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Philosophy Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment & Moisturizer #1
Philosophy Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment & Moisturizer #1

 Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment & Moisturizer

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Benefits

  • Delivers breathable, oil-free hydration without clogging pores, helps improve skin tone and texture, and provides oil control for a beautiful matte finish

Key Ingredients

  • The antimicrobial formula immediately begins to eliminate acne-causing bacteria, while salicylic acid and oligopeptide-10 help keep skin clear of new acne blemishes with less potential for irritation

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How To Use

Cleanse the skin thoroughly before applying medication. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer 1-3 times daily. Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with 1 application daily, then gradually increase to 2-3 times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. 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.

Ingredients

Active: Salicylic Acid (1.0%). Inactive: Water, Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Butylene Glycol, Acacia Decurrens/Jojoba/Sunflower Seed Wax/Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Squalane, Lecithin, Oligopeptide-10, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid Copolymer, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethoxydiglycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, O-Cymen-5-Ol.

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Review Snapshot

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219 ReviewsWrite a Review
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Most Helpful Positive Review
The most AMAZING acne treatment!!

I have struggled for many years with oily, acne prone skin, and have tried just about everything on the market. The clear days ahead acne treatment is the most effective moisturizer I have ever used. It leaves my skin soft and smooth and exfoliates my skin gently, with little to no redness and irrit...

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Please bring back Hope in a Bottle

This product is more gelatinous and wet in consistency, and feels slick on the skin most of the day (like oil). I prefer Hope in a Bottle, which is a satiny (less wet) lotion. Clear Days may fight acne and control oil, but the slippery wet feel on the skin is not what I want, so oil control is moot....

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Love it

Submitted 4 years ago

By Jadeey

From Nebraska

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I've tried so many moisturizer before I struggled with acne and it's hard to find a good moisturizer for my skin type. but this one works best for me. I've been using it for 4 weeks now. I was a little hesitant at first it was kinda pricey but it worth it. it's not greasy on my skin which I love about it.

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Works !

Submitted 4 years ago

By Kat 324

From Boston MA

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Philosophy - BV

My grand daughter loves this product. Her mom went looking for it and couldn't find it. Teenage girls and prom season need this in their beauty treatment. Never too young or too old to learn proper skin care.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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The best!

Submitted 4 years ago

By Shelly G

From Bremerton, WA

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I have been looking for something that would moisturize my skin and prevent/fix acne and this is definitely it! Wouldn't use anything else! For years now, this is a mainstay and I've recommended to many others.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Helpful, but not a fix all

Submitted 4 years ago

By Rae05

From Minneapolis, MN

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Helps a lot but for sensitive and highly irritated skin, it doesn't clear up breakouts entirely

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Awesome product, bad packaging

Submitted 4 years ago

By Kacie

From Richmond, VA

I seriously think that the only reason this product isn't more popular is due to the HORRIBLE packaging. I literally have a method for extracting the lotion from this terrible little bottle bc it's literally THE best daytime moisturizer that I've ever used. My skin never feels too dry or oily after use, it's like it perfectly balances all the oils on my skin and maintains it throughout the day. BUT since this product has salicylic acid, it's important to make sure you're wearing sunscreen over top. I used this for years without any sun protection and the additional damage around my eyes and the tips of my cheeks where sun hits most is quite prevalent. Putting any actives on your face without sun protection is a risk, but especially acids like salicylic. Wear your sunscreen, don't use the normal "opening" on the bottle (I either poke a hole in the tamper seal for better control or I simply chop off the top and keep it in a plastic bag), and this product is LIQUID GOLD for oily skin.

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Q&A

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Do you use this after cleansing and before the toner? Or after the toner? And do you leave it on and continue with the rest of your skincare?
Asked by T
Official Answer By Philosophy - Brand Engage
Thank you for your question! We recommend using the Clear Days Ahead spot treatment after cleansing the skin and generally after using toner. Simply cover the entire affected area with a thin layer 1-3 times daily. Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with 1 application daily, then gradually increase to 2-3 times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this product just for face? Or can be use on body as well?
Asked by Yolie
Official Answer By Philosophy - Brand Engage
The Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment & Moisturizer is specifically formulated and tested only for the face.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this product help with hormonal acne?
Asked by Allannah
Official Answer By Philosophy - Brand Engage
Yes, the Clear Days Ahead line is effective on Hormonal acne. Was this answer helpful to you
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How much Salicylic Acid is in this product?
Asked by Kiki
Official Answer By Philosophy - Brand Engage
The amount of each ingredient is proprietary and can not be listed Was this answer helpful to you
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Would this be a good product for a 12 year old? has breakouts on forehead & chin. Probably hormonal but still is bothersome to her.
Asked by Joy
Verified Reply - Brand ExpertYes, the Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment & Moisturizer would be able to address the breakouts. However, we would recommend consulting with a physician before using any products.Was this answer helpful to you