Is Drunk Elephant Safe During Pregnancy? #

Drunk Elephant is known for potent actives and bright packaging. Many of the hydrating and barrier products are low risk, but retinol products are not pregnancy friendly. Use this guide to keep your routine effective and calm.

Quick summary: In our database, Drunk Elephant includes low-risk products alongside formulas that contain ingredients such as retinol, which are commonly avoided as a precaution in pregnancy.

Why some Drunk Elephant products may not be recommended during pregnancy #

In the products we currently track, ingredients such as retinol appear in some Drunk Elephant formulas. These ingredients are commonly avoided as a precaution in pregnancy guidance. Formulations vary, so check the ingredient list on the exact product.

Quick verdict #

• Safe-leaning: cleansers, hydrating serums, moisturisers, mineral SPF.
• Use with caution: strong exfoliating acids if you are sensitive.
• Avoid: retinol and retinal products.

Safe Drunk Elephant picks (brand - name - safety score - notes) #

• Drunk Elephant Slaai Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser (score 99) - gentle first cleanse.
• Drunk Elephant Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser (score 76) - daily gel cleanser.
• Drunk Elephant Pekee Cleansing Bar (score 99) - mild bar cleanser.
• Drunk Elephant B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum (score 76) - light hydration and bounce.
• Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream (score 75) - peptide moisturiser.
• Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Cream (score 76) - rich barrier cream.
• Drunk Elephant F-Balm Electrolyte Waterfacial (score 76) - overnight hydration mask.
• Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Luxury Facial Oil (score 100) - nourishing oil for dry patches.
• Drunk Elephant Umbra Sheer Mineral Cream SPF 30/PA+++ (score 76) - mineral sunscreen.
• Drunk Elephant Amino Rain Glasswater Serum (score 76) - lightweight hydration layer.

Products to use with caution #

Want the full list? These are example products from our current snapshot, not every product we track. In the MamaSkin app you can search and scan many more products, including full brand ranges.

• C-Firma Fresh Day Serum (score 58, medium risk): stronger vitamin C, patch test and use less often if you are sensitive.

Products to avoid in pregnancy #

• Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream (score 26, high risk).
• Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Eye Serum (score 26, high risk).
• Drunk Elephant A-Gloei Maretinol Oil (score 29, high risk).

Ingredient watchlist from our library #

• Retinol (high risk): avoid during pregnancy.
• Salicylic acid (low risk): ok at low strengths, avoid high dose peels.
• Fragrance (low risk): not a pregnancy concern, but can irritate sensitive skin.

Simple Drunk Elephant routines #

• AM (dry or sensitive): Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser -> B-Hydra Serum -> Protini or Lala Retro -> Umbra Sheer Mineral SPF.
• PM (dry skin): Slaai Cleanser -> Pekee Cleansing Bar -> F-Balm Waterfacial.
• Extras: Virgin Marula Oil on cheeks or around the nose if you feel tightness.

FAQs #

• Is B-Hydra safe? Yes, it is low risk in our database.
• Can I use Umbra SPF? Yes, it is a mineral SPF and low risk.
• Should I stop A-Passioni? Yes, retinol should be avoided in pregnancy.

Important notes #

• Formulations can change by region and batch. Check the label each time you repurchase.
• This guide is informational only and not medical advice.

Related reading #

• Is Retinol Safe During Pregnancy? What Dermatologists Actually Say
• Is Salicylic Acid Safe During Pregnancy?

References #

• ACOG on skin changes in pregnancy: https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/skin-conditions-during-pregnancy
• DermNet NZ on skin changes in pregnancy: https://dermnetnz.org/topics/skin-changes-in-pregnancy
• DermNet NZ on topical retinoids: https://dermnetnz.org/topics/topical-retinoids
• DermNet NZ on azelaic acid: https://dermnetnz.org/topics/azelaic-acid

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