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Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Cleanser by Philosophy deeply cleanses and helps reduce acne-causing bacteria to promote clearer skin.
Benefits
- Deeply cleanses and helps reduce acne-causing bacteria, while salicylic acid effectively reduces breakouts
- It effectively clears skin without irritation, leaving skin feeling completely clean and comfortably balanced
- Salicylic acid effectively reduces acne breakouts
Apply to slightly damp face, and massage for 30-60 seconds. Rinse thoroughly. Use morning and evening. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
Precautions: For external use only. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using if you are using other topical acne medications at the same time or immediately following use of this product. This may increase dryness or irritation of the skin. If this occurs, only one medication should be used unless directed by a doctor. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Active: Salicylic Acid (1.0%). Inactive: Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Acrylates Crosspolymer-4, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Polysorbate 20, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Panthenol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Jojoba Esters, Disodium Capryloyl Glutamate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Sulfate, Potassium Chloride, Butylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydrogen Peroxide, Propylene Glycol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, O-Cymen-5-Ol.
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Questions
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- Q
Is this a cleanser that can be used daily? I have acne prone, VERY oil skin, that dries out easily, and a dry t zone. 30 years of age. Looking for a line that does not cause eye irritation (under eye) or break out skin. Having a hard time!
- Asked by Kenz
- Official Answer By Philosophy - Brand EngageThank you for your question! Our Clear Days Ahead cleanser can be used day or night daily. This cleanser is designed to reduce acne breakouts, and leave your skin feeling balanced. Please keep this product away from your eyes as it may cause irritation. We hope this helps. Have a beautiful day!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Hello, I am seeking advice on an acne cleanser for oily skin. I normally don't have bad acne, but recently I've been breaking out between my eyebrows and just that part of my face. What product do you recommend using? I've never had an acne problem it just happened so suddenly. Not sure what products to use to help me with my sudden break outs.
- Asked by Marisa
- Official Answer By Philosophy - Brand EngageHello, thank you for your question. If your main concern is to combat acne, we would recommend trying products from our Clear Days Ahead collection. You can also go to Philosophy.com and shop by concern, and it will give a list of recommended products. Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I currently bought this item about a week ago used it for 3 days straight and my skin is really dry and looks really ugly I've never had any face wash do this to my skin! Any recommendations as in to what to use?
- Asked by adriannaa4
- Official Answer By Philosophy - Brand EngagePlease contact the Philosophy Customer Experience center 1-800-568-3151Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I use the regular philosophy cleansar daily. How often should I use the acne cleansar? Could i use the regular cleansar to take off my makeup and then follow up with the acne cleanser?
- Asked by Nomi
- Official Answer By Philosophy - Brand EngageYes, the Purity Made Simple cleanser can be used before using the Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Cleanser.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What is recommended to be used with this cleanser for best results?
- Asked by Jess
- Official Answer By Philosophy - Brand EngageWe would recommend he Clear Days Ahead Line for best results when addressing acne prone skin. Was this answer helpful to you
Reviews
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Ratings Distribution
Best Uses
- 183Acne-Prone Skin
- 120Daily Use
- 94Oily Skin
- 80Combination Skin
- 77Sensitive Skin
Describe Yourself
- 114Brand Buyer
- 98Budget Shopper
- 1Dry Skin
- 1Sensitive Skin
- 1Female
Skin Type
- 1Combination
- 1Oily
Most Helpful Positive Review
amazing! use with clairsonic even better!
i dont write reveiws im always one to just read them i made an account here to specifically write a review! ive struggled with acne for years now and i couldnt ever find a solution and after going to numerous dermatologists i became familiar with the response of "our hands and tied" thats not someth...
Most Helpful Critical Review
didn't work for me
I recently started to break out due to stress and I have a new love for philosophy products so I decided to give this a try. Prior to buying this cleanser I had already purchased the 'clear days ahead' moisturizer, treatment pads and acne spot treatment. I was seeing some results with those products...
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My Holy Grail of Acne Treatment
This has been an absolute LIFESAVER. I have ultra oily sensitive skin, and this has kept me almost completely clear. It's gentle but effective, and I've had zero redness/excessive dryness. Plus it has a nice citrusy scent!
Gets the job done
I was recommended this product by n Ulta worker when I went in for daughter. She described how much it helped her daughter's acne. My daughter had been struggling and when we tried it, we saw almost immediatel results. Her inflammation is down and she's not breaking out as much. Nothing else worked like this
Excellent for any age to clear your face
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My face at over 70s began to became pimply . It was only this that help my face to become clear and I am still using it to keep my face clear.
Clogs pores
Contains potassium chloride which is pore clogging. I'ts crazy how something advertised to help acne has ingredients that contribute to acne
Cleared My Face In No Time
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I've never really had a problem w/acne but as you get older of course your skin changes. I started to get 1 or 2 small pimples. So I decided to purchase this cleanser. It completely cleared my skin within 2-3 days. It also proactively prevented any acne bumps from appearing. This cleanser works very well & doesn't dry out my skin. I would highly recommend it 👍🏻