Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Antioxidant Face Oil Versus Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum
Updated on August 16, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 0 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Antioxidant Face Oil 1 ingredient
Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum 24 ingredients
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Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Antioxidant Face Oil 1 ingredient
Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum 24 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Not safe for Fungal Acne
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Marula plant. In South Africa, Marula is called "an elephant's favorite treat".
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Antioxidant 5 Benefits
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate is a form of Vitamin C.
Helps with Anti-Aging
Ubiquinone (Coenzyme Q10) is a molecule already found in our bodies. It is a potent antioxidant and skin-soothing ingredient.
Thioctic Acid is an enzyme and antioxidant. A more common name for this is Alpha Lipoic Acid.
7 Benefits 3 Concerns
Retinyl palmitate is a form of retinoid. Retinoids are the superstar class of anti-aging ingredients that include tretinoin and retinol.
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Retinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.
Resveratrol is a famous emerging antioxidant. It is a good alternative for sensitive skin types who cannot tolerate retinoids.
Collagen is the most abundant type of structural protein found in your body. In your skin, it is responsible for keeping it firm and youthful.
Antioxidant 6 Benefits Not safe for Fungal Acne
Ascorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
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Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.
Jojoba Esters is a wax created from Jojoba oil. It is an emollient and film-forming ingredient. In bead form, it is an exfoliator.
Antioxidant Helps brighten skin
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
Oil
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil is an essential oil that is derived from the peel of a Grapefruit. It is composed largely of limonene, which is a fragrance that can cause irritation for sensitive skin.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It can be found naturally in our skin and hair.
Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract comes from the fruit (nuts) of the Ginkgo Biloba tree. This tree is native to China.
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Ubiquinone, Thioctic Acid, Punica Granatum Extract, Phytonadione Epoxide, Retinyl Palmitate, Cholecalciferol Peg-12 Ether, Retinol, Resveratrol, Collagen Amino Acids, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Coffee Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters, Chamomilla Vulgaris Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Jojoba Esters, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Panthenol, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
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Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Antioxidant Face Oil 1 ingredient
Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum 24 ingredients
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Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Antioxidant Face Oil 1 ingredient
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This face oil from Drunk Elephant is exorbitantly priced, currently retailing for 86 Swiss Francs, equivalent to about 100.86 USD. This pricing...
This face oil from Drunk Elephant is exorbitantly priced, currently retailing for 86 Swiss Francs, equivalent to about 100.86 USD. This pricing feels like a rip-off, especially considering that other companies offer high-quality marula oil at reasonable prices. I'm giving it one more star than I would, simply because marula oil is very beneficial and effective. At such a high cost for this product, one might expect the marula fruits to be picked by drunk elephants themselves.
