Product Review: Philosophy's Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser

Maggie OLeary
For the last few years, I have been on a seemingly never-ending search for the perfect facial wash and moisturizer. I have tried everything from drugstore brands to high-end lines from department stores. When I logged onto Sephora.com a few months ago and saw that they had Philosophy skin care products on sale, I decided I'd take a chance and try them.

I ordered Philosophy's "Makeup Optional Kit for Congested Skin." I have combination skin, with an oily t-zone, so this kit matched my skin type best. The kit contained several other products, including moisturizer and skin serum. As soon as my order arrived, I tried everything out. After using the Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser, I noticed that my skin felt clean and smooth. It didn't clear up all my skin's issues immediately, but it did cut down on the amount of oil that my face produced during the day.

After a week of use, my skin was hardly recognizable. All of my blemishes were gone, and my skin stayed dry and clean all day. I even woke up every morning with dry, clean skin, which was a first for me in about 20 years. Combined with the other products in the Makeup Optional Kit, I looked and felt like a completely different person.

I have now been using this product for over six months. Switching to Philosophy's skin care line has honestly been the best choice I have ever made for my skin. I look and feel so much better, and no longer have to cover my face in concealer and foundation to feel confident.

Compared to drugstore facial cleansers, the Purity Made Simple cleanser is a bit pricey at $20 for 8 ounces, $32 for 16 ounces, and $40 for 24 ounces from Philosophy.com, but most major department stores, Ulta and Sephora have the product on sale from time to time. Many times, you can also receive a travel-size kit of products with your Philosophy order from most department store websites, which increase the value for money spent. The product is definitely worth a try for any skin type.

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Published by Maggie OLeary - Featured Contributor in Lifestyle

Maggie O Leary served on active-duty in the United States Military from 1997 to 2010, before joining the Reserves. She is currently attending college full-time, pursuing a Bachelor s Degree in History. In ad...  View profile

  • Philosophy products are a bit more expensive than other brands, but are worth the extra money.
  • Purity Made Simple can clear up even the most problem skin, and leave you feeling fresh and clean.
  • Purity Made Simple is easy to use - just apply, massage for 60 seconds and rinse!
Philosophy was founded in 1996 by Cristina Carlino, a skin care entrepreneur and visionary with over 30 years of experience in the industry. The company offers a full line of skincare, makeup, and bath and body products.

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