Philosophy Hope In A Tube
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing13 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Hope In a Tube multitasking eye and lip cream by Philosophy intensely hydrates and helps to minimize the appearance of fine lines with immediate skin-smoothing benefits.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, butylene glycol.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: cera microcristallina, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: paraffinum liquidum
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Benefits Helps firm and revitalize the skin around the eye and lip area Key Ingredients The formula incorporates a synergistic blend of topical vitamins E and C that helps minimize the appearance of fine lines and revitalize the delicate skin around the eyes and mouth”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: FarnesolMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Squalane~5.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneGlycerin~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinParaffinum liquidum~3.3–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumIsocetyl stearoyl stearate~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Isocetyl stearoyl stearateButylene glycol~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPetrolatum~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumPolyglyceryl-2 diisostearate~1.5–1.8%
Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearateParaffin~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinMagnesium sulfate~0.9–1.1%
Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
More about Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamateTocopherol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolTocopheryl acetate~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePotassium ascorbyl tocopheryl phosphate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize other ingredients in the formulation
More about Potassium ascorbyl tocopheryl phosphateDipalmitoyl hydroxyproline~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is claimed to stimulate collagen and elastin production, as well as work as an anti-oxidant. There is however not enough evidence for its effectiveness
More about Dipalmitoyl hydroxyprolineLecithin~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAdenosine~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineBisabolol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololMicrocrystalline wax~0.45–0.65%
Cera microcristallina~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
More about Cera microcristallinaPolyethylene~0.45–0.7%
Polyaminopropyl biguanide~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. There seem to be an increasing number of cases of allergic reactions to it
More about Polyaminopropyl biguanidePolysorbate 80~0.3–0.55%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.4%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholFarnesol~0.15–0.25%
Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneChlorphenesin~0.1–0.2%
Bht~0.05–0.15%
Iron oxides~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesIngredient list view
Water, Squalane, Glycerin, Paraffinum liquidum, Isocetyl stearoyl stearate, Butylene glycol, Petrolatum, Polyglyceryl-2 diisostearate, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Paraffin, Magnesium sulfate, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Potassium ascorbyl tocopheryl phosphate, Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, Lecithin, Adenosine, Bisabolol, Unknown, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Polyethylene, Polyaminopropyl biguanide, Polysorbate 80, Disodium edta, Benzyl alcohol, Farnesol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Chlorphenesin, Bht, Iron oxides
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| PhilosophyHope In A TubeYOUR PRODUCT | TOSOWOONGAnti-Wrinkle Eye Cream | QV SkincareQV Face Revitalising Eye Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 50% |
| Price | $39.00 | $15.45−$23.55 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Philosophy - Hope In A Tube" works well for moisturizing the skin. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Glycerin and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (paraffinum liquidum, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, cera microcristallina, squalane and isocetyl stearoyl stearate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- Adenosine 0.50% - 0.70%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Philosophy" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Safety Assessment of Magnesium Sulfate as Used in Cosmeticsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 6
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