This made me break out. I have oily skin, but rarely break out, and this did it. I kept using it to see if it would go away, and I got more acne in a different area instead. But everyone is different.

The oils could actually help. Skin normally breaks out because it's not getting enough moisture and produces it's own which can lead to breakouts. But if you keep your skin moisturized then it will have no need to produce it's own oil.

i wouldn't recommend this cleanser if you have oily skin. this is best suited for people with normal to dry skin.

It doesn't make me breakout and I oily skin.

I've used this product for a month and it has cleared up my skin completely. It's a miracle-worker!

This cleared up my skin better than anything I have ever used, including Proactiv. I use this at night and the microdelivery exfoliating wash in the morning, and I never break out anymore. My skin hasn't look so good since the fifth grade, seriously.

I found it to be drying to my skin. I think it would be very good for someone with normal to oily skin.

yes, I have combination skin and have had no problem with additional oil.

No, the oils in this product (before they changed the ingredients) wouldn't make your skin too oily. I also have combination skin and found that it added moisture to my dry areas and because it cleaned so deeply it controlled my shiny areas better.
HOWEVER- they have recently added 2 sulfates in the top 5 ingredients and this will have more of a drying effect on your skin. So, I would be careful.
I no longer plan to use it for this reason.

i am not very prone to acne now that i've gotten older but it cleans and it doesn't feel dry like when washing with ordinary soap. i really recommend this product.

I break-out easily, and this seems to keep me blemish free without the
drying effects

I ALSO HAVE OILY SKIN AND THIS WORKS GREAT FOR ME., I HAVENT HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH MORE BREAKOUTS.

I have combo break-out prone skin and have used this without any lingering problems. After the first few days I used it I did get a couple of pimples, but I kept using it and they cleared up. I came to the conclusion that Purity was just pulling the junk out of my skin.

i feel as though it did cause more frequent breakout

I have oily skin & have used this product for over 2 years without any problem whatsoever. It leaves my skin feeling clean without feeling stripped & without any oily residue.

yes you can absolutely use this fantastic cleanser!!! i use it everyday & i have oily acne prone skin, and contrary to many myth's out there, you're skin, no matter what type needs oils to keep it looking it's best. when deprived of cleanser's & moisturizer's you're skin actually has to compensate and produce oil's which will lead to break-outs!! so don't hate, participate in taking care of you're skin<3 lizzy79

It sounds weird but the BEST thing I have found for removing eye make-up is No Tears Baby Shampoo. My eyes used to water quite a bit in SF, especially if it was a windy day. My optometrist made the recommendation to me saying not all of the makeup was being removed and was clogging my ducts. I have not used anything since. It's great and super cheap. And no, it doesn't hurt your eyes. I do keep mine closed when using it :)

Yes it removes even waterproof mascara.

Purity gently yet thoroughly cleanses off stubborn waterproof eyeliner and mascara. I just rub gently with my finger on the lash line and under my eyes and *poof* it's all gone. I don't need a separate eye makeup remover. Even when the product gets in my eyes, it does not irritate at all. I recommend this as a mascara remover over all other eye makeup remover products out there. I haven't found anything more effective than Purity.

I use mascara as well as eyeliner and this removes it all for me. If using waterproof mascara, I usually wash my eyes with this first before moving on to the rest of my face but if cleansing for the 30-60 seconds as recommended you shouldn't have a problem with removing eye makeup.

Takes care of my mascara, but then again, I don't use waterproof mascara. I wash off my eyeliner with it, and it doesn't burn my eyes at all. I love this cleanser, I can't say enough good things about it. Everyone should use it.

Since I have been using Purity, I have not used a separate eye makeup remover. I just wash my face with Purity, and the mascara comes off. I don't even have to rub hard around my eyes. With some mascaras that have a lot of pigment, I sometimes have a little black smudge around my eyes. However, I usually just wash with a little extra Purity around my eyes, or I wipe it off with my washcloth. I am so glad I don't have to use a separate product for my mascara, especially when I travel.

I think Purity Make Simple does a great job removing makeup, including mascara. I usually wear a waterproof mascara, when washing my face I gently rub my eyelashes and just below the lash line on the lower lids to remove all traces of mascara and eyeliner.

YES IT DOES. IT GOES ALL OVER THE FACE AND IS GENTLE ENOUGH FOR THE EYES. I LOVE IT!!

not so great on mascara

From my experience, you'll still need a makeup remover. It works quite well for mineral eyeshadows though.

I wouldn't put anything with toner in it near my eyes. It's best to buy a seperate remover! I'm sure it would work, but it would be very uncomfortable as an eyemakeup remover...

Great for all skin typesfrom oily to dry.
Removes all makeup including mascara with ease!

I use this cleanser every morning and then I use a moisturizer from Bare Escentuals. They both work beautifully together. They do not clash at all.

Yes. I started using the cleanser before i ever bought the moisturizer and nighttime products and it works great! I used a Neutrogena moisturizer while using the cleanser and they were very compatible!

Yes, it is compatible; I have no problem using other moisturizers with it. I have used HOPE - it seems to be pretty heavy when first putting it on. I have dry skin so after a few minutes it absorbes into the pores and actually gives my skin a more youthful appearance.

I've used several other moisturizers with Purity with success. I've tried everything from Olay to Kinerase. I actually prefer them to some of the heavier Philosophy moisturizers like Hope In A Jar.

I use a different moisturizer because I didn't like thiers. I use the clinique gel for oily skin and it works just great.

I use Dr. Perricone's products with the philosophy cleansers and have no weird reaction. I use the Serum Prep, Amine, and Intensive Moisture Therapy with great results. I have sensitive skin.

I have used other moisturizers with Purity and have not experienced any clashing. I believe it works well with other products that are not from the Philosophy line

I've used Boscia and DDF moisurizers with Purity and I also use Ole Hendriksen eye cream. I have sensitive skin and I haven't had any problems with those brands after cleansing with Purity.

I use other products and have not had a problem at all. I use another brand of toner and moisterizer with no problem.

I use a nickel-sized amount of this product and it suits me just fine.

This is kind of watery so I would say about a half-dollar size. I don't think it lathers much and I wouldn't call it concentrated either.

I use about a nickle size amount and it works just fine.

I usually use about a dime to nickel size amount and it's plenty. That's what's so great - it lasts forever! You're not buying a new bottle once a month!

I use just a small amount- about a dime size drop.

A dime size will work. A little goes a long way!

I use about a nickel size amount and I am good to go!

I would say you would be better off using Murad's clarifying cleanser

I would not recommend this wash. It is quite gentle and not ideal for acne-prone skin. (I never felt that truly clean feeling after using it, and it did nothing for my boyfriend's skin either). I recommend Anthony exfoliating wash for men or anything from the Clinique line for acne-prone skin. The blue wash in the tube...what is it called?...works great for me. It is just face wash for normal to oily skin, and it does the trick.

Remember, if you are breaking out, it is really important to use a good exfoliator at least once a week. I woudl recommend the Microdelivery peel by Philosophy or Clinique's exfoliating scrub.

This dried my skin out a bit, so my husband uses it. His skin looks great! I do believe it is more for those who have normal to oily skin.

ABSOLUTELY YOU CAN USE IT. MY HUSBAND USES MINE ALL THE TIME.

i wouldn't try this one

I would not recommend this product, as I have combination skin that breaks out, and I found this cleanser to be too heavy. I love, however, philosophy's Hope In A Bottle moisturizer. it is EXCELLENT for acne-prone skin, as it fights pimples by exfoliating but is very gentle. instead of Purity Made Simple I would try Caudalie's Instant Foaming Cleanser, which is soap-free so it is gentle. this cleanser has been beneficial to my sensitive skin and seems soothes break-outs and irritation. I hope this helps you. good luck.

My face is oily and acne prone, I thought I had to use a medicated face wash to help clear my face up but after using this for 2 months my face feels and looks amazing. The medicated face wash dried my face out and left it tight and then oily by the end of the day. Don't be afraid to use this face wash, it's amazing!

I HAVE OILY SKIN AND I HAVE USED THIS FOR YEARS. IT WORKS GREAT FOR ME. I ALSO USE HOPE IN A BOTTLE FROM THEM WHICH IS GOOD FOR OILY SKIN.

i would say not to try this one. i don't think it will break down the oil and dirt enough

Don't be afraid of oils! Quick simplified chemistry lesson: there are basically two types of organic molecules in the world, those that like water, and those that don't like water (oils fall in this category). Soap or detergent molecules, are a combination of these, with one end liking water and one end not liking water. So, one end sticks to oils and dirt and other things that don't like water, while the other end sticks to water molecules and allows the molecule to be washed away. Oils, however, can still be washed away with large quantities of warm water (this is because, technically, it's not so much that the oil doesn't like the water as the water doesn't like the oil, but that's a little more complicated). And, it binds very well to other oils and dirt and things that don't like water. So, in the context of this cleanser, it acts just like soap does, it just doesn't foam.

Vegetable oils are actually moisturizers for the skin. Most lotions are made with some sort of vegetable or synthetic oils mixed with water and an emulsifier to make that creamy consistency. Most vegetable oils will not clog your pores. In fact, Jojoba oil has almost the same chemical structure as the sebum your own skin produces to protect itself and so it's really good at dissolving blackheads.

I have sensitive/combination skin, and tried for over three years to find a good balancing moisturizer that wouldn't irritate my skin. In the end, I started mixing my own blend of jojoba oil and squalane (from olive oil) with a little bit of lavender essential oil for the antibacterial effect. Not only is my skin tone vastly improved, I haven't had a pimple in the middle of my forehead since I started. =)

I've been using this cleanser for a little longer than that, and while I like my oatmeal/cold-process soap/clay cleansing grains better, it did improve my skin tone and did not make me break out. And it really is a great cleanser as far as removing dirt, makeup and grease.

But not oils are created equal. Mineral oils can clog your pores. This is not, however, to say that mineral oils are bad for you. They provide a better moisture barrier than vegetable oils. That's why they are used often in body lotions, but also why you probably shouldn't put body lotions on your face, if oiliness or acne is a problem for you.

Yes, this should be fine. If you want a similar product without oil try Cosmedicines foaming wash, but I really have never heard of problems with acne worsening with this product.

Yes, I have oily/acne skin. It works amazingly. Also, its great as a maekup remover/cleaner. One step shorter to great skin.

I've used it a couple of times a day occasionally - I can't see why you couldn't use it more.

I use the product both in the morning and at night (and have for quite some time), and have no problems. I have combination-dry, sensitive skin and this gentle cleanser doesn't bother me one bit - just gives me an amazing, soft, deep clean. I don't know why the package says once a day, but I do use it twice daily. Hope this helps!

Honestly I use it twice a day and nothing bad has ever happened to me. I think it all depends on your skin type and they just write that to prevent the consumer from overexposure to the product. My recommendation would be to try it out and see if it irritates your skin. Hope this helps!

Its mainly a cleanser to remove makeup, and I would assume you only do that once a day.

My husband and I both use it twice a day, and it seems to last about 4 months.

about 3 months

I only use about a size of a quarter, so it usually lasts about 3 months, maybe more.

About 2-3 months of use

Not at all, my face feels amazingly clean after use without drying!

If you live in a dry climate and have normal skin, it could dry your face out during the winter. But during the summer, it should be great. =)

This cleanser did not leave your skin dry or irritated after use. It's a great product.

nope!

I have sensitive combination skin, and I've always thought Purity was the perfect cleanser for me. It does an awesome job of making my t-zone feel clean, yet not making the rest of my face feel irritated or dry. My skin just feels soft and clean afterwards.

I have been using Purity for about a month now, and my was-combo skin has turned into healthy normal skin! No more oiliness, blemishes or red blotches. This product is a miracle worker!!!

Philosophy also has a foaming Purity Made Simple for oily skin types who like the feel of a lightweight foam rather than a creamy cleanser! I use the foaming cleanser in the morning and at night- it's great for removing any makeup even before your treated cleanser (acne treatment, exf. wash, etc.) :)

I have combo skin: normal cheeks but very oily T-zone. This stuff is great to keep the balance between both. I used to wake up in the morning with a greassy nose after using other products. However, I have started using the Philosophy Purity Made Simple only 6 days ago, and I have to say, ilke many others before me already did, this stuff if magical!
If you are in the same skin situation as I am, I suggest you use the Purity Made Simple at night only, as it cleans the make up off your skin perfectly, without stressing it out. Leaves your skin feeling smooth but not too energized, just right enough before going to bed. In the morning, however, I suggest the Microexfoliating Wash, also by Philosophy. It will clear off little breakouts and energize you for the day to come. If you have an oily T-zone, try not to moisturize your nose (or forehead and chin) in the morning. Spray something refreshing on your face instead, like Boscia Clear Complexion Tonic with Botanical Blast. Hope this was helpfull!