Product Reviews Rated 4.11 out of 5 stars
480 Reviews
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 something you would want to hear having acne EVER!.... i used to live on the west coast and i moved with my husband to the east coast and my skin threw a complete fit kuz of humidity so i tried this on a whim just because philosophy has a good reputation on all of their products i wasnt expecting great results just because ive been let down for sooo many years with prescriptions,pills,topicals etc etc....anyway i used this and its really gentle especially when i use the pads it doesnt burn my sensitive skin at all...the face wash is great i get a very nice clean i use this with my clairsonic mia and i feel like i got every trace of dirt and oil my pores feel pure my stubborn skin had improved with just one use and by the second day my skin was already clearing up this product is literally a miracle i totally reccomend this product too anyone please philosophy dont ever discontinue this item you'll leave soo many of us depressed
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 so I got the cleanser thinking that using the entire system would work wonders. Unfortunately, adding the cleanser to my routine made my face dry, red and itchy. I have sensitive skin so I wouldn't recommend the entire line for people like me. I do still use the treatment pads and moisturizer at night, as well as the spot treatment as needed. I'm going to stick to the purity cleanser in the am and the microdelivery exfoliator in the pm. That is what seems to be working best for me! :)
Reviewed by 480 customers Great buy! 5
Bburch from Pittsburgh
I love that I can use this on my sensitive skin daily and it leaves me feeling clean and refreshed. One bottle lasts me for months. This is my favorite product for clearing my skin of all makeup.
Struggled with Acne Whole Life - Highly Recommend 5
SkinCareCurator from Texas
This is the first acne cleanser I have ever used that treats my acne without detrimentally drying out my face (thus causing more oil and more acne). I would recommend this to everyone that is suffering from non-hormonal acne.
It really does work 5
allisond01 from Pennsylvania
Yes it is expensive but my skin has definitely cleared up in the 3 weeks I have a had it. Still a couple of spots but the breakouts are pretty much gone.
It really does work 5
aj0119 from Pennsylvania
Yes it is expensive but my skin has definitely cleared up in the 3 weeks I have a had it. Still a couple of spots but the breakouts are pretty much gone.
Great facial wash 5
AliciaL from Niagara Falls, NY
Gentle enough for every day use but still does it's job!
Fresh and clean 5
Jody G from Depew, NY
I feel this is a deep cleanser without drying or messing with my sensitive skin. Very happy with this product. I use the whole skincare line.
Buy this over and over 5
Ana from Massachusetts
I have oily skin, not like combo oily i mean oily oily. I've lost count if how many bottles of this ive purchased, but have deff used it more since mascne became a problem for me. It helps keep my mascne at bay and reduces my strawberry nose when I use it frequently.
The Stupid Sticker!!! 1
Nicole Toronto from Toronto, ON
I wonder what marketing genius came up with the idea to put that stupid "a blemish is a small stuff..." sticker on the bottle!? When you peel it off the residue stays on and is impossible to get rid of, and every time you grab the bottle your hand is sticky and dirty right away! If you want your stupid gimmicks put the note in the box don't glue it on the bottle!
Best product for acne cleansing 5
Pinkldy from Merrick, NY
I've used acne cleansers from other brands with mixed results. Clear days ahead cleans my face without any abrasives or harsh chemicals. it's my only cleanser of choice right now.
Love 5
Siamese66 from SC
I love this product, I have rosacea and my face is usually really red, prone to acne and burns, since using this my face is clear, soft and no burning sensations at all, this is truly a wonderful product and I will never be without it again!
Great Product 5
ScottG from Rock Hill, Sc
I have combination skin and from time to time I get small break outs on my neck do to shaving. I use this product daily, massaging it on my face for approximately 30-seconds, after a thorough rinse, my face comes out squeaky clean without any excessive irritation.
Daily face wash 5
Mburg from South Carolina
Used daily as part of a routine. Has helped resolve my adult acne issues.
Best acne product I've ever used 5
Jules from Raleigh, NC
I'm 21 years old and I've been struggling with acne since middle school. I've probably spent hundreds of dollars trying to find a product that worked, but nothing seemed to help. A friend recommended this to me about a week ago, and I'll never use anything else again. After 2 uses I could see a difference, and now after about 5 uses my acne is almost completely gone. Never stood behind a product as much as I do with this one. 11/10 for sure. My skin hasn't looked this good in years!
Favorite skin care product 5
Chloe from Washington
Love love love this product. I'm on my 3rd bottle and do not plan on buying any other face wash anytime soon. I was recommended to buy this at Ulta since I wanted a salicylic acid wash. I do not get acne that much if I do it's just tiny bumps and this brand does wonders for my face. I get so many compliments on my skin and it's only because of the philosophy line.
Broke out a lot 1
Lisa from NJ
I really wanted to love this but I broke out so badly & had to return
Never been so clear before 5
HBG from Gulf coast of Alabama
This product is the only one I use for acne treatment. If I don't use it for a few days I get bad cystic acne. This stuff is amazing and a life saver!
Great! 5
EC from California
This is a great cleanser for cleansing your pores! This my second time buying it. It does dry out your skin easily so moisturize after.
Absolutely in Love with this! 5
Dani from Richmond, VA
I've had acne for almost 20 years & this is the first facial wash that hasn't let me down. It truly cleanses, gets rid of acne & helps prevent breakouts. I can comfortably wear no makeup because of this skin care line! Thanks Philosophy!
Wish I could love it 2
L_Monty from Phoenixville, PA
I went into the store looking for another brand of face wash and had this recommended by an employee. I was changing brands anyway and it was the same price as what I was planning on buying so I took a chance on it, fully expecting to love it. The first time I used it, it did make a positive difference! My skin looked brighter and cleaner. The cleanser smells great and I like how it felt while I was using it. The next 2 days I only used it once a day and I did notice that my face felt a little tighter and more dry but didn't think much because my skin has a hard time with new products. After 2 days, I noticed I was starting to break out on my chin, cheeks, and forehead. I deal with some cystic hormonal breakouts on my chin around this time every month but these new breakout locations and in my normal places were not cystic but big white heads emerging- I have not dealt with this many in years. The only conclusion I could come to was that it was caused by this cleanser. I wanted to love it and I can see how it works so well for some, sadly this just wasn't meant for me to love. To anyone who is debating on buying this- don't let the bad reviews sway your decision. If it sound like it could be a good solution then totally go for it! Skin care is so specific to each person. The only way you'll know it's not for you is for you to try it!
Haven't used long enough, but... 3
Monique82 from North Carolina
I have been using this product for about 2 weeks. Honestly, it does dry up acne gently and help reduce the size of bumps. The second week in, my chin really broke out. My chin was already in the process of a break out prior to using product though. Now, my skin is starting to clear up again. I expected my breakout to worsen some when I first started using this. Neutrogena makes an oil-free 2% salicylic acid cleanser with aloe and chamomile. I felt this product did about the same as that product has for me so far.
the whole line is amazing! 5
cyndi from MD
the CDA line is the only thing that has helped my sons acne. he has had four different Rxs that did not work. i saw a major improvent instantly with this line
Love this product! 5
KPinkee from Minneapolis
I hit about 30 and started to suffer from adult acne. I tried so many different types of acne face wash, from Proactive to Cetaphil and this is the only stuff that keeps my face shiny, clean with zero zits! Love Philosophy!
Love This Acne Cleanswer 4
ultafan4eva from Bay Area
I found this product at Ulta and loved it, just beware if you super sensitive skin then it will dry your skin out along with the acne. It's good because it gets rid of the acne and bad due to drying your skin out but just use a moisturizing face lotion via the Philosophy brand and you are all set. :)
Don't waste your money. 1
Tc from FL
I only used this product 3 times and it made my face SO dry and irritated. It ruined my skin and I'm trying to get it back to normal.
Must have 4
Nita B from Los Angeles
This gentle cleanser has been my go to product for 3 years. People always give me compliments on my skin. It does a fantastic job of keeping pimples away.
