get to know team philosophy's favorite products

caroline, global brand ambassador 

favorite product + why you love it: one-step meltaway cleansing balm – “in one simple step, i feel purified, physically through my skin and mentally through the ritual of a reset by checking in on myself.”  

favorite way to practice self-care: “i treat the time in the bath or shower as a mental reset just as much as a skin reset. it’s often the only moments of true solitude in our day and it’s a chance to check in with myself, to notice how i’m feeling in the moment, and to reconnect. those quiet minutes allow me to let go of what no longer serves me and leave feeling more grounded.”  

paul, senior director, global education and events 

favorite product + why you love it: microdelivery vitamin c resurfacing peel – “the two steps means that even my sometimes-sensitive skin gets the pampering peel treatment. it’s also awesome on dry patches—elbows and knees—before self-tanning!”  

favorite way to practice self-care: “self-care includes mental rest, and so i allow myself to zone out with lego—i’m a big collector and fan—because it’s one of the only things in life where when you simply follow the instructions and it works out. plus, it’s proven to help strengthen your brain’s executive functions."  

fun fact: “when i started in the cosmetic business it was supposed to be a three-month part-time job, but i fell in love with the business, and making people feel better about themselves. that was over 30 years ago and i never left!”  

nina, senior brand manager 

favorite product + why you love it: hope in a jar hyaluronic glow moisturizer – “i have oily skin and this is lightweight but still very hydrating. the gel-like texture absorbs beautifully and gives my skin a natural glow, making it perfect for everyday wear or as a smooth base under makeup.”  

favorite way to practice self-care: “unwinding with smooth jazz and light meditation. i create a cozy space for myself where i can relax, reset, and release the stress of the day.”  

taylor, manager, social and community management 

favorite product + why you love it: vanilla hug body mist – “i love the vanilla hug body mist because it’s perfect for everyday wear. i use it when i go to the gym, and i love putting it in my hair, i always get so many compliments when i hug people!”  

favorite way to practice self-care: “getting my nails done. it’s something i’ve always kept up with no matter how busy or chaotic life gets. it helps me feel more put together, and it’s a moment where i can relax and pamper myself.”  

fun fact:“before i started working at philosophy, i didn’t really have much of a skincare routine. but since joining the brand, i’ve learned so much from my team and about our products that now i can’t go without using my cleanser, moisturizer, and everything my skin needs to thrive.”  

daniela, global senior marketing director 

favorite product + why you love it: purity one-step facial cleanser – “my go-to for years because it’s the one product i can always count on. it leaves my skin clean, calm, and balanced without ever feeling stripped—just that quiet, dependable kind of care you really notice over time.”  

favorite way to practice self-care: “as a working mom of a toddler, those few quiet minutes at the bathroom sink at the end of the day have become my truest form of self-care. washing my face and tending to my skin is the one small moment that’s just for me; a pause, a breath, a way to feel grounded again before tomorrow begins”  

katie, digital copywriter 

favorite product + why you love it: ultimate miracle worker resurfacing body serum – “i swear i can feel this working to tighten and tone! it also makes my skin so soft. i layer it with our whipped body crème in the winter, but it’s lightweight and hydrating enough on its own for spring and summer.”  

favorite way to practice self-care: “going for long walks. i’m fortunate enough to live near the park and it’s one of my favorite places to get grounded, reconnect with myself, and unwind.”   

fun fact:“my rescue dog was a model for one of oprah’s favorite things!”   

what ties all of us together isn’t just a favorite product, it’s intention. self-care at philosophy is about creating moments that restore, routines that ground us, and formulas that fit seamlessly into real life. whether it’s a one-step cleanse, a quiet moment at the sink, or a spritz of something comforting, these small rituals add up to something bigger.