3.9
72% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Drunk Elephant
3.9 • 132 Reviews
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3.9
72% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
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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4y ago
Great vitamin C serum
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Too expensive, and too much packaging
For full transparency, I only tried the vit C serum...it was super sticky, which made me not want to put it on every morning =/ I ended up using a different moisturiser with vit C in it. The serum might be high quality, but the best thing for your skin is the thing you actually use!
5y ago
LOVE this brand! My only complaint is that it's pretty expensive but I do occasionally splurge. I also love to use their minis for travel - just because you're away doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your skincare quality! My favorite products are the B-Hydra serum and their Protini moisturizer.
I’ve only tried the Sili Body Lotion but I love it. It has a light almondy scent and sinks in quickly, totally not greasy. Good price for the range.
1y ago
Absolutely love this brand for myself! I love a whole lot of brands for my skincare routine, but love to add this one in the mix! I love the way that my face feels after my routine. So clean & fresh! I definitely give this one not 5 but 10 stars! A tad expensive, but worth it & lasts me awhile.
I like Drunk Elephant's facial serum. I highly recommend it!
3y ago
Their stuff isn't terrible per se, but it IS terribly overpriced. I've found skincare brands and products that offer more quantity and quality at a fraction of the price. Even if you like the packaging or brand, this just doesn't justify spending a premium for something that won't make your skin any better. Everyone's different and maybe some peoples' skin just does better with Drunk Elephant – not for me though.
I've tried the mini size of their Polypeptide cream, yes it works but there are other brands that work just as well for a fraction of the price. IMO, you're paying for their nice packaging design. It is nice the product is fragrance free. Their sunscreen did not work for me, it felt too heavy on my skin.
5y ago
I have used nearly ever item in this product line (outside of haircare) and often recommend it to friends. Standout products include: Baby Facial – this is a face mask that everyone should have in their vault. Their star product as far as I'm concerned. Protini – a great everyday mid-price-point moisturizer (Or the Lala Retro for winter months) Melting Butter Cleanser – if you like an oil based cleanser this is a nice one. Lots of people are fans of the Vit-C serum which is great for the price point, but I still prefer SkinCeuticals. I love that they don't add ANY fragrance or irritating additives. I know it's always safe for my sensitive skin.
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I don't love their SPF due to the texture and difficulty layering makeup.
These products work so well with my skin and I love that all the products are natural and sustainable. My favorites are the serums and moisturizers and they really improve the look and feel of my skin.
2y ago
I do like Drunk Elephants bronzing drops, but not the price. I feel like I can get the same product from Elf and not pay over sixty dollars for it.
My sensitive skin can’t tolerate any of their moisturizers; they all made me break out. But a lot of people love these products, so they may be worth a try.
Funky packaging and decent products but these are not necessarily my go to products when it comes to skincare.
Overall I enjoy DE products. Right now I am loving the Vitamin C, Body Lotion with AHA, and Marula Oil. Do I think the products are expensive for what they are and that other brands offer the same quality for lower prices, yes. But I am always drawn to the packaging and open to trying the products to see if they really live up to the hype.
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It seems so obvious to me they would offer refillable items especially the way the component is made...
4y ago
Tried the C-Firma Day Serum and unfortunately my skin did not react too well, causing some redness and breakouts. Also did not like the smell nor the texture.
Have been a fan of the Drunk Elephant protini moisturizer for years- it's such a great product and feels high quality and luxurious to use. I appreciate the fun branding and have always found Drunk Elephant products to be gentle, non-irritating and effective.
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On the pricier side (but with it imo!)
I've tried a couple of Drunk Elephant's products and love how they're part of the CLEAN at Sephora. I like their TLC Sukari Babyfacial and Lala Retro Whipped Moisturizer.
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A bit expensive and I think the packaging made it difficult to open it up to make sure I got every single drop of product.
There are a few things I like about this brand - it was one of the first clean/non-toxic skin care products sold on Sephora; it has attention grabbing packaging; and the products sort of work. For the most part, I didn't mind using Drunk Elephant's products, especially didn't mind the travel sized ones. The Vitamin C Serum probably was my favourite. But for the price that I paid at, the products left me without much confidence in the effectiveness. At least, my skin wasn't irritated.
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I'd make the price point more affordable as the brand is targeting mid 20s-early 30s consumers.
5y ago
Been shopping around for a new moisturizer, and Drunk Elephant's one of the ones I tried and probably one of the favorites. Moisturizer had a pleasant smell, wasn't too thick, and didn't irritate my skin.
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It's a little bit pricey.
I've used multiple products from this brand, from facial cleanser to all sorts of moisturisers. All of them are ok, nothing really stands out. Packaging particularly the colours are very adorable.
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The value is not great.