Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser — Reddit Reviews
by Philosophy
Updated September 8, 2026
Creamy, gentle cleanser favored for dry, sensitive skin; may cause pimples.
What the community says
A creamy, nondrying cleanser often used as a second step after oil cleansing for dry or sensitive skin types. Many find it smooths the skin but some report new pimples, suggesting it may be too harsh for acne-prone users. The formula is versatile enough for shaving and daily use.
What this means for you
What people love
Watch out for
- Can cause new pimples, indicating potential irritation or breakouts
- May not be ideal for acne-prone or redness-prone skin
Product details
Skin Type
Skin type data limited
Where to buy
Real Reddit threads — 10 mentions across 5 threads
Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser on Reddit, in one place — 5 threads from r/tretinoin, r/acne and 2 more, summarized.
“Cleanse again with philosophy purity cleanser.”
Positive
“PM- oil cleanse with BYOMA oil cleanser or mad hippie oil cleanser. Cleanse again with philosophy purity cleanser.”
Positive
“My routine has changed as I’ve learned what does and doesn’t work for me. But here is my current routine.”
Positive
“Philosophy Purity cleanser.”
Mentioned
“Good for all skin types. Gentle and nondrying.”
Mentioned
“Good for shaving face, underarms, and legs.”
Mentioned
“Second cleanse with Philosophy ‘Purity’ cleanser.”
Positive
“PM: Same oil cleanse and second cleanse”
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“Other cleansing oils didn’t work well for me.”
Positive
“Philosophy Purity cleanser”
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“AM: * Philosophy Purity cleanser”
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“PM: * Philosophy Purity cleanser”
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“I wash my face every evening with philosophy brand purity cleanser”
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“My skin has changed a lot over the last year or so.”
Positive
“suggestions, plz!”
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