murad

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Overall score8.4

Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum scores 8.4/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in hydration efficacy (9.8) and low irritation risk (9.5).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Dimethicone

Silicone that smooths and protects

#3Cyclopentasiloxane

Lightweight silicone carrier

#5C14-22 Alcohols

Softens and smooths

Score breakdown

Overall

8.4

Hydration Efficacy9.8

Irritation Risk9.5

Active Ingredient Strength5.1

Ingredient Transparency8.5

Formulation Safety8.5

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum stand out

Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum is an excellent serum with an overall score of 8.4/9.8. Positioned in the premium bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, C14-22 Alcohols — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on hydration (9.8) and low irritation risk (9.5).

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags

Key ingredients

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Dimethicone
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
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Cyclopentasiloxane
Softens and smooths — #3 in the INCI list
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C14-22 Alcohols
Softens and smooths — #5 in the INCI list
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Shea Butter Ethyl Esters
Softens and smooths — #10 in the INCI list
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Retinol
Works on your skin — #11 in the INCI list

What creators are saying

TikTok

Based on these TikTok captions, reviewers are raving about the Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum for its ability to smooth skin, reduce fine lines, and provide results without the irritation that other retinol products can cause. One reviewer specifically mentions it worked well after tretinoin didn't suit their skin, suggesting it's a good option for people who want retinol benefits but have sensitive skin or haven't had success with stronger formulations. However, these captions are quite brief and promotional in nature, so they don't provide detailed information about potential drawbacks or specific skin types beyond general anti-aging benefits.

Based on 5 creator reviews

Full ingredient list

49 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Water/Aqua/Eau #2Dimethicone #3Cyclopentasiloxane #4Isopropyl Palmitate #5C14-22 Alcohols #6Polymethylsilsesquioxane #7Propanediol #8Glyceryl Stearate #9Peg-100 Stearate #10Shea Butter Ethyl Esters #11Retinol #13Ceramide Np #14Sodium Hyaluronate #15Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract #17Squalane #18Punica Granatum Extract #19Tocopheryl Acetate #21Urea #22Yeast Amino Acids #23Trehalose #24Inositol #25Taurine #26Betaine #27Glycerin #28Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride #29Dimethyl Isosorbide #30Silica #31Ethylhexyl Palmitate #32Silica Dimethyl Silylate #33Butylene Glycol #34Lecithin #35Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer #36C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside #37Cetyl Palmitate #38Laureth-23 #39Polysorbate 20 #41Synthetic Fluorphlogopite #42Phenoxyethanol #43Ethylhexylglycerin #44Chlorphenesin #45Disodium Edta #46Sodium Hydroxide #48Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate #49Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891)#50Red 4 (Ci 14700)#51Yellow 5 (Ci 19140)#52Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone #53Citronellol #54Fragrance (Parfum)

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient16
Softens and smooths8
Draws in moisture7
Holds the formula together5
Works on your skin5
Keeps the product fresh3
Added scent3
Formula balancers2

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