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Drunk Elephant Mini Protini Polypeptide Moisturizer

This moisturizer is formulated with a blend of peptides, growth factors, and amino acids designed to support skin's structure and hydration. It aims to improve firmness, tone, and texture, making it a good option for those concerned with early signs of aging or a loss of elasticity.

Sephora price

$24.00

Price matters most when you are trying to learn whether this lane belongs in your routine without turning the test into a luxury gamble.

Sephora reviews

3.6 / 5

About 287 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Community FavoriteGood for: Anti-AgingClean at SephoraGood for: Uneven TextureGood for: Loss of firmnessGood for: DrynessSignal Peptide Complex (Growth Factors): Nine signal peptides (made up of amino acids, which form proteins in the skin) bind moisture to skin—visibly plumping, firming, and restoring bounce.Pygmy Waterlily Stem Cell Extract: An excellent source of antioxidants and nutrients to replenish the skin.DrynessDullness and Uneven Textureand Loss of Firmness and Elasticity

These are the shopper themes that keep showing up around this listing and shape why people open it in the first place.

Glass take

3.6 / 5 overall fit

A peptide-rich moisturizer that aims to improve skin's firmness and texture, suitable for most skin types but may not be a standout for those with very specific concerns.

Drunk Elephant Mini Protini Polypeptide Moisturizer

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A protein moisturizer that combines signal peptides, growth factors, amino acids, and pygmy waterlily to visibly improve skin‘s tone, texture, and firmness.

NormalDryCombinationand OilyDrynessDullness and Uneven Textureand Loss of Firmness and Elasticity

Apply morning and night to clean, dry skin for a vital dose of protein and replenishing moisture the skin needs to retain its youthful appearance.

Tip: Think of Protini™ in your Drunk Elephant skincare routine like adding a shot of protein to your smoothie every day.

Smoothie Tips:

Try Drunk Elephant‘s "Sleeping Beauty Smoothie" for visibly strong, smooth, glowing skin. In the palm of your hand, mix one pump of T.L.C. Framboos™, one pump of Virgin Marula Oil, and one pump of Protini™ and apply to skin.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

Protini is a solid choice for daily hydration and foundational support, especially if your routine lacks peptides. It's a good option for normal to dry skin types looking for a boost in firmness and bounce. However, if you already have a robust peptide-focused routine or are seeking intense hydration for very dry skin, you might find it adequate but not transformative.

Peptide Support

Users appreciate the inclusion of multiple peptides and growth factors, noting improvements in skin's bounce and firmness over time.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

Normal to dry skin
Skin concerned with firmness and texture
Those new to peptides

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

Your primary concern is severe dryness or dehydration
You already use multiple peptide-rich serums and treatments

Routine Fit

Where Protini Fits In

Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and any treatment serums. It serves as the final step to lock in hydration and deliver its peptide benefits. It can be used both morning and night.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.

What it actually does well

Contains a blend of peptides and growth factors
Aims to improve firmness and texture
Suitable for most skin types
Clean formulation

Where it starts to feel redundant

May not be hydrating enough for very dry skin
Peptide benefits can be redundant if already using similar ingredients

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

Protini Polypeptide Moisturizer is designed for daily use, both in the morning and evening routines, to consistently support skin's firmness and hydration.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

3.6/ 5 overall

A peptide-rich moisturizer that aims to improve skin's firmness and texture, suitable for most skin types but may not be a standout for those with very specific concerns.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water/Aqua/Eau

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0.0 / 10

The base of the formulation, providing hydration.

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Hydration

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Emollient

Dicaprylyl Carbonate

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0.0 / 10

A lightweight emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

Softening skin

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Humectant

Glycerin

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0.0 / 10

A common humectant that draws moisture to the skin.

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Hydration

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Emollient/Emulsifier

Cetearyl Alcohol

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0.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that helps to condition and soften the skin, and also aids in stabilizing the formula.

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Conditioning skin

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Emulsifier

Cetearyl Olivate

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0.0 / 10

An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water components.

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Stabilizing formula

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Emulsifier

Sorbitan Olivate

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0.0 / 10

Another emulsifier derived from olive oil, working with Cetearyl Olivate.

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Stabilizing formula

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Emollient

Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil

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1.0 / 10

Marula seed oil, rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, known for its nourishing properties.

Usually helps with

Nourishing skin

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Active

Bacillus/ Folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract

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2.0 / 10

A fermented extract containing folic acid, which can support skin health and renewal.

Usually helps with

Skin renewal

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Active

Nymphaea Alba Root Extract

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1.0 / 10

Extract from the white waterlily root, known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing skin

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Active

sh-Oligopeptide-1

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3.0 / 10

A synthetic peptide that mimics Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF), promoting cell turnover and skin repair.

Usually helps with

Skin repair

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Can be potent; monitor for irritation

Active

sh-Oligopeptide-2

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3.0 / 10

Another synthetic peptide that works with Oligopeptide-1 to support skin regeneration.

Usually helps with

Skin regeneration

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Can be potent; monitor for irritation

Active

sh-Polypeptide-1

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3.0 / 10

A synthetic peptide that mimics Keratin Growth Factor (KGF), aiding in skin repair and renewal.

Usually helps with

Skin repair

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Can be potent; monitor for irritation

Active

sh-Polypeptide-9

Badness

3.0 / 10

A synthetic peptide that supports skin elasticity and firmness.

Usually helps with

Skin elasticity

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Can be potent; monitor for irritation

Active

sh-Polypeptide-11

Badness

3.0 / 10

A synthetic peptide that contributes to skin's overall structure and firmness.

Usually helps with

Skin structure

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Can be potent; monitor for irritation

Active

Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14

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4.0 / 10

A peptide complex containing copper, known for its role in wound healing and collagen production.

Usually helps with

Collagen production

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Copper peptides can sometimes cause sensitivity

Active

Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate

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4.0 / 10

A peptide linked to palmitic acid, designed to enhance skin's firmness and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Usually helps with

Reducing wrinkles

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Can be potent; monitor for irritation

Active

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Badness

3.0 / 10

A peptide that helps to reduce inflammation and support collagen production.

Usually helps with

Reducing inflammation

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Active

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Badness

3.0 / 10

A peptide that stimulates collagen synthesis, helping to improve skin's firmness and reduce wrinkles.

Usually helps with

Stimulating collagen

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Amino Acid

Alanine

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid that is a building block of proteins, contributing to skin's structure.

Usually helps with

Skin structure

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Amino Acid

Arginine

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid that helps with skin repair and hydration.

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Skin repair

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Amino Acid

Glycine

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid that is a component of collagen, aiding in skin's firmness.

Usually helps with

Skin firmness

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Amino Acid

Histidine

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid with antioxidant properties.

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Antioxidant protection

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Amino Acid

Isoleucine

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid that is part of the skin's natural moisturizing factor.

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Skin hydration

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Amino Acid

Phenylalanine

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid that plays a role in skin's pigment production.

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Skin tone

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Amino Acid

Proline

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid essential for collagen production and skin repair.

Usually helps with

Collagen production

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Amino Acid

Serine

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid that helps maintain skin's hydration and barrier function.

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Skin hydration

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Amino Acid

Threonine

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid that supports collagen and elastin production.

Usually helps with

Skin elasticity

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Amino Acid

Valine

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid that helps with skin repair and protein synthesis.

Usually helps with

Skin repair

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Amino Acid Derivative

Acetyl Glutamine

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0.0 / 10

A derivative of glutamine, an amino acid that supports skin hydration and repair.

Usually helps with

Skin hydration

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Emollient

Coconut Alkanes

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0.0 / 10

Lightweight, non-greasy emollients derived from coconut oil.

Usually helps with

Lightweight hydration

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Emollient

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

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0.0 / 10

A natural emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps with spreadability.

Usually helps with

Smooth skin feel

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Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

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0.0 / 10

The salt form of hyaluronic acid, a powerful humectant that draws moisture into the skin.

Usually helps with

Intense hydration

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Amino Acid

Aspartic Acid

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0.0 / 10

An amino acid involved in skin's energy production and repair.

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Skin energy

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Fatty Acid

Linoleic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

An essential fatty acid that helps to strengthen the skin barrier and retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Skin barrier support

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Fatty Acid

Linolenic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

Another essential fatty acid that helps to reduce inflammation and improve skin hydration.

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Anti-inflammatory

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Emulsifier/Skin-Conditioning Agent

Lecithin

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0.0 / 10

A phospholipid that helps to stabilize emulsions and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning

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Humectant/Solvent

Butylene Glycol

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0.0 / 10

A common ingredient used to improve product texture and provide hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Film Former

Polyvinyl Alcohol

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to create a film on the skin, which can help with texture and product application.

Usually helps with

Smooth application

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Can sometimes feel tight as it dries

Humectant

Sodium Lactate

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0.0 / 10

A salt of lactic acid, known for its moisturizing properties.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing

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Humectant

Sodium PCA

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0.0 / 10

A component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF), helps to attract and hold water.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Humectant

PCA

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0.0 / 10

Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid, another component of NMF, aids in skin hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emulsifier

Sorbitan Isostearate

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0.0 / 10

An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.

Usually helps with

Stabilizing formula

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Thickener

Carbomer

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0.0 / 10

A thickening agent used to create gel-like textures.

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Product texture

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Emulsifier

Polysorbate 20

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0.0 / 10

A surfactant and emulsifier used to help disperse oils in water.

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Stabilizing formula

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Emulsifier

Polysorbate 60

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0.0 / 10

Another emulsifier that helps to create stable oil-in-water emulsions.

Usually helps with

Stabilizing formula

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Exfoliant/Humectant

Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer

Badness

2.0 / 10

A combination of alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) that can provide gentle exfoliation and hydration.

Usually helps with

Gentle exfoliation

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Can increase sun sensitivity; use SPF

Emulsifier/Thickener

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

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0.0 / 10

A synthetic polymer used to thicken formulations and create stable emulsions.

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Product texture

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Thickener

Xanthan Gum

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0.0 / 10

A natural thickening agent derived from fermented sugar.

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Product texture

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Humectant

Isomalt

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0.0 / 10

A sugar alcohol that acts as a humectant, helping to retain moisture.

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Hydration

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Humectant/Preservative Booster

1,2-Hexanediol

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0.0 / 10

A multifunctional ingredient that provides hydration and helps preserve the product.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Humectant/Emollient

Caprylyl Glycol

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0.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent that also helps to preserve the product.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning

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Preservative

Chlorphenesin

Badness

2.0 / 10

A preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

Usually helps with

Product preservation

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Can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A common preservative used to prevent bacterial contamination.

Usually helps with

Product preservation

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Can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

Vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Preservative

Sodium Benzoate

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1.0 / 10

A salt of benzoic acid, used as a preservative.

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Product preservation

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Preservative Booster

Phenylpropanol

Badness

1.0 / 10

An ingredient that enhances the efficacy of other preservatives.

Usually helps with

Product preservation

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Emollient/Preservative Booster

Glyceryl Caprylate

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0.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent that also helps to boost the preservative system.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning

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Active

Symphytum Officinale Callus Culture Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Extract from comfrey plant stem cells, known for its soothing and regenerative properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing skin

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this moisturizer good for anti-aging?

Yes, the inclusion of peptides and growth factors in Protini Polypeptide Moisturizer is designed to help improve skin's firmness, texture, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

What skin types is this moisturizer best for?

This moisturizer is suitable for normal, dry, combination, and oily skin types. It aims to provide replenishing moisture without feeling heavy.

Can I use this with other Drunk Elephant products?

Yes, Drunk Elephant formulates their products to be mixed together. Protini can be combined with other serums and oils in their line to create a personalized 'smoothie' for your skin.

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