When Hope Is Not Enough - Serum

Philosophy

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3.5

141 reviews
63%
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water (aqua), glyceryl polymethacrylate, pentylene glycol, propylene glycol, glycerin, butylene glycol, hydrolyzed soy protein, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, palmitoyl pentapeptide-3, glutathione, potassium ascorbyl tocopheryl phosphate, larrea divaricata (chaparral) extract, sodium hyaluronate, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, allantoin, carbomer, lecithin, polysorbate 20, sodium hydroxide, phenoxyethanol, methylbromo glutaronitrile, fragrance, tetrasodium edta.

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    4.0
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    KarenPie

    18 years ago

    I got a bottle of this in a try me kit from QVC and like it pretty well. I have to confess to being bothered by the pine-y smell somehwat, as others have been. However, it doesn't linger, and the...

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    Age44-55

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    marykimlee1

    18 years ago

    Love it! This was my favorite item (along with the microdelivery peel) from the kit. I have normal to combo skin, slightly acne-prone - no breakouts from this, unlike HIAJ (did not do well w/that...

    About reviewer (43 reviews)

    Age30-35

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    5.0
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    iceprncss

    18 years ago

    I just recently realized how wonderfully this works. I tried it in the late summer/fall because I got a small version in a kit and my skin became clear and smooth. When the sample ran out, I...

    About reviewer (30 reviews)

    Age36-43

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    5.0
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    wylie1204

    18 years ago

    For those looking for a lightweight, super antioxidant age fighting serum, look no further. When Hope Is Not Enough Serum is a light gel/serum which has virtually no color or scent. It absorbs...

    About reviewer (35 reviews)

    Age25-29

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    4.0
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    glossgal1980

    18 years ago

    I can't believe all the complaints on the smell!! (I think some are over reacting a bit). I actually like the way it smells! Anyway, I've only been using this product for a about a week and I...

    About reviewer (21 reviews)

    Age25-29

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    Honeywell66

    18 years ago

    This is a nice, light serum that seems to deliver on its promise to firm the appearance of the skin. I'm really not sure why some folks find the smell so offensive...maybe there's a little drama...

    About reviewer (64 reviews)

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    sashimigirl

    18 years ago

    I got this as part of the Philosophy Girl set. It's a liquidy-gel type serum that's supposed to go under your moisturizer to provide extra moisture, and for me it works really well on the rough/dry...

    About reviewer (81 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

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    thboyd

    18 years ago

    I bought this serum b/c I was looking for a good antioxidant serum. Well, I found it! Everyone complains about the smell, but the smell doesn't last long and most Vit. C serums I have used in the...

    About reviewer (35 reviews)

    Age36-43

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    sweet_things

    18 years ago

    I kind of like the way this smells, but only because it reminds me of the Vitabath bath gel my mom used to use. Smells like home, I guess. LOL! I love the packaging, very convenient to use the...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

    Age36-43

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    suzi2qs

    19 years ago

    Used for three days and now have zits the size of nuclear warheads.....and I'm 42 years old! Had to borrow prescription zit cream from teenage son. Never again.

    About reviewer (175 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

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    4.0
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    daniella

    19 years ago

    This is a serum which I would apply in the morning, then follow up w/ my sunscreen over it. At first the smell kind of turned me off, but after sticking with it for several weeks, my skin really...

    About reviewer (78 reviews)

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    icit

    19 years ago

    I love how this makes my skin matte but moistuized and it also calms my skin down and shrinks my pores. Downside - it smells awful

    About reviewer (61 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinDry, Fair, Cool

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    Sheuba

    19 years ago

    I'm currently using (and loving) the following philosophy products: purity made simple, when hope is not enough serum, hope in a jar (original formula), hope in a tube (eye and lip cream), and the...

    About reviewer (36 reviews)

    Age30-35

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    Cincy_Gal

    19 years ago

    I just got this with my "makeup optional kit." I've used it for about 4 days and do like it so far, but THE SMELL IS GAWD AWFUL! What IS that??? Nasty. Luckily, it doesn't seem to linger and I...

    About reviewer (129 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

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    pr0cessa

    19 years ago

    This is pretty good, except the smell, it's so darn STRONG! I like the velevety texture. It does a good job moisturizing and overall a decent produtct. Not in the league of Decleor products though.

    About reviewer (430 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

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    5.0
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    jenner8675309

    19 years ago

    windowshopping Profile: Location: DC Gender: femme Posts: 22 Status: Online I've always had pretty clear skin. A year ago though I started having some serious issues at my chin....

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    Age25-29

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    xel_ha

    19 years ago

    I really wanted this to work. This broke me out badly. I have oily/acne prone skin and thought this would make a difference.It did---not in a good way but in a bad way.

    About reviewer (122 reviews)

    Age36-43

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    5.0
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    cheryl49

    19 years ago

    I added this into my skincare routine about three weeks ago and am very impressed! I use and love Philosophy's peel and HIAJ, but I was concerned that adding the serum would cause breakouts or...

    About reviewer (33 reviews)

    Age44-55

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    saoirse1561

    19 years ago

    OMG - the smell!!! ::gags:: Wow - I can't use this product without thinking of wood chips. The fragrance is so strong and unpleasent ... granted, it goes "grow on you" as you use it daily ... but...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age19-24

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    NellaCandy

    19 years ago

    The cons: Smells a bit strange, but havn't had it long to get used to it yet. Also not sure how much to apply and funny application wand. The Pros: Glides on a treat! Even though unsure of...

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    Age19-24

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