Brand reviews - BeautyDecoded analysis
Drunk Elephant.
Drunk Elephant analyzed by a doctor and opinions of beautydecoders.
Clean beauty brand founded in Houston in 2012 by Tiffany Masterson, acquired by Shiseido in 2019. Nine products analyzed across the T.L.C. Framboos, C-Firma, Protini, Lala Retro ranges and the Bora Barrier and Protini Resurfacing discoveries - with their BeautyDecoded scores and 17 actual user returns, and a critical analysis of value for money against its alternatives.
9
Products analyzed
17
User reviews
90,1
Anti-âge + taches max (C-Firma)
+1,0
Max. sensitivity (B-Hydra)
Further information
Review a Drunk Elephant product on your skin profile.
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Formulatory identity
Visit Suspicious 6 - six excluded ingredient categories.
Drunk Elephant systematically eliminates six categories of ingredients of all its formulations. This is the brand's formulatory identity - communicated as a strict protocol. Four exclusions are solidly validated by clinical data. Two are nuanced or excessive.
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4 scientifically validated exclusions
Essential oils + synthetic fragrances (leading regulated causes of cosmetic allergy) + drying alcohols (dehydrating agents for dry/sensitive skin) + (dehydrating agents for dry/sensitive skin) + (dehydrating agents for dry/sensitive skin) SLS and sulfates (alter the hydrolipidic film). These 4 exclusions are consistent with current clinical data.
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2 nuanced or excessive exclusions
Silicones Volatile silicones are not occlusive, unlike heavy silicones. Chemical filters Excessive - only oxybenzone and octinoxate are the subject of legitimate concern, not the entire family of organic filters. This generalization may undermine photoprotection.
Editorial reading
«The Suspicious 6 philosophy is more rigorous than most clean beauty approaches because it's based on real clinical data - it's not pure greenwashing. But the total exclusion of chemical filters is a generalization that can harm users» sun protection. The majority of modern organic filters (Tinosorb S/M, Uvinul A Plus) are safe."
Deciphering the 6 exclusions
Suspicious 6 - clinical nuance of each exclusion.
Each exclusion analyzed according to current clinical data. The aim is not to discredit the brand's philosophy, but to shed light on what it really does and where it goes too far.
| Ingredient avoided | Justification Drunk Elephant | Clinical nuance |
|---|---|---|
| Essential oils | Allergens, irritants for sensitive skin | Validated - EOs contain regulated allergens |
| Synthetic fragrances | Irritants, microbiome disruptors | Validated - leading cause of cosmetic allergies |
| Drying alcohols | Desiccants, barrier disruptors | Validated on dry/sensitive skin - limited impact on oily skin |
| SLS / sulfates | Aggressive surfactants, damaged barrier | Validated - SLS alter the hydrolipidic film |
| Silicones | Occlusive film, potential comedogens | Partially founded - non-occlusive volatile silicones; heavier silicones |
| Chemical filters | Endocrine disruptors, toxic substances | Excessive - only oxybenzone and octinoxate controversial; majority of organic filters safe |
Editorial reading
Drunk Elephant vs alternatives - the question of price.
Drunk Elephant's main criticism isn't formulatory - the formulas are generally well-constructed. It's the value for money. Here are four direct comparisons with formally comparable and much more affordable alternatives.
| Product Drunk Elephant | Price DE | Comparable alternative | Alternative price |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLC Framboos (AHA+BHA 30 ml) | ~87 € | BHA 2 % + AHA 8 % Paula's Choice (2×118 ml) | ~70 € |
| C-Firma Vitamin C (30 ml) | ~82 € | C15 Super Booster Paula's Choice (30 ml) | ~55 € |
| Protini Polypeptide Cream (50 ml) | ~65 € | Buffet Multi-Peptide The Ordinary (30 ml) | ~16 € |
| Lala Retro Whipped Cream (50 ml) | ~65 € | Cicaplast B5 Balm La Roche-Posay (40 ml) | ~8 € |
Drunk Elephant's added value is real pH calibrated, Suspicious 6 consistent, qualitative colored packaging. But the active ingredients (glycolic acid, vitamin C, peptides) are the same molecules found in Paula's Choice or The Ordinary. The price difference mainly pays for premium galenics and the absence of the 4 validated Suspicious 6 - not a fundamental formulatory superiority.
Two BeautyDecoded discoveries
Absent products source article.
The analysis of BeautyDecoded data has identified two clinically remarkable products that did not appear in the initial analysis.
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Bora Barrier Repair Cream
Anti-aging score 83,3, redness 58,65, sensitive skin 0. Post-treatment barrier repair cream (retinol, acids). Ceramides + omega 6 + essential fatty acids. Exceptional profile for repair care.
02
Protini Powerpeptide Resurfacing Serum
Triple action records Anti-aging 86.7 + imperfections 76.5 + blemishes 76.5. Universal profile (84-91). Peptide serum + enzymatic exfoliation. The best serum in the Drunk Elephant catalog for all three criteria combined.
Overview
The 9 products analyzed, at a glance.
Very low review volumes (1 to 4) - user ratings are indicative, algorithmic scores (INCI formulation) are reliable. Four products rated 5/5, including 2 BD discoveries. Three products rated ≤ 3.5/5 - notable qualitative signals (scent, price, questionable efficacy).
| Product | Note | Opinions | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protini Polypeptide Cream | 5,00/5 | 2 | TOP anti-âge 85 - sensitivity 0 |
| Lala Retro Whipped Cream | 5,00/5 | 4 | TOP crème riche peaux sèches - retinol cream-buffer |
| Bora Barrier Repair Cream | 5,00/5 | 1 | Découverte BD - redness 58.65 - anti-aging 83.3 |
| Protini Resurfacing Serum | 5,00/5 | 1 | Découverte BD - triple action records |
| C-Firma Vitamin C | 3,63/5 | 4 | Anti-ageing + spots 90.1 - odour reported |
| TLC Framboos Night Serum | 3,50/5 | 2 | Tri-action 79.9/76.5/76.5 - sensitivity -7.25 |
| C-Tango Eye Cream | 3,00/5 | 1 | Anti-ageing 81.6 - effectiveness questioned at €70 |
| A-Shaba Eye Serum | 3,00/5 | 1 | Eye records 86.7/81.6 - rancid odor reported |
| B-Hydra Hydration Serum | 2,50/5 | 1 | Sensitivity +1.0 (record) - 1 insufficient opinion |
Note on BeautyDecoded reviews. Low volumes (1 to 4 reviews per product) - limited statistical basis. INCI formulatory scores remain reliable. C-Firma (4 reviews) and Lala Retro (4 reviews) have the strongest statistical basis. Scores ≤ 3.5/5 on 1 review should be read with caution - they signal notable qualitative observations, not confirmed trends.
Family 01
Core assets - TLC Framboos & C-Firma
The AHA+BHA pH 3.5 complex (TLC Framboos) and the pure AA + vitamin E + ferulic acid trio (C-Firma) - two technically accomplished formulations at a premium price.
AHA + BHA night serum pH 3.5
Exceptional tri-action - tolerant skin only
TLC Framboos Glycolic Night Serum
AHA T.L.C. Complex (glycolic + tartaric + lactic + citric acid) + BHA 1 % (salicylic acid) at pH 3.5. Anti-aging score 79,9, imperfections 76,5 and stains 76,5 - exceptional tri-action profile. Dry skin score 91 - adapted thanks to soothing extracts (raspberry, cactus). Sensitive skin score -7.25 - the lowest in the Drunk Elephant catalog.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
91
Oily skin
84
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
91
Sensitive skin
-7,25
Anti-aging
79,9
⛔ Sensitivity verdict
Not suitable for sensitive skin (score: -7.25). The lowest in the Drunk Elephant catalog. Reserved for skin that has established a tolerance to chemical exfoliants.
AHA + BHA precautions. Usage by night only. SPF 50+ morning mandatory. Do not combine with retinol on the same evening. Start 2 evenings/week. Avoid on reactive skin.
«Framboos TLC is Drunk Elephant's most technically accomplished product - AHA + BHA combined at pH 3.5, exceptional tri-action profile (anti-aging 79.9, blemishes 76.5, spots 76.5). The combination of AHA + BHA in the same serum is rare and relevant: simultaneous surface exfoliation (AHA) + intrafolicular exfoliation (liposoluble BHA). Sensitivity score -7.25: reserved for profiles that have established their tolerance. For tight budgets: BHA 2% + AHA 8% Paula's Choice delivers comparable results at a lower cost. »
User feedback
«Good, non-aggressive serum. Drunk Elephant products are well formulated.»
«Caused redness and even more pimples on my sensitive skin.»
Verdict - TOP (tolerant skin). AHA + BHA combined pH 3.5. Exceptional tri-action profile. Sensitivity score -7.25: contraindicated for reactive skin. Premium price €87. 2 polarized opinions consistent with sensitivity score.
Vitamin C serum 15 % + E + ferulic acid
Anti-ageing + spots 90.1 - odour reported
C-Firma Fresh Day Serum
15 % pure ascorbic acid + 1 % vitamin E + 0.5 % ferulic acid at pH 3.3 - the reference antioxidant trio in proportions validated by clinical studies. Anti-aging score 90,1 and stains 90.1 - among the highest in the catalog. Sensitive skin score -2.75 - slight caution (pH 3.3 acid). Unique reconstitution system (separate powder + liquid) for maximum freshness.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
80,5
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
87,5
Sensitive skin
-2,75
Anti-aging
90,1
⚠️ Sensitivity verdict
Not suitable for sensitive skin (score: -2.75). Consistent with acidic pH 3.3.
«C-Firma is formulatively excellent - confirmed blemish and anti-aging score of 90.1, clinically validated antioxidant trio (Pinnell 2005). But the BeautyDecoded rating (3.63/5) is held back by two signals repeated in the reviews: smell and price. The strong odor is inherent to pure ascorbic acid, which partially oxidizes - the real limit of pure AA-based formulas, even the best stabilized ones. More affordable alternative: C15 Super Booster Paula's Choice (~55 €) with an equivalent formula without reconstitution system.»
User feedback
«One of the best pure vitamin C serums with C-Ferulic. The reference on the market.»
«Didn't irritate my skin but the smell is quite off-putting.»
«Very expensive for what it is. Very unpleasant smell. Didn't have any problems with oxidation by keeping it away from light.»
Verdict - TOP formulatory. Anti-ageing and spots 90.1. Unique reconstitution system. Odor noted in reviews. Premium price (82 €/30 ml). Rating 3.63/5 on 4 reviews slowed down by smell + price.
Family 02
range Protini - peptides
Crème Polypeptide (anti-aging 85, sensitive skin 0, rating 5/5) and Resurfacing Serum (BD discovery - triple action records). Multi-mechanism approach within a single range.
Peptides + Mild AHA cream
TOP - Anti-aging 85 + sensitivity 0
Protini Polypeptide Cream
9 peptide complexes + 10 % lactic acid (mild AHA) at pH 4. Anti-aging score 85 - the highest in the Drunk Elephant catalog for creams. Oily skin score 77, normal to oily skin score 91. Sensitive skin score 0 - perfectly matched. Dry skin score 55.3 - moderate (gel-cream texture, not rich cream).
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
55,3
Oily skin
77
Normal to dry skin
55,3
Normal to oily skin
91
Sensitive skin
0
Anti-aging
85
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Unreservedly suitable (score: 0). Consistent with pH 4, lactic acid (best-tolerated AHA) and absence of Suspicious 6.
«Protini Polypeptide Cream is the best Drunk Elephant product in terms of formulation/tolerance - sensitive skin score 0, anti-aging 85, perfect score 5/5. Lactic acid 10 % at pH 4 sets it apart from peptide creams without exfoliation: it is the best-tolerated AHA (higher molecular weight than glycolic, slower penetration). The peptide + lactic acid combination is biologically coherent - lactic acid enhances peptide penetration by optimizing the condition of the stratum corneum. Dry skin score 55.3: for very dry skin, Lala Retro is more suitable».»
User feedback
«Moisturizing without being heavy. Perfect for my skin. Nothing but happiness.»
«Every night, it's my moment of pleasure. Discreet fragrance, texture that melts into the skin with a matte, non-greasy finish.»
Verdict - TOP. Anti-ageing 85. Sensitive skin score 0. Rating 5/5. Peptides + lactic acid 10 % pH 4. All skin types (except very dry). 2 reviews statistically insufficient.
Serum peptides + enzymatic resurfacing
Découverte BD - Triple action records (86.7/76.5/76.5)
Protini Powerpeptide Resurfacing Serum
Serum peptides + enzymatic exfoliation (resurfacing). Anti-aging score 86,7 + imperfections 76,5 + stains 76,5 - among the highest in the Drunk Elephant catalog. Universal profile 84-91. Sensitive skin score -2.25 - slight caution (resurfacing component). BeautyDecoded discovery - not mentioned in source article.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
84
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
91
Sensitive skin
-2,25
Anti-aging
86,7
⚠️ Sensitivity verdict
Slight caution recommended (score: -2.25). Consistent with the resurfacing component (enzymatic exfoliation).
«Protini Resurfacing Serum is the most interesting discovery in the Drunk Elephant catalog via BeautyDecoded - triple anti-aging score (86.7), blemishes (76.5) and spots (76.5), universal profile. Not mentioned in source article. Complements Protini cream (peptides + lactic acid) with enzymatic resurfacing action - multi-mechanism approach within the same range. To be considered as the first serum in a Drunk Elephant routine.»
User feedback
«Great combo with Protini cream. Very good.»
Verdict - Triple action records. Anti-ageing 86.7 / blemishes 76.5 / spots 76.5. Universal profile 84-91. BeautyDecoded discovery missing from source article. 1 insufficient review.
Family 03
Rich creams & barrier repair
Lala Retro Whipped Cream (dry skin 91, documented retinol buffer cream) and Bora Barrier Repair Cream discovery (redness 58.65, ideal post-treatment).
Ceramide-rich cream + ferments
Référence crème riche - peau sèche 91
Lala Retro Whipped Cream
Rich cream : ceramides + plant lipids (ferments, babassu butter) in a dense emollient formula. Dry skin score 91 and normal to dry skin 91 - optimal profile. Oily skin score 45.5 - too rich for this profile. Sensitive skin score 0 - perfectly matched. Anti-ageing score 32.3 - moderate (repairing emollient, not corrective).
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
91
Oily skin
45,5
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
70
Sensitive skin
0
Anti-aging
32,3
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Unreservedly suitable (score: 0).
«Lala Retro is the reference Drunk Elephant rich cream - score dry skin 91, sensitive skin 0, rating 5/5 out of 4 reviews. Its use as a «buffer cream» with retinol (reported in reviews: application before retinoid to create a protective barrier) is clinically relevant and a smart way to justify the price. Moderate anti-aging score (32.3): repairing emollient, not corrective anti-aging - its role is barrier occlusion and restoration. Oily skin score 45.5: to be excluded from this profile.»
User feedback
«Soft, creamy and thick like a balm. Perfect as a night cream.»
«Saved my skin when I went back on retinol 1 %. So moisturizing. Too bad it's so expensive.»
«My winter cream for years. Incomparable texture and comfort. Too expensive but I come back to it every winter.»
«Good product but still expensive for the expected benefits.»
Verdict - Référence crème riche. Rated 5/5 out of 4 reviews. Dry skin 91. Sensitive skin 0. Documented retinol buffer cream. Too rich for oily skin (45.5). Price systematically reported as too low.
Barrier repair cream
Découverte BD - Anti-ageing 83.3 + redness 58.65
Bora Barrier Repair Cream
Barrier repair formula : ceramides, omega 6 (linoleic acid), essential fatty acids + soothing active ingredients. Anti-aging score 83,3 - surprising for a repair cream. Redness score 58,65 and stains 55,25 - relevant for a post-treatment cream. Sensitive skin score 0 - perfectly matched. Discover BeautyDecoded.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
49
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
63
Sensitive skin
0
Anti-aging
83,3
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Unreservedly suitable (score: 0).
«Bora Barrier Repair Cream is the discovery of the Drunk Elephant catalog via BeautyDecoded - anti-aging score 83.3, redness 58.65, blemishes 55.25, sensitive skin 0. Not mentioned in source article. Post-treatment profile (retinol, acids) highly relevant. To be explored as an alternative to Lala Retro for sensitized combination skin. The only review (5/5) confirms efficacy on skin sensitized by retinol treatments - exactly the indication consistent with the redness score. 1 insufficient review.»
User feedback
«Soothes and moisturizes. Non-sticky feel. No reaction for my skin sensitized by retinol treatments.»
Verdict - BeautyDecoded discovery. Anti-ageing 83.3. Redness 58.65. Sensitivity score 0. Ideal after retinol treatment. Absent from source article. 1 insufficient review.
Family 04
Eye contour & hydration
C-Tango Eye (5 vitamin C forms, solid formulation scores but efficacy questioned by 1 review), A-Shaba Eye (eye records but rancid odour reported), B-Hydra (sensitivity +1.0 record).
Multi-vitamin C eye contour
Solid formula - effectiveness questioned at €70
C-Tango Multivitamin Eye Cream
5 forms of vitamin C (pure AA + 4 stable derivatives) + peptide + ceramide complex. Anti-ageing score 81,6 and stains 76.5 - high. Sensitive skin score +0.95 - very well suited. Redness score 49.3 - relevant for reddish circles.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
91
Oily skin
59,5
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
80,5
Sensitive skin
+0,95
Anti-aging
81,6
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Unreservedly suitable (score: +0.95).
«C-Tango is formulatively solid (anti-aging 81.6, spots 76.5, sensitive skin +0.95) - the vitamin C multi-form approach is smart for the fine periorbital area: pure AA acts quickly but can irritate; stable derivatives penetrate more slowly without irritation. But value for money is questionable at €62 / 15 ml. The only review confirms our disappointment with visible efficacy - topical active ingredients have their limits on constitutional or anatomical dark circles. For this budget, the BeautyDecoded score justifies a try on pigmented dark circles or periorbital fine lines.»
User feedback
«No effect on me at middle age. Just moisturizing, not suitable for oedematous bags. Expensive experience for over €70. Fun colorful packaging but that's about it.»
Verdict - Formulatively solid (anti-aging 81.6, sensitive skin +0.95). 1 opinion: questionable efficacy. High price for 15 ml. Limited on constitutional/anatomical dark circles.
Eye contour serum
Eye records - rancid odor reported
A-Shaba Complex Eye Serum
Eye contour serum. Anti-aging score 86,7 and stains 81,6 - among the highest in the Drunk Elephant catalog for an eye product. Imperfections score 76,5 - relevant for pigmented dark circles. Sensitive skin score -1.55 - slight caution.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
55,3
Oily skin
45,5
Normal to dry skin
69,3
Normal to oily skin
70
Sensitive skin
-1,55
Anti-aging
86,7
⚠️ Sensitivity verdict
Slight caution recommended (score: -1.55).
A worrying quality signal. The only BD notice indicates a rancid smell from first use, which led to a product return. This may indicate oxidation of the vegetable oils in the formula. Not a universal problem (only 1 report), but justifies checking the expiry date and storage conditions at the time of purchase.
«A-Shaba Complex Eye Serum has the best formulatory scores in the Drunk Elephant catalog for an eye care product (anti-aging 86.7, blemishes 81.6, imperfections 76.5). But BeautyDecoded's only review mentions a rancid odor that led to a product return - a worrying quality signal for a premium product. Monitor storage conditions and check expiry date. 1 insufficient review.»
User feedback
«Rancid oil smell from first use. I returned the product for a refund.»
Verdict - Best eye formulation scores in the catalog (anti-aging 86.7, blemishes 81.6). Rancid odor reported - product returned. Monitor shelf life and expiry date. 1 insufficient review.
Hydration Serum B5 + AH
Sensitivity +1.0 (catalog record) - 1 insufficient notice
B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum
Moisturizing serum pro-vitamin B5 + AH + amino acids. Oily skin score 87,5 and normal to oily skin 91 - optimal profile for oily skin seeking light hydration. Sensitive skin score +1.0 - catalog record Drunk Elephant. Anti-ageing score 27.2 - moderate (moisturizing, not corrective).
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
78,4
Oily skin
87,5
Normal to dry skin
78,4
Normal to oily skin
91
Sensitive skin
+1,0
Anti-aging
27,2
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Unreservedly suitable (score: +1.0). Catalog record.
«B-Hydra is Drunk Elephant's most tolerant serum (sensitive skin +1.0 - catalog record). Its profile is that of a light moisturizer for oily to combination skin (oily skin score 87.5). The 2.5/5 rating out of 1 review is insufficient to conclude on its effectiveness. For skins looking for a Drunk Elephant light moisturizer: relevant option on the score, to be validated on the specific profile.»
User feedback
«Pleasant but not suitable for my skin.»
Verdict - Sensitivity score +1.0 (catalog record). Light moisturizer for oily skin (87.5). 1 insufficient review for definitive verdict. Moderate anti-aging 27.2.
Putting it into practice
Drunk Elephant routines by skin profile.
Four protocols based on the Drunk Elephant catalog. Never combine AHA + retinol on the same evening. SPF 50+ is mandatory in the morning when using AHA or vitamin C.
Confirmed anti-aging - normal/oily
Anti-aging normal to oily skin
Morning
C-Firma Day Serum - SPF 50+ mineral (Drunk Elephant or other brand)
Evening
TLC Framboos (2-3×/week) or Protini Resurfacing Serum · Protini Polypeptide Cream
Anti-aging - mature dry skin
Anti-aging mature dry skin
Morning
C-Firma Day Serum - SPF 50+
Evening
Protini Resurfacing Serum · Lala Retro Whipped Cream
Retinol post-treatment
Repair post-retinol barrier
Morning
B-Hydra Serum · Bora Barrier Repair Cream - SPF 50+
Evening
Lala Retro (buffer before retinol) or Bora Barrier Repair Cream
All types - introduction
Introduction progressive
Morning
C-Firma Day Serum · Protini Polypeptide Cream - SPF 50+
Evening
Protini Polypeptide Cream - TLC Framboos 1×/week if tolerance established
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need really know.
What are Suspicious 6 and are they really problematic?
4 of the 6 exclusions are scientifically justified These include essential oils and fragrances (the leading causes of cosmetic allergies), drying alcohol and SLS (which alter the barrier). Excluding silicones is partially founded (heavy vs. volatile silicones). The exclusion of all chemical filters is excessive - only oxybenzone and octinoxate are of legitimate concern, not the entire family of modern organic filters.
Can Framboos TLC and A-Passioni be combined on the same evening?
No - never. AHA + retinol combination on the same evening = severe irritation and risk of barrier rupture. Alternate TLC Framboos 2-3 evenings/week, A-Passioni the other evenings. La Lala Retro or the Bora Barrier can be applied before retinol as a protective buffer.
Drunk Elephant is owned by Shiseido - have the formulas changed?
Shiseido acquired Drunk Elephant in 2019. No changes have been made to the formulas to date - Suspicious 6 is still excluded, and flagship formulas maintain their composition. As with L'Oréal/CeraVe, a takeover by a major group does not preclude a downgrading of formulas.
Is Drunk Elephant suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes for the majority of products - the absence of fragrance, alcohol and EO is precisely what makes the range suitable. The exceptions: the TLC Framboos (sensitivity score -7.25 - introduced very gradually), the C-Firma (pH 3.3 - test) and A-Passioni if available (retinol - gradual introduction). The Protini (sensitivity 0), the Lala Retro (0), the Bora (0) and the B-Hydra (+1.0) are unqualified.
Is Drunk Elephant value for money justified?
Drunk Elephant's added value is real: calibrated pH, consistent Suspicious 6, quality packaging. But the active ingredients (glycolic acid, vitamin C, peptides) are the same molecules found in Paula's Choice or The Ordinary. The price difference mainly pays for premium galenics and the absence of the 4 validated Suspicious 6 - not a fundamental formulatory superiority. For tighter budgets, the Paula's Choice (BHA 2 % + AHA 8 %, C15 Booster) or The Ordinary (Buffet Multi-Peptide) alternatives deliver comparable results at reduced cost.
What is the BeautyDecoded application?
BeautyDecoded is an application that helps you choose cosmetics adapted to your skin type thanks to the’INCI analysis. The application analyzes formulations and generates compatibility scores for 80 skin types. 9 Drunk Elephant products are referenced with 17 reviews. It does not constitute a medical consultation, but helps to objectify product selection according to a precise skin profile.
Further information
Review a Drunk Elephant product on your skin profile.
The BeautyDecoded application lets you scan any cosmetic product to visualize its suitability for your skin type and needs, based on INCI analysis.
Information for educational purposes only, not a substitute for medical consultation. BeautyDecoded is a cosmetic analysis application using artificial intelligence and is not a medical diagnostic tool. The results presented depend on the user's diligence and skin type. This article does not constitute a commercial partnership with the Drunk Elephant brand.
