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Rhode Barrier Restore Cream scores 8.5/9.8 vs Murad Essential-C Cleanser at 8.0/9.8. Rhode Barrier Restore Cream wins for active ingredients.
Rhode Barrier Restore Cream edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: April 2026
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Where Rhode Barrier Restore Cream really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 6.4 compared to Murad Essential-C Cleanser's 4.4. Its formula features Niacinamide, Ceramide Np, and Ceramide Ap in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Rhode Barrier Restore Cream scores 9.0 here versus 8.4 for Murad Essential-C Cleanser. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Rhode Barrier Restore Cream brings Niacinamide, Ceramide Np, and Ceramide Ap as actives, while murad Essential-C Cleanser relies on Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, and Ascorbyl Palmitate. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Murad Essential-C Cleanser is better if you have
Rhode Barrier Restore Cream is better if you have
At premium pricing with a score of 8.0, Murad Essential-C Cleanser is a decent pick. Rhode Barrier Restore Cream sits at the mid-range level with a 8.5 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.
Rhode Barrier Restore Cream edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Murad Essential-C Cleanser is still a solid pick.
Based on ingredient analysis, Rhode Barrier Restore Cream scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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