Beauty & Skincare Essentials From Philosophy

Since it’s the beginning of another long, hot week I decided to kick things off with a little hope, purity and grace. You have probably seen Philosophy products at your local Sephora because the uplifting messages of harmony and well-being are hard to miss and the selection of nourishing skincare and refreshing scents are quite popular.

Since this season has been a whirlwind of humidity, drying indoor fans and air conditioning systems, my skin needs all the help it can get. The Renewed Hope in a Jar Re-Energizing Moisture Masque is infused with blue agave, citrus, golden root extract and hyaluronic acid to retexture, energize, exfoliate and increase microcirculation for a glowing complexion. This creamy masque does not make your face feel parched or tight like the mud formulas, instead it applies light and fragrant to deeply hydrate. It is also a great treatment for the fall and winter months and retails for $39.00.

If you detest removing your makeup at the end of a grueling day you probably need a little Purity in your life. This bestselling 3-in-1 Cleanser for the face and eyes is formulated for all skin types and is made to replace your makeup remover, eye makeup remover, facial cleanser and toner! You can massage it into damp skin to create a creamy emulsion or apply to a cotton pad and simply wipe away residue. It retails for about $28.00 and is also enriched with natural ingredients like meadowfoam, coconut, carrot and flower oils.

When you need a little more deep cleansing and rejuvenation, the Microdelivery Detoxifying Oxygen Peel with charcoal and barley leaf extract is the way to go! This 2 step system is formulated for all skin types (including acne prone) and helps remove toxins, shrink pores, clarify, decongest and brighten for a radiant complexion. After treatment my skin has that after spa glow and absorbs moisturizer and serum more efficiently. The box retails for $89.00.

Two moisturizers that I’ve been loving are - Renewed Hope in a Jar and Take a Deep Breath. Hope is an all-purpose, all day cream for every skin type. It hydrates, soothes and softens for a poreless, supple finish morning, noon and night. Although the formula is rich and ultra nourishing, once absorbed the texture is lightweight and reviving. It retails for $59.00.

Take a Deep Breath is an oil-free oxygenating gel-cream that helps the skin recover from daily stressors and environmental assaults by restoring, refreshing and protecting. The fortifying formula absorbs deeply to promote a youthful, glowing complexion and it even softens the signs of aging. You can pick it up for $49.00.

The award winning Amazing Grace Collection celebrated their 20^th anniversary this year and has brought back some cult faves! The iconic scent is infused in a variety of products but I have the room spray ($24.00) which masks unpleasant odors and makes your house or car smell fresh and inviting!

The fragrance has light notes of bergamot, floral blossoms and musk for a clean, feminine aroma ideal for all seasons but I prefer to use it as a room spray as well. It retails for $58.00 and is available in various sizes including travel vials.

The Amazing Grace Body Oil has the same elegant floral scent that beauty junkies love and drenches skin in layers of moisture without a slick residue. The formula seeps in quickly (similar to a dry oil) and leaves the body soft and luminous. I love the light sheen finish and it completely eradicates dry patches! You can also add it to the bath for a little pampering at the end of a hectic day. The oil retails for $29.00.

As mentioned you can find all these fabulous products at Sephora