Philosophy • Hope in a Jar - for all skin types • Moisturizers
(1585 reviews)
| Average Rating. | 2.8 |
| Would buy this product again. | 39% |
| Package Quality | 3.0 |
| Price | 3.7 |
| Ingredients | |
SkyCandyGirl on 1/13/2004 6:30:00 AM more reviews by SkyCandyGirl
Age: 30-35 Skin: Other Hair: Other Eyes: Other
I started using this product because a friend of mine w/ beautiful skin recommended it. I love the way it works! It's light and smooth. My skin is soft and bright and looks so much better . . .but I also noticed the not so pleasant smell . . .especially when you put it on then blow dry your hair! The heat from the dryer makes it even worse. Oh well, the product works so wonderfully, I've decided to get used to the smell of it and I won't use anything else.
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maltomeel on 1/7/2004 9:02:00 PM more reviews by maltomeel
Age: 30-35 Skin: Normal Hair: Other Eyes: Brown
I really like this cream. I am a Darphin junkie but just didn't have the funds post-holiday...so i ordred this from QVC, knowing the return policy is excellent. Well, I love it. I agree that the smell is odd, although not offensive....reminds me of how my hair smells the first few days after a professional colouring....an underlying plastic-y odor. For $35 for a generous 2 oz. I can't complain. This cream works and leaves my skin feeling smooth and "elastic". I've saved myself $100!
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*TOP REVIEWER* Blueness on 1/6/2004 8:25:00 PM more reviews by Blueness
Age: 25-29 Skin: Sensitive, Fair-Medium, Neutral Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium Eyes: Hazel
This stuff smelled like pee! I cant believe I actually went thru the whole sample package- I used it day and night for 3 days and I'm still trying to get my face to forgive me. I have combi/oily skin but suddenly my cheeks and mouth area are parched and my undereyes are dry and flakey and they look WRINKLY- and that is *never* ok. Sure, no breakouts, but at the cost of ugly skin? I'm praying to the Estee Lauder Perfectionist god to make it all go away- it took only 6 uses to ruin years of work; hopefully it wont take that long to repair it.
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cclark02 on 1/5/2004 9:20:00 PM more reviews by cclark02
Age: 36-43 Skin: Oily Hair: Brunette Eyes: Brown
I purchased this last month and I have to say that I am turning into a Philosophy girl. I love this moisturizer! I am in my mid-thirties and have oily skin (less oily in the winter) and find that this product does not leave me feeling greasy with this at all. I have had no breakouts and I love the texture of this product.
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JohannaFi on 1/3/2004 4:44:00 PM more reviews by JohannaFi
Age: 19-24 Skin: Normal Hair: Blond Eyes: Blue
I know Iīm not the first - or the last - one to say that the smell of this product is strange; once a friend of mine politely asked if I hadnīt had a shower for a couple of days =) The smell is not the only thing I find odd in this cream; for some reason, on my skin, this product sort of melts, so that it feels almost liquid. Donīt know if thatīs supposed to happen, but it feels strange until it soaks in. Not sure if Iīd buy this again.
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*TOP REVIEWER* chelsear on 1/2/2004 6:14:00 PM more reviews by chelsear
Age: 30-35 Skin: Normal Hair: Brunette Eyes: Hazel
It's unfortunate so many people have dismissed this product based entirely on the smell. It does smell a little odd - lavender and ozone, almost - but that is more than made up for by how it performs. My combo skin looks brighter, less red, more even, has no flakes, and is less oily since I started using this. Get past the smell and try this!
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Kristie999 on 12/30/2003 6:03:00 PM more reviews by Kristie999
Age: 25-29 Skin: Normal Hair: Brown Eyes: Hazel
I don't really notice a smell like everyone says. It has a nice whipped feeling on my skin. It is a great moisturizer and does the job. I've gotten 2 half size samples from ordering stuff from Sephora. I will probably buy the full size when I run out. Update: Have been using this for a few weeks now and I really like it. It may be me, but I think my skin is looking better and better! This may be my HG Moisturizer.UPDATE:
I still like this, but I have to say that it DOES smell like a wet dog. I can only use this during the day with makeup because the smell is icky. I do still love the texture and the overall affect it has on my skin. I will buy again.
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aiyahbee on 12/22/2003 9:42:00 PM more reviews by aiyahbee
Age: 19-24 Skin: Very Oily, Medium Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
Despite how nice my skin looked after putting this on, I couldn't stand the smell. Yuck.
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ciao_bella on 12/16/2003 7:22:00 PM more reviews by ciao_bella
Age: 25-29 Skin: Normal Hair: Brown Eyes: Green
I love this stuff! I will never again use another moisturizer. I love the Purity Made Simple and thought I'd venture out and try other products; I have not been disappointed! I have seen an improvement in my skin since I've started using Philosophy products .. and my skin is now "makeup optional"!!
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*TOP REVIEWER* viciousviolet on 12/16/2003 5:00:00 AM more reviews by viciousviolet
Age: 30-35 Skin: Other Hair: Other Eyes: Other
I couldn't care less about the scent of this product. It works. It works wonderfully. I have been using it for almost two months, and I will never use another eye cream. The fine lines around my eyes are completely gone, and it works wonders for making me seem bright and alert when I haven't had a full night's sleep. Just recently I've begun using it on my lips at night, and my lips feel softer and fuller. Hope in a Jar is worth every dime. I love this stuff!
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*TOP REVIEWER* amswtr on 12/14/2003 5:00:00 AM more reviews by amswtr
Age: 25-29 Skin: Dry, Fair, Neutral Hair: Brown, Straight, Medium Eyes: Blue
I got a sample of this along with the Real Purity cleanser. At first when I used the moisturizer right after the cleaner I noticed it didn't soak in very well. I was dissapointed in it at first and the smell is god awful. I swear it smells just like a nasty wet dog but the smell does fade away thank god. Anyway I took a nap and when I woke up I looked in the mirror and I was amazed. My skin looks poreless and smooth. I have a lot of redness and it's gone! I look like I have soft silky baby skin! I'm so excited about this brand now that I plan on ordering a skincare set. This stuff did wonders for my skin, I don't care if it smells like a wet dog, i'll put up with it as long as my skin looks good. No one's going to smell my face anyway so it's all good.
UPDATE: I've been using the Philosophy Jump Starters kit now for almost a month and I can honestly say that my skin has improved. The redness I had has been reduced and no more flaky patches. This is definitely a good set for me. I'm so glad I tried it.
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HOTSPOT423 on 12/13/2003 1:01:00 AM more reviews by HOTSPOT423
Age: 19-24 Skin: Other Hair: Other Eyes: Other
Everyone is right about the smell. I recieved a sample first in a MAC container and assumed it was the container that made the smell. Its a not so nice mix of lavendar and plastic smell. Even so, a top notch makeup artist that works for ANOTHER high-end company recommended I use this product rather than his own brand. I'm still searching for a miracle!!!!!
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Saylavie on 12/10/2003 4:12:00 PM more reviews by Saylavie
Age: 36-43 Skin: Normal Hair: Brunette Eyes: Brown
After hearing all the hype from QVC and Oprah, I ordered this I received Hope in a Jar as part of a QVC TSV. A little while after putting it on, I started smelling a really foul odor. At first I thought it was my perfume, but then I smelled my hands and realized it was the moisturizer. UGH!! It stinks to high heaven. I don't understand what all the hoopla is about over this stuff. It's an ok moisturizer, but it's not worth the $35 cost or the offensive scent! I've really come to believe that there is too much hype over Philosphy's products and they aren't anything special - just expensive.
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iluvmakeup41889 on 12/7/2003 1:44:00 PM more reviews by iluvmakeup41889
Age: 25-29 Skin: Normal, Tan Hair: Brunette Eyes: Green
Ughh This product was absolutley horrible! The scent made me gag so bad that i had to immediatley wash off my face!!! It smells like vomit and orange peels..eww~!
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sashka on 12/6/2003 11:58:00 PM more reviews by sashka
Age: 19-24 Skin: Other Hair: Other Eyes: Other
I don't understand how they can sell a cosmetic that smells this bad?
unfortunately, I couldn't stand the smell so I don't know how effective this is as a face moisturizer.
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stressedout on 12/6/2003 2:35:00 PM more reviews by stressedout
Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination Hair: Brown Eyes: Green
I have to agree about the smell - it's really bad and the oil slick factor is way too much for me. Shiny face is unacceptable and this is all the cream did for me. One of philosophy's worst!
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*TOP REVIEWER* glamourmama on 12/4/2003 8:24:00 AM more reviews by glamourmama
Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown
Was too greasy for my combo skin, and couldn't stand the smell, had to wash it off after 30 mins.
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LisaLL on 11/30/2003 3:01:00 PM more reviews by LisaLL
Age: 36-43 Skin: Combination Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown
I love this product. And I love the Smell,, I don't need or want a perfume on my face. I have been using this product for 2 years and would never stop.. It sinks in fast, not clogging my pores, and when used along with other PHilosophy products will work great.. I never have a greasy feeling, Maybe the other people that claimed it was greasy used the Dry skin product.. Worth every penny..
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*TOP REVIEWER* omegakitty on 11/20/2003 3:28:00 PM more reviews by omegakitty
Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination Hair: Brown Eyes: Blue
I have recently revisited this moisturizer, i must say i try it from time to time & never truly stick with it like i should. I will stray no more. I had been using ole henricksen which is nice but i was getting bored & a little frustrated w/all the various jars on my counter and had heard good things about the walmart neutrogena knock-off. So i switched to that & the PTR un-wrinkle pads since i've used other pads from him in the past w/no issues & wanted some aha. My skin broke out in a horrible rash on my forehead & cysts on my cheeks & chin. I thought maybe the PTR was irritating me or there was purging so i stuck w/it for a month. Then i stopped since it wasn't going away. The rash eased up some but the cysts continued so i switched back to this. I have been using it for only a few days but my rash is almost gone & so are the cysts...i have learned my lesson and will no longer stray, lol. And the scent--it stopped bothering me after the first day.
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*TOP REVIEWER* moonsista on 11/18/2003 9:12:00 PM more reviews by moonsista
Age: 30-35 Skin: Combination Hair: Brown Eyes: Hazel
This is my HG moisturizer right now - I needed something not drugstore-ish and something a little more high quality for my 35 yr. old skin. I like the texture - sort of whipped and fluffy but not heavy and not too light either. It sinks into the skin easily and quickly, and does not clog my pores or make my skin oily.
The only drawback is the smell. Someone else described it as a "wet dog" smell in their review - I agree. It does have a faint "wet dog" smell. I have noticed, over time though, that this has faded as my jar of Hope In A Jar has become nearly a year old. (I put it away in favor of using Origins and Aveeno moisturizers for nearly a year). By the way - this jar of Hope In A Jar is just fine a year later and works as well as it did a year ago!