163 of 196 (83%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for hope in a jar
Review 21 for hope in a jar
Skin looks better than ever
Posted: August 28, 2009
"I have been using hope in a jar for a little over a month. i love it...my skin has never looked better. i had received a sample and at the time my skin was really dull looking, i now don't even need to wear a foundation because of the healthy glow. just a little blush and mascara and i'm out the door."
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5
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perfectskinlocation:
omaha, ne
age:
36-40
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less than one year
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no
Review 22 for hope in a jar
Best ever moisturizer
Posted: August 28, 2009
"I love this stuff. I have been using this product since 2005. I don't think it smells bad at all. I love the way it soaks into my skin right away, never leaving a greasy feeling. I have seen a huge difference in my skin tone. I have dry sensitive skin and this is the ticket. Keep up the good work. Don't change a thing about this cream."
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5
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shoequeen5466location:
Catasauqua, Pa
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41-50
philosophy customer for:
6+ years
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no
Review 23 for hope in a jar
Top 250 Reviewer
good product, bad smell
Posted: August 21, 2009
"i usually try to judge products on their effectiveness and not their smell, but the reviewer who said this smells like a hot, wet band-aid hit the nail on the head. it is awful. i can notice the smell for up to an hour, but i have a really keen sense of smell. other than that, i really like the texture; it's like a mousse. it sinks right into my skin, and because of that, i think i end up using more than i need to. i have skin that is dry in spots, oily in others, sensitive, and acne-prone. i do get a bit oily sitll when i use this, but if it keeps my skin balanced, i will keep using it...even in spite of the smell. :)"
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4
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lisa981location:
Iowa
age:
26-30
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less than one year
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no
Review 24 for hope in a jar
Delivers what it pmises, smells odd
Posted: August 18, 2009
"I got this as a sample in my first philosophy purchase a few weeks ago. So this review is based on using this product for a short period of time:
1. Like other people here, I think it smells quite odd and I was very surprised by this. I'm not sure I can call it a bad smell, but it is strange. This was the very first thing I noticed about hope in a jar and my husband noticed it too as soon as I went to bed right after using it. I have a habit of wearing very light fragrances to bed, but the minute I laid down he said: "what are you wearing tonight? I don't like this one" - thinking it was a body splash). So, it doesn't smell good and it doesn't go unnoticed. The good news, though, is that it does fade away, but on my skin it takes a good 10 minutes. I wonder why Philosophy doesn't reformulate the product to have a better smell, since so many people seem to dislike it.
2. it has a very distinct and nice texture. I have combination skin and oily moisturizes make my skin too greasy. Hope in a jar slides easily in the first few seconds, it feels as if it's melting and releasing water into the skin at first contact. As it starts penetrating the skin, it changes to a more dense texture and at first it felt like my skin would feel greasy. But it didn't. It felt deeply hydrated and well moisturized. I could still feel it on the t-zone a few minutes later, but it wasn't greasy.
3. A little goes a long way. Due to its unique soufle texture, it spreads like magic. I had 2 sachet samples, which isn't much. They lasted approximately 2 weeks - using twice a day.
4. changes on the skin were noticeable. I went through the 2 samples and ran out a few days ago and now, a few days later, my skin looks a little dull and uneven. It DOES make a difference!!!
The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars (and not 5) is because of how it smells. I can tolerate it, but my husband hates it, so this is keeping me from committing to this product right now - which is a shame because other than that it is absolutely fantastic and delivers what it promises. It is worth the price.
Philosophy: PLEASE (please!) make this smell better!! If it smelled like amazing grace, pure grace, etc, it would be unbeatable!!"
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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4
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Vanillalocation:
Fl
age:
36-40
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less than one year
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no
Review 25 for hope in a jar
Top 1000 Reviewer
disappointing
Posted: August 5, 2009
"I was really excited to try this. It is light, and a good "drink of water" for your face...but unfortunately it made me break out a bit on my chin. I use it only on my forehead now. It also smells horrible!! I see practically everyone else loves it, though."
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3
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blue122location:
NJ
age:
18-25
philosophy customer for:
less than one year
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no
Review 26 for hope in a jar
exactly as the title
Posted: July 23, 2009
"When visiting a very dear and old friend who just passed away at 94 years old in april, why her skin was so beautiful and not a wrinkle in sight, she explained to me that she has a secret. That secret was "Hope in a Jar" and she had been using it for many years and wouldn't go a day without it. You may not believe this story but it is 100% true and the next day I went out and purchased my first jar and have been seeing wonderful differences in my 50 year old face. I just love this product and my dear friend Amelia who told me about her secret."
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5
out of 5
SueZqlocation:
Fort Collins, Co
age:
51-60
philosophy customer for:
less than one year
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no
Review 27 for hope in a jar
Top 500 Reviewer
had higher expectations!
Posted: July 23, 2009
"as a new philosophy customer, i decided to include a sample of hope in a jar with my very first order. from most of the rave reviews, i expected it to work wonders. unfortunately, i was disappointed. the smell threw me off a little (though it doesn't last long, there is a somewhat of an unpleasant scent) and i didn't like how it felt heavy on my face. it didn't leave my skin dry, but it just didn't work the way i wanted."
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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3
out of 5
natalieannlocation:
portland, maine
age:
18-25
philosophy customer for:
less than one year
was this a gift?:
no
Review 28 for hope in a jar
nothing compares to hope in a jar!
Posted: July 14, 2009
"i ran out of my hope in a jar and purchased another facial product. i was disappointed when it didn't provide the results i was used to from hope in a jar. I will never be without this product!"
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5
out of 5
rudylocation:
iowa
age:
41-50
philosophy customer for:
3-5 years
was this a gift?:
no
Review 29 for hope in a jar
I'm hooked
Posted: July 10, 2009
"Let's start with some ugly truth - this stuff smells like a cheap bandaid. A hot cheap bandaid. it's foul. but I read the rave reviews, and i'd already bought a sample, so i gave it a shot.
in less than two weeks my dry patchy skin is completely gone. my skin is soft and smooth. my makeup wears more even.
while I can't figure out how a company that makes such delicious fragrances can put out a product that smells this awful, i am willing to overlook it. this is the best moisturizer i've ever tried. i've gone through olay, garnier, biore, even old fashioned thick cold cream... nothing came close to these results. this is the stuff, ladies. this is the stuff."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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5
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dotfflocation:
Southern california
age:
31-35
philosophy customer for:
1-2 years
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no
Review 30 for hope in a jar
Outstanding (and no smell is *not* bad at all!)
Posted: July 10, 2009
"it truly is a "drink of water" for your face. no grease, no mess. trust me this jar will last you a *very* long time since literally you only need to *dab* your finger to get enough for your entire face. I rather like the smell, it's very organic. I think society is used to the chemicals and perfume masking what moisturizers are intended to do. I love this product, dries quickly and provides perfect balance of moisture (even for T-zones like me) throughout the day. makeup glides on beautifully. **try eye hope too it's outstanding! Great job philosophy - keep up the great work! :)"
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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5
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philo-fanlocation:
florida
age:
36-40
philosophy customer for:
less than one year
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no
Review 31 for hope in a jar
Top 500 Reviewer
Great!
Posted: July 9, 2009
"I love this moisterizer, i use a perscription acne medicine and i need to have a good oil-free mosisturizer and this is perfect. My skin never feels dry with this. Yes it does have weird smell, but a lot of philosophy products have a weird smell u just have to get used to it and then its fine."
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5
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Courtneylynnlocation:
Wisconsin
age:
under 18
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less than one year
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no
Review 32 for hope in a jar
Top 100 Reviewer
it's great!
Posted: July 9, 2009
"this truly is a good moisturizer for everyone. Your skin texture will improve over time. it does not leave a "greasy look", if you use sparingly. the smell is not horrid or disgusting and i have found that it dissipates quite quickly. i like that it is anti-oxidant rich with mild exfoliation. i have used it for quite a few years & will continue to use it. I feel it is helping my skin maintain a healthy, youthful appearance. the results of using this product daily makes this a best seller & favorite among many people."
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5
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kitty4location:
pa
age:
41-50
philosophy customer for:
6+ years
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no
Review 33 for hope in a jar
Love it but smells horrible
Posted: July 6, 2009
"just recently started using it, very light and non greasy.. but smells extremely bad the first 15 minutes.. once you're used to it, you'll love it"
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3
out of 5
aemeedlocation:
Orange county, ca
age:
18-25
philosophy customer for:
less than one year
was this a gift?:
yes
Review 34 for hope in a jar
Top 500 Reviewer
smelly
Posted: July 5, 2009
"I really liked how this lotion went on and how it made my skin feel, but it has a weird, annoying smell. I fought the urge to wash it off, but have not re-applied. It is unfortunate because I really liked the lotion. The smell is mild, but nasty. I just could not recommend this to anyone."
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2
out of 5
Shirenelocation:
Portland, OR
age:
36-40
philosophy customer for:
less than one year
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no
Review 35 for hope in a jar
Top 250 Reviewer
great, but....
Posted: July 2, 2009
"I love the texture of this moisturizer. i also love how well it hydrates. My skin feels so smooth and hydrated even hours after i apply it. the only think i don't like and actually can't stand is the smell...its horrible!!! my 3 yr old daughter went to give me a hug goodnight after i applied it and she stopped dead in her tracks and said "mommy your face smells funny" i looked at my husband, astonished, and he said "well actualy i agree with her, just didnt want to hurt your feelings". PLEASE put even a mild, natural fragrance in this stuff. then it will be perfect!"
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4
out of 5
Nonolocation:
Florida
age:
31-35
philosophy customer for:
less than one year
was this a gift?:
no
Review 36 for hope in a jar
Amazing mouisturizer
Posted: July 2, 2009
"i have always watched the philosophy programs on QVC and have always wanted to try their products. my boyfriends cousin said that she ''swears by it,'' so i decided to give it a try and i love the results that i am seeing so far. one of my favorite tthings about it is that it just soaks right into your skin, i can wash my face then put this on and lay right down and not have to worry about all of it rubbing off onto my pillow! great line of products do not hesitate to buy any of it!"
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4
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katiedianelocation:
decatur, il
age:
18-25
philosophy customer for:
less than one year
was this a gift?:
no
Review 37 for hope in a jar
Top 500 Reviewer
great moisturizer
Posted: June 28, 2009
"i really like this moisturizer because it is not greasy. it almost feels like putting water on your face, if that makes sense. i have really dry skin in the winter and oily in the summer and hope works great for me all year!"
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5
out of 5
browneyedgirl81location:
ky
age:
26-30
philosophy customer for:
1-2 years
Review 38 for hope in a jar
Top 250 Reviewer
Great face cream
Posted: June 26, 2009
"I love this cream! it definitely has a medicinal smell, but this stuff works, my skin and complexion are becoming flawless!
I'm sold!"
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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4
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Floridashopperlocation:
south florida
age:
36-40
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less than one year
was this a gift?:
no
Review 39 for hope in a jar
Top 500 Reviewer
hope in a jar
Posted: June 26, 2009
"i've been using hope in a jar along with the purity cleanser for a few months and my skin has never looked more clear and glowing. i've bought it three times now, and i've never noticed any smell at all. maybe you got a bad batch? this is the perfect moisturizer for my normal/combination skin. a great, classic product anyone should have in their bag of tricks!"
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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5
out of 5
mrshouselocation:
Idaho falls, id
age:
18-25
philosophy customer for:
less than one year
was this a gift?:
no
Review 40 for hope in a jar
Top 1000 Reviewer
wow!!!
Posted: June 24, 2009
"i received the samples of this product and wow...i am ordering this today. i love the way it made my skin feel and look. this is a must have for sure!!!"
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5
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Anonymouslocation:
indiana
age:
31-35
philosophy customer for:
less than one year
was this a gift?:
no
