Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Hyaluronic acid + 10 moreStrong evidence
“Hydrate, glow, & go!”
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, hyaluronic acid.
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: dimethicone, cetearyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester
Anti-agingAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Hyaluronic acidModerate evidence
“first signs of ageing, dry skin, dullness.”
This product contains acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolIsononyl isononanoate~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoatePentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateCetearyl alcohol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcohol1,2-hexanediol~0.45–1.05%
Caprylyl glycol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDimethicone~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymerButylene glycol~0.45–1.05%
- 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 glycolCetearyl glucoside~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideSodium polyacrylate starch~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium polyacrylate starchParfum~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAnanas sativus fruit extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractLaureth-3~0.2–0.75%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHydroxyethylcellulose~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseGlucosyl hesperidin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. Also works as a humectant
More about Glucosyl hesperidinGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl esterLimonene~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHyaluronic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidSilanetriol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSorbic acid~0.1–0.4%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.4%
Citral~0.05–0.3%
Bht~0.1–0.3%
Opuntia coccinellifera flower extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Agave americana leaf extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ci 42090~0.01–0.05%
Ci 17200~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Isononyl isononanoate, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Cetearyl alcohol, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Dimethicone, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer, Butylene glycol, Cetearyl glucoside, Sodium polyacrylate starch, Parfum, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Laureth-3, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glucosyl hesperidin, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Limonene, Hyaluronic acid, Silanetriol, Citric acid, Sorbic acid, Potassium sorbate, Citral, Bht, Opuntia coccinellifera flower extract, Agave americana leaf extract, Sodium benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ci 42090, Ci 17200
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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.
| PhilosophyRenewed Hope Water CreamYOUR PRODUCT | MEDI-PEELPeptide 9 Volume Tox Cream Pro | KLAVUURejuve Pearlsation Multi Pearl Peptide Cream | Beverly Hills MDLift + Firm Sculpting Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 68% | 66% | 65% |
| Price | $43.51 | $26.33−$17.18 | $29.10−$14.41 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 | Niacinamide | Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Philosophy - Renewed Hope Water Cream" works well for improving skin hydration 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, hyaluronic acid, glucosyl hesperidin, butylene glycol and caprylyl 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 (dimethicone, cetearyl alcohol, caprylyl glycol, pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate and pentylene glycol) 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
- This moistruizer also contains peptides (acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester 0.15% - 0.50%). Peptides is a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of amino-acids. Our skin produces peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of peptides is, but it is very likely that peptides in skincare are helpful. They might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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.
Price
The product retails from 32.55£ up to 38.87£ in the United Kingdom, for 216.18A$ in Australia and for 64.80CA$ in Canada.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 6
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