@boredmommy tweeted @yummymummyclub asking me to review Philosophy Hope in a Jar. As always I am glad to let you know the real deal on any and all cosmetics.
Hope in a Jar - $49 for 60mL
A good all-purpose product offering the benefits of great moisturizer combined with skin conditioning and repairing ingredients. While all excellent qualities the actual ingredients are found in many similar products from various brands. Hope in a Jar does not offer anything unique from a formulation point of view.
Pros
1. Gentle exfoliator, included in the formula, for elimination of flakey, dry skin.
2. Antioxidant protection with Vitamin E.
3. Lots of lipid identical moisturizers to offer cushion and moisture.
4. Great water binding ingredients for instant hydration.
5. Two great skin conditioners to offer long lasting comfort.
6. Inclusion of amino acids to stimulate skin repair, which is great for environmental dehydration and irritation.
Cons
1. Resin added to the formula could feel sticky and cause clogged pores.
2. Irritating essential oils could cause problems for highly damaged or sensitive skin types – watch out for a possible mild burning or tingling sensation.
Overall
A good formula, if slightly over priced for what it offers, while there are some definite draw backs for most people this is a good choice for basic hydration and skin repair.
Less expensive option – available at Sephora (the main retailer of Philosophy products in Canada) is the Sephora Collection Instant Moisturizer ($20 for 50mL) with many identical/interchangeable ingredients this formula offers identical benefits for a lot less money (mL for mL it is 52% less expensive).
A reminder - I will be making a personal appearance at Andrews in Toronto this Saturday. For all those local Yummy Mummies who have wanted to have their make up done by yours truly this is your chance. Call Lynn Blouin at 416-969-9991 to reserve your personal appointment. My recent appearance in Ottawa was so much fun and I always love meeting members of YMC. This is one of only two Toronto appearances I am making this season so come by and say hi!
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