Drunk Elephant reviews and discussion

3.9

72% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Effective exfoliating mask results
  • Hydrating, luxurious moisturizers
  • Potent brightening vitamin c serum
  • Gentle, non‑irritating cleanser
  • Bulky, wasteful plastic packaging
  • Sticky, metallic vitamin c texture
  • Messy, watery bronzing drops
  • Harsh acids for sensitive skin

Drunk Elephant earns mixed-to-positive reviews: many users see real improvements in glow, texture, and hydration from standouts like Protini Polypeptide Cream, C-Firma/C-Firma Fresh, Virgin Marula Oil, B‑Hydra, and T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial, while playful, hygienic pump packaging appeals. However, reviews also cite frequent downsides—overpriced feel, bulky plastic and hard-to-empty packaging, sensitivity reactions or breakouts (especially with Babyfacial and some moisturizers), inconsistent results, greasy textures, and bronzing drops that can be messy or clog. Buy if you want clean, active formulas and iconic heroes; skip if you have very sensitive skin or dislike heavy packaging and premium pricing.

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132 reviews and posts

  • Been using this eye cream for a bit and honestly, the C-Tango Multivitamin Eye Cream surprised me. 🍊 It’s rich but not heavy, and really helps brighten up tired eyes and smooth fine lines. Only downside? It’s pricey — but a tiny amount goes a long way, so it lasts forever. 👁️✨

  • My younger sister turned me on to Drunk Elephant (DE) and I am so glad she did. They happen to make my absolute cannot-live-without item: B-Hydra™ Intensive Hydration Serum. It is definitely my go to for non-tacky, smooth, clean moisture. I find that 99% of moisturizers tend to make my skin feel trapped – like it cannot breathe – which inevitably results in sweating for me. I use B-Hydra morning and night and mix in whatever other serums I want to apply along with it. By doing this, I find I use less product all around (together = 1 pump each, instead of 2 pumps each when used separately). Win win! When you order directly from the DE website, you always get freebies too. I am also a huge fan of the Protini Polypeptide Cream, and I am thrilled that DE has developed a refill system for this fun-to-use jar. Much better for the environment and my pockets. Finally, the jars and bottles and packaging are all really cool. None of that really matters in the long run, but I do appreciate the innovative, playful design nonetheless.

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  • Drunk elephant is the cult brand favorite that actually deserves the hype. I know a few people in the beauty industry, and they all swear by this collection. I particularly like their face lotion and cream and find it exceptionally hydrating and yet light. And of course I’m a sucker for a nice Packaging. This is the one you’ve been waiting for! Just do it.

    Received a free product from Drunk Elephant
  • I really love this product - every morning I mix 3 drops with my spf 50 sunscreen. But I feel it's a bit overpriced, specially with other brands offering the same product/formulation with a more competitive price.

  • Some of the products are great, but there are similar products that cost much less. If you're set on trying the brand, I recommend the C-firma serum, B-Hydra serum, or D-Bronzi drops. If you have sensitive skin; The TLC Sukari Babyfacial was super harsh and gave me a terrible reaction.

  • Love this brand. Credit to whoever manages Drunk Elephant's partnerships because I tried one of their tester products in a SoulCycle changing room (don't judge!!) and I've been steadily working through their entire range ever since. It's absolutely one of my go-to skincare brands right now and I love most of the products I've tried. Disclaimer = I have pretty "easy" skin so do caution friends with a more sensitive complexion to tread carefully as some of the products can be a little intense (I'm told). I also like to "feel" products when I'm wearing them and opt for "results driven" products (which is what my facialist calls products that are just intense AF, vs. someone who prefers products that you dont really notice while wearing). Fave products that I've tried from favourite to least favourite: - C-Firma Day Serum: *divisive product alert!* It tingles (or used to when I first got it) and feels like my skin is being actively managed for the day when I apply it after exfoliator in the morning. It's pretty thick, so liking the "feel" is a must. I know others who really don't like it, because it feels too shiny/sticky, but I like the texture and it gives you a nice glow. I'm pretty addicted to it. - Virgin Marula Luxury Facial Oil: new fave: it's made me a facial-oil person which I never thought I'd be - C-Tango Multivitamin Eye Cream: expensive but so smooth to apply and feels lovely - T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial: love this, recently bought it and recommend for people wanting something a little more "active" resurfacing facial. I use it around once a week. Sorry just saw it doesnt ship to the USA... - B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum: I've tried the mini version of this and it's lovely with great texture and hydration, I just have lots of similar products to this already, so have never bothered spending $$ on buying the full sized one. It's probably one of their more vanilla products suitable for sensitive skin. Overall recommend trying or getting one of their sets to trial a few products at once.

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    Wish the packaging was less "bulky plastic" style. The colours are pretty, but the overall vibe feels a little dated and non sustainable. Also find this style of packaging doesn't always allow you to get the "last drop" of the product out before binning it.

  • I mix my D-Bronzi drops in my sun screen. I have dry, sensitive skin with an olive tone, and the drops work perfectly for me. It provides a subtle glow and smooth finish. It lasts forever, and I would only purchase it again because of the clean ingredients.

  • O-Bloos Rosi Glow Drops is my new daily blush. I love it because it has a double effect, one as a make-up and two as a skin nourisher. The pigments are vegan and moisturizing. They keep the areas most at risk of irritation due to temperature changes at bay and it blends into the skin tone in a fantastic way. I haven't tried this trick yet but I could also mix two drops in the morning cream to even out the skin tone.

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  • I discovered Drunk Elephant products a few years ago through my IPSY subscription boxes. I have since purchased this brand's skincare from Ulta Beauty. Their moisturizer is hydrating and works well on my aging skin. I most recently bought Drunk Elephant's O-Bloos Rosi Drops. I use these drops daily on top of my makeup as the final step of 'putting on my face'. I often reapply just this product throughout the day. I find I am slightly addicted to the 'flush' affect given by applying O-Bloos to all the places the sun might naturally highlight one's face, such as the apples of the cheeks and the tip of the nose. I promise after trying these out you too will be amazed!!

  • Drunk Elephant Lippe Balm has become a staple in my routine. This balm is seriously hydrating and transforms my dry, chapped lips into smooth, supple perfection. I love the ingredients- avocado oil, marula butter, and peptides. The texture is creamy and lightweight, and it glides on effortlessly. Overall, the Drunk Elephant Lippe Balm is a game-changer for anyone struggling with dry lips. It's a bit on the pricier side, but the results are 100% worth it. If you're looking for a high-quality lip balm that delivers serious hydration and long-lasting comfort, this is the one. My lips have never felt better!

    Received a free product from Drunk Elephant
  • My all time favorite brand! I’ve been using DE for 5 years now and their products are Always part of my routine. Their products have truly transformed my skin for the better. Yes, the products are pricey but they are worth it for the results that you get. Their packaging is also fun and colorful and makes your vanity pop!

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  • I LOVE LOVE LOVE ALL THE DRUNK ELEPHANT SKIN CARE. - Personal face is the B-Hydra sirum

  • I love it !!!!

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    I love it . I use the bronzer and omggg glowwww. !!!

  • I love trying new brands of beauty care and personal care. This was a recent brand I tried. They are very expensive unfortunately, but once in a great while I can see myself buying this. It lasts just over a month for me, using it sparingly. It lathers and rinses well. It smells okay but not super great. And it makes my hair shiny and soft one it dries.

  • Drunk Elephant Mellow Marula Cream Cleanser is a solid, gentle cleanser that's well-suited for sensitive or dry skin. It has a creamy, smooth texture that didn't strip my skin. My skin felt leaving hydrated and soft after washing the cleanser off. The formula is fragrance-free, which is a plus. I prefer when a skincare product is not heavily scented because some break me out. It includes Marula oil, which is known for its moisturizing and antioxidant properties, and it does a good job of removing light makeup and impurities without irritating. However, while it's effective for daily cleansing, it may not be strong enough for removing heavy makeup or sunscreen in one go. You may need a double cleanse if you're doing cosplay makeup looks because this cleanser is on the gentle side not like a makeup balm remover.

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  • I have used their eye cream and it comes in cute packaging, but I do not think it is that effective in getting rid of the dark circles under my eyes.

  • I love that with Drunk Elephant you can always be confident in the formulations that they are clean, biocompatible with skin, and give you results! These products are always innovative and every launch is so exciting!

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    Would love to see some updates to their basics like turning their lip balm into a little jar like a lip mask, rethinking their cleanser (change branding on tube), and would love to see an essence or toner!

  • Finally tried Drunk Elephant and I get the hype—my skin feels smoother and way more hydrated. Love how lightweight everything is and no weird fragrances. It's pricey, but honestly feels worth it so far!

  • I tried the deodorant. It was just ok. I wasn’t bad but I wouldn’t buy it again. The texture was nice but I felt it didn’t last long

  • The C tango is the one - rejuvenates my skin so well. And love the whipped cream. Packaging is fun. I do think there are better products out there at a lower price point but if you can afford it, go all in.