Is this safe for retinol beginners?

It contains retinol, so start two or three nights a week and build up. Patch test first if your skin is sensitive.

Can I use it during the day?

No. It is formulated for night use, and retinol makes skin more sun-sensitive. Use a separate daytime moisturizer with SPF.

How does it compare with a retinol serum?

It pairs retinol with a cream base, so it moisturizes as it treats. A plain serum is lighter and easier to combine with your own moisturizer.

How long until I see results?

Retinol products typically need several weeks of regular use before lines and firmness change. Most owners report smoother skin before visible wrinkle reduction.

A 2 oz jar of night cream. It is a single product, not a set with a day cream.

Yes. The formula is not gender-specific, and the brand lists it as suitable for men as well as women.

What do buyers say about the Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream?

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 676 ratings.

Where can I buy the Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream?

4 stores we checked sell it, including philosophy, Beauty House, eBay, Ulta Beauty.

Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream

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$96.00at philosophyChecked Nov 9

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Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream

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$96.00at philosophyChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

Last seen at $96.00 at philosophy on Nov 9.

Our take on the Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream

Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream is a 2 oz overnight moisturizer built around retinol, sold as a serum-in-cream that targets wrinkles and firmness. It is a night-only product, so it suits people who already tolerate retinol and want an anti-aging step that also moisturizes. Compared with plain retinol serums it is creamier and easier to layer; compared with prescription retinoids it is gentler but slower. Reviewers rate it well overall, with most praise for how skin feels in the morning and most complaints about irritation and the jar packaging.

Best forRetinol users who want one step at nightDry or normal skin showing fine linesPeople who prefer a cream over a thin serumAdults building an anti-aging routine

Pros

Combines retinol with a moisturizing cream base
Aims at wrinkles and firmness at once
Night use limits sun sensitivity
2 oz jar lasts a while
Dewy finish rather than matte

Cons

Retinol can cause redness and flaking at first
Jar packaging exposes retinol to air and light
Not for retinol beginners without patch testing
Not for daytime use or for children

Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream prices at every store

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Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream price history

Lowest price we've seen: $60.89 on Nov 9 at Beauty House. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

4.5 / 5676 ratings

Owners generally rate it highly and describe softer, smoother skin after a few weeks. Complaints center on stinging, peeling and the jar format.

What people mention

IrritationCriticisedSome owners report redness, stinging and peeling when starting out.
TexturePraisedMost say it is rich but absorbs well and leaves skin dewy.
ResultsPraisedUsers describe smoother, firmer-looking skin after several weeks.
PackagingCriticisedThe open jar is seen as a poor container for a retinol formula.
ScentMixedOpinions split on the fragrance, which some find strong.

Specifications

Body Part: Face
Form: Serum, Cream, Serum-in-Cream
Skin Concerns: Wrinkles
Active Ingredients: Retinol
Key Ingredient: Retinol
Subtype: Anti-aging moisturizer
Type: Serum, Cream, Moisturizer

Questions and answers

Is this safe for retinol beginners?: It contains retinol, so start two or three nights a week and build up. Patch test first if your skin is sensitive.
Can I use it during the day?: No. It is formulated for night use, and retinol makes skin more sun-sensitive. Use a separate daytime moisturizer with SPF.
How does it compare with a retinol serum?: It pairs retinol with a cream base, so it moisturizes as it treats. A plain serum is lighter and easier to combine with your own moisturizer.
How long until I see results?: Retinol products typically need several weeks of regular use before lines and firmness change. Most owners report smoother skin before visible wrinkle reduction.
What is in the jar?: A 2 oz jar of night cream. It is a single product, not a set with a day cream.
Can men use it?: Yes. The formula is not gender-specific, and the brand lists it as suitable for men as well as women.
Where is the Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream cheapest?: At philosophy, for $96.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 676 ratings.
Where can I buy the Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Night Cream?: 4 stores we checked sell it, including philosophy, Beauty House, eBay, Ulta Beauty.