40 Drunk Elephant Reviews & Complaints
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Drunk Elephant is a powerhouse brand with a devoted following who appreciate its clean, “biocompatible” formulations that deliver visible results.
Customers rave about the serums and C-Firma products, feeling they justify the high price point.
However, controversy exists around the brand’s original target audience, and many reviewers feel irritated by the excessive mixing/layering needed for application, leading to some product pilling.
Overall takeaway: High-end, results-driven clean skincare, best suited for users who commit to the specific layering ritual.
* Generated from real customer experiences.
Not gonna lie, the colorful packaging got me before I even knew what half the products were for. 😂 I was excited to try the brand, but after using the product I picked, I honestly felt a little underwhelmed. It wasn’t terrible, and I liked the experience well enough, but I didn’t get that magical “I NEED THIS FOREVER” feeling. For the price, I expected to be more impressed. Maybe I just haven’t found the right product for me yet.
I feel like Drunk Elephant has been part of the skincare conversation for so long that it’s almost impossible to browse beauty content without seeing it pop up. The packaging is cute, the products look fun on a shelf, and I can understand why people get excited about the brand. But the hype also makes expectations ridiculously high. Not every product is going to suit every skin type, and having a lot of popular products doesn’t mean you need to use them all together. I’d be especially careful about combining active ingredients without understanding what each one does. I like the brand, but I wouldn’t buy an entire routine just because somebody online swears by it. My skin and my wallet both deserve a little common sense.
Nice packaging, good textures, and my skin looked smoother after consistent use.
Protini made my skin feel soft and hydrated without being greasy. It’s really nice, but definitely expensive.
I bought Drunk Elephant during one of my “new skincare routine, new me” phases. 😂 The packaging absolutely got me first, I’m not even going to lie. I started with a couple of their products instead of buying the entire shelf, thankfully. I really liked the lightweight textures and how easy some of them were to work into my routine. My skin looked pretty fresh when I was consistent, but I also realized that throwing every active together because the bottles looked cute was NOT the move. 🙃 Once I simplified things, I liked the products much more. Definitely a brand where I’d recommend starting small instead of going crazy on your first order.
Drunk Elephant is definitely expensive, but I’ve had some really good experiences with the products I’ve tried. My skin feels smoother, more hydrated, and less dull when I’m consistent with the routine. I particularly like the serums because I only need a small amount, so one bottle lasts longer than expected.
The downside is that the routine can become complicated very quickly. I made the mistake of layering too many products together and ended up with pilling. Once I simplified things, I had a much better experience. The packaging is also practical and makes it easy to control how much product comes out.
The packaging is practical and the bottles make it easy to control how much product comes out. The biggest downside is definitely the cost, but some of the serums have lasted longer than I expected because I only need a small amount.
I think the coconut-derived ingredients or active signal peptides destroyed my skin barrier. Extremely disappointing given price tag.
I finally caved and bought it after seeing it everywhere. And okay… I get it now. 😂 My skin has been looking really good lately, and I’ve actually been enjoying my routine instead of treating it like a chore. Expensive little habit, but I’m not mad about it.
Every Drunk Elephant product I’ve tried has worked beautifully with my skin. My complexion feels balanced, hydrated, and noticeably smoother after a few weeks.
The moisturizer and serum have both worked really well for my skin. Everything layers nicely, and my face stays hydrated without becoming oily during the day.
I’ve enjoyed every Drunk Elephant product I’ve tried so far. The formulas layer well together, and my skin feels hydrated without becoming oily.
Drunk Elephant helped improve my skin barrier after I overused exfoliating products. The moisturizers felt nourishing without being heavy, and my skin looked healthier after a few weeks.
Drunk Elephant helped simplify my skincare routine, and several of the products worked really well for hydration and skin barrier support. A few formulas were strong at first, but my skin adjusted over time.
Drunk Elephant products worked well for my skin barrier and helped reduce irritation from over-exfoliation. Some formulas are a bit strong, but overall I like how effective they are.
I really enjoyed some Drunk Elephant products, especially the moisturizers and serums, because they made my skin look healthier and smoother over time. The only downside is that a few products feel overpriced because of the hype around the brand.
I’ve tried several Drunk Elephant products and most of them were genuinely good, especially the moisturizers and serums. My skin looked smoother and more balanced while using them, although I still think some products are overpriced because of the hype around the brand.
I really liked some Drunk Elephant products, especially the Protini moisturizer and bronzing drops. My skin felt smoother and looked healthier overall while using them. That said, not every product worked for me, and I think some items are more hype than necessity considering the price point.
Got the Protini Polypeptide Cream and the C-Firma serum. Cream is amazing feels rich but not greasy. Serum kinda strong at first gave me slight redness. Brand is hyped for a reason tho, just expensive.
really good moisturizer. makes skin feel plump and soft. kinda pricey tho
i really like most of their stuff but wow its expensive 😭 the moisturizer saved my dry skin but i cant justify buying it again every month. still good tho just hurts the wallet abit
read too many reviews before buying. Finally tried it and its actually decent. Not life changing but solid.
My sister gave this to me for my birthday because she swears by it. I was excited to try it, but honestly the results were just okay for me. It feels nice on the skin, but I expected more considering how much she talked it up.
Customer support was polite but not very responsive. It took several emails before I got any real assistance.
Drunk Elephant is perfect for those with sensitive skin and suffers from a dry and flaky skin since their moisturizers absorb quickly and does not irritate the skin. It makes it look better instead.
The moisturizers absorb quickly without irritation.
It doesn’t feel heavy at all, which is exactly what I was looking for.
I started using Drunk Elephant because of the clean skincare buzz and the color bottles made me laugh at first. I used their Protini cream and a vitamin C serum for a few months. It made my skin less dull and my acne scars seemed lighter.
I noticed my skin texture is nicer and less dry patches. I mix it with sunscreen in the morning. Its a bit pricey but worth it for me.
So I finally tried Drunk Elephant after everyone at work would not shut up about it. I got the Protini cream. Its nice, very smooth, no bad smell, but for the price I thought I would see some huge change. My skin looks fine but not life changing. Maybe its better for other people. I will finish the jar but prob wont rebuy unless its on sale.
I use T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial at home after school on weekends but one time i didn’t rinse fully and next morning my forehead was kinda red for my English class. After i buffed proper and left it off before a major exam week my skin looked clearer and smoother. Price hurts my student budget tho.
I went for the T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum after reading good stuff online. Dang first night i put too much and face was like red and burning next am. After i toned it down and did every other night it got better and my tiny bumps around chin started disappearing. Big fan but careful with amount.
The Protini Polypeptide Cream is prob my fav moisturizer ever but my wallet cries. Its super smooth and not greasy at all. I started using it when my skin got dry after a beach trip and it fixed that flaky mess in like 3 days. I mix it with the B Hydra Serum sometimes. Pump is nice and clean but I never know when its about to run out which is annoying. Still, my makeup sits way better over it.
I treated myself to Drunk Elephant in the Christmas sale. The products are gentle and my skin looks healthier going into the new year. Love the packaging and the holiday set was worth every peso.
Pricey but honestly worth it for how bright my skin looks.
Super clean formulas, my skin absolutely loves their vitamin C.
Drunk Elephant has by far been my favorite skincare find this year. The texture of their moisturizer is beautiful, my skin looks clearer and smoother, and I haven’t had any irritations. Worth the investment in my opinion.
Drunk Elephant skincare has been consistently excellent for me. I have sensitive skin and this brand feels safe yet effective. I’ve noticed much smoother texture and fewer red patches after regular use. I’m sold.
Great products but I only have problems with the packaging it was damaged when i got it
Protini cream is steady and dependable—no fragrance, no drama. Skin feels bouncy in the morning.