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Philosophy Acne Kit | 
 enlarge | Brand: philosophy
Category: Beauty
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Rating:  31 reviews
Sales Rank: 9886
Media: Misc.
MPN: PY020
ASIN: B000C49RXA
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| • | A 4-step program for treating acne. |
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Product Description
acne kitacne is a genetic condition that can stay with you for the rest of your life. quite simple, acne occurs when the shedding process of dead cells in the hair follicle goes awry. instead of mixing with sebum in the sebaceous gland and being washed out through the pores, the follicle produces cells that stick together, mix with oil, and cause a bacterial reaction which results in at its mildest, a clogged pore and at its most extreme, a cyst. we have a 4-step program to treating acne. step 1-suppress excessive oil production. step 2-shed the pore wall. step 3-help sanitize the skin to protect against bacteria. step 4-seal the skin to help keep the good treatments in and the bad elements out. included in the acne kit: 3.3 oz. on a clear day super wash for oily skin, 1 oz. on a clear day blemish serum, 1 oz. on a clear day hydrogen peroxide cream, and 1 oz. on a clear day protection cream.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 26 more reviews...
 Here's the truth... It works... June 30, 2006
M. Rodriguez (Surprise, AZ USA)
18 out of 20 found this review helpful
Hi, I just wanted to let everyone out their know: that this stuff works.
I have had problematic hormonal acne since the age of 21. I'm 27 now.
After I graduated from the university and started working a real job, the stress went straight to my face (you all know what I am talking about). Unfortunately for me, I am allergic to benzyl peroxide and I have extremely sensitive skin. I also do not do well with tea tree oils and most sulfur and acidic products (basically anything that can kill acne - leaves my face itchy- either swollen like a tomato or is ineffective and I have painful acne bumps...which would you rather do?).
I was a little hesitant after reading the ingredients and noticed that the cleanser had sulfur in it and there was also a jar of pure salicylic acid for blemishes. But, after using other philosophy products for my hair and body - I decided to give it a try. Hell, what's another 50 bucks if it can clear my acne - and if not I can always send it back.
I started using it about 3 weeks ago and my skin has had a tremendous transformation. I finally feel like my acne is under control. I recommend this product fully and it is my duty to tell everyone this after suffering with relentless acne for so many years.
The cleanser is awesome and needs to be in a larger size. The blemish serum is extremely drying, so if you are sensitive like me read the directions and take it slow - don't reapply throughout the day, until your skin is ready. The day and night face creams are cool. The day one is kind of like glue and seals in the treatment - the entire day! That's why it works, because it is on your face until night time when you wash (I can even faintly smell the product). Then you use your night hydrogen peroxide cream, yes not benzyl. Yeah, this cream is intense as well. So take it slow until your skin is ready.
One thing that I do recommend is that if you wear make-up, use the purity cleanser (not in the kit) to initially clean your skin and then use the acne cleanser. That's what I do and it works for me - so I will share it with you.
Another thing I do is I will take a little bit of the hope is not enough SPF moisturizer and put on very little on my super dry areas. Remember this acne kit is intense and you may be prone to drying out and peeling - so some oil-free moisturizer can help hydrate the area around the acne.
Well that's about it. I hope this helps you and let's you know that your acne can be tamed and doesn't have to run your life.
Take care,
M. Rodriguez
Surprise, AZ
It really works March 10, 2007
A. Gasse (Boston, MA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This philosophy kit really works for people with consistant light to moderate acne. I've tried just about everything out there-prescription topicals & pills, Pro-activ, and all the over the counter stuff. I have adult acne, I never experienced acne as a teenager. When I first started using Philosophy's kit I didn't notice a huge change in the first few weeks, beyond pimples clearing up faster. Around week 5 or 6, I began to notice that I wasn't waking up to a new zit every morning and I didn't feel oily at the end of the day. Now, I have been using for 4 months and feel like a new person. I don't have to cover my face with concealer or retouch make-up throughout the day. I can walk out the door with just powder on my face for the first time in years! I would recommend this kit to anyone who can't use benzoyl peroxide and is frustrated with all the other products on the market.
Love it December 4, 2006
Jenn
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I LOVE this kit. My skin feels like velvet, new blemishes clear up in a day or 2, and my makeup goes on easier than ever. I love philosophy and I've just bought the booster shots kit to increas ethe effectivness. Philosophy has gotten me addicted to skincare
The best acne product I have ever used. June 14, 2008
Sara (Baltimore, MD)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have been struggling with acne all over my face since puberty, and nothing I have ever tried has given me long-term results the way that Philosophy Acne kit has. I have tried literally EVERY brand on the drugstore shelf, as well as Proactiv, and was even prescribed something by my doctor. Something was always left to be desired- either it dried my skin out, made my skin oily, saw no results at all, or just broke out more. And proactiv is the most worthless, waste of money crap of all.
I held off on trying Philosophy simply because of the price. I finally gave in, because I thought, "Maybe this is the one that will finally work for me." It is.
There are four products in the kit, but there are two moisturizers. One is for morning, one is for night. It seems from reading the other reviews that some people are using both at the same time, which might be why they are not seeing the same reluts. The face wash is amazing, so refreshing, and it really cleans my face without either drying it out or leving a residue.
To me, the shining star of the kit is the "on a clear day" blemish serum, in the pretty blue bottle. If i feel a blemish starting to form, I make sure to put some on the area right away, and it really just shrinks it up before it has a chance to show on my face.
I hardly ever review anything, but I loved this product so much, and had such a hard time finding the right product, that I just had to put this out there. I will be a Philosophy girl for life!
Amazing! December 22, 2007
Bibliofemme
This kit immediately began to work on my face, clearing my skin at the absolute worst time of the month. Philosophy is my new favorite company for both their skin care and their "Kiss Me" lip balm that is so moisturizing. I highly recommend these products to anyone struggling with their skin.
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