Philosophy Help Me

by Philosophy

Product Features

• Helps clear pores, even pigment and reduce the look of fine lines
• Benefits of a vitamin a without the peeling
• You seek something more gentle than retin-a

Product Description

Size: 1.05 oz

Our award-winning night retinol cream helps minimizes the look of large pores, fine lines and skin discoloration, while helping to clear congested pores. A patented time-release delivery system allows the retinol to be released into the skin gradually for less irritation.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002A65LQ
• UPC: 604079008648
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,466 in Beauty (See Top 100 in Beauty)
  • #47 in Beauty > Makeup > Face
  • #54 in Beauty > Skin Care > Eyes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

39 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best product I've ever used on my face!, December 3, 2008

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Free Thinker - See all my reviews

I started using Help Me two weeks ago. I've already seen a reduction in the brown patches on my forehead and cheeks (i.e., melasma) by maybe 20%, less noticeable pores (because they're getting cleaned out), smoother skin, reduced small wrinkles around my eyes, and - I didn't know this would happen - a reduction in the dark circles under my eyes! I've never used a retinol product before, but I am really surprised at how well this works. After the first week, it did sting slightly for about 30 seconds after applying, but that hasn't gotten any worse since. Also, I did start getting very small dry skin patches near my eyes and a bit on my cheeks/chin, but I hadn't been applying moisturizer on top of Help Me like it recommends, so now I do and the little bit of dryness has gone away.

I am excited to see if the improvements keep on getting better, or if it will plateau after awhile. So far, I'm a big fan of this product and highly recommend it! I usually get most of my beauty products at the drugstore because I never notice that much of a difference between the cheaper vs. expensive brands, but I think Help Me is worth the department store price for sure.

June, 2010 - Edited to Add: I ended up going to a dermatologist for another issue and she gave me a prescription for a similar, much stronger product (Triluma). The Rx stuff is about $150 per tube and not covered by insurance, but it works like you wouldn't believe. So now I use the prescription, BUT I still highly recommend Help Me because for the price it really really did make a significant difference in my skin texture, coloring (more even), and reducing clogged pores. If you don't have melasma, Help Me is plenty strong enough for normal skin.

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars exfoliates and firms, February 5, 2009

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Jana L. Dewitt (Maryland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philosophy Help Me Retinol Night Treatment, 1.05 Ounce (Misc.)

[48 yr old female] I have been using this product for about 2 yrs, on the recommendation of my dermatologist. I have fair but 'resistant' skin. Regular use gives a light peel at first, after maybe 2 weeks. Really gets those dead skin cells off. After that, I saw freckles lightened and my skin tone became more even. I am VERY happy with this product.

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It helps, October 18, 2008

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Jennifer Scott "Siren823" (Seattle, Wa USA) - See all my reviews
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I have only been using this product for two weeks and it has already erased 2 age spots on my face. The rest of my face looks brighter, pores smaller and my complexion looks great. My skin is usually pretty sensitive and this has not caused any adverse reactions. Overall, I am pleased and will stick with Help Me.

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