Name: Drunk Elephant F-Balm Electrolyte Waterfacial
Brand: Drunk Elephant
SKU: 387032

Ingredients & minerals

Corn oil

PUFA-dominant oil with high omega-6 content, oxidative instability, excessive intake linked to weight gain and potential pro-inflammatory effects, processing may involve hexane extraction

Linoleic Acid

High omega-6, oxidation instability, excessive intake associated with weight gain

Olive Oil Glycereth-8 Esters

Potential allergen for sensitive individuals, minimal toxicity data available, classified as an ultra-processed ingredient

Xanthan Gum

Possible minor gastrointestinal discomfort if consumed in large amounts, potential for allergenic sensitization in rare cases

Caprooyl Phytosphingosine

Possible skin irritation or allergic reaction when applied topically, limited data on ingestion safety

Potassium sorbate

Irritation potential in sensitive individuals, contact dermatitis in rare cases, ingestion toxicity low at typical use levels

Water

Solvent, hydrates, facilitates chemical reactions

Jojoba Seed Oil

Moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, emollient properties, non-comedogenic, skin barrier support

Sclerocarya Birrea (Marula) Seed Oil Organic

Moisturizing, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, skin barrier support, rich in oleic acid and vitamin E

Ceramide NS

Skin barrier repair, Hydration enhancement, Protective against environmental damage

Citric acid

Acidity regulation, preservation of food products, enhancement of flavor

Coconut Alkanes

Provides lightweight emollient effect, enhances spreadability in topical formulations

Coconut Water

Hydrating fluid with electrolytes such as potassium and magnesium

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

Improves product texture, stability, and film-forming properties, enhances moisture retention

Mannitol

Low-calorie sweetener alternative to sugar, does not raise blood glucose significantly

Sorbitol

Humectant properties help retain moisture, low glycemic sweetener alternative

Trehalose

Stabilizes proteins and cell membranes, protects against dehydration and oxidative stress, used as a sugar substitute

Cetyl Alcohol

Emollient, conditions skin, improves texture and stability of formulations

Sucrose

Provides energy as a carbohydrate source, enhances palatability of foods

Inositol

Supports cell signaling pathways, considered safe as a dietary component

Pentylene Glycol

Humectant, solvent, enhances skin hydration and product texture

Behenic Acid

Emollient properties in skin care, contributes to energy metabolism as a fatty acid

Ceramide NP

Supports skin barrier function, may improve skin hydration

Adenosine

Plays a role in cellular energy transfer, promotes sleep and relaxation, therapeutic use in heart rhythm disorders

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Emollient, enhances skin feel and smoothness, natural origin

Glyceryl Caprylate

Emollient, antimicrobial properties, improves skin conditioning

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Squalane

Emollient moisturizing agent, improves skin hydration, enhances skin barrier function

Propanediol

Biobased solvent, humectant, enhances preservative efficacy, biodegradable, low toxicity

Niacinamide

Supports skin barrier integrity, improves skin appearance, essential nutrient

Glycerin

Moisture retention, skin hydration, solvent and texture enhancer

Sodium PCA

Moisture retention, skin hydration (cosmetic use only)

Quercetin

Antioxidant activity, potential anti-inflammatory effects

Ferulic Acid

Antioxidant activity, anti-inflammatory effects, potential cardiovascular protection

Cholesterol

Essential structural component of cell membranes, precursor for steroid hormones and bile acids

Ceramide AP

Skin barrier repair, moisture retention, supports skin hydration

Ceramide EOP

Improves skin barrier function, reduces transepidermal water loss, increases skin hydration, supports management of atopic dermatitis/xerosis

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Insufficient safety data for oral consumption, possible allergenic reactions, unknown effects with chronic ingestion

Magnesium PCA

Supports skin hydration, regulates sebum production, provides magnesium which is essential for enzyme function and neuromuscular health

Microcrystalline Cellulose

Provides texture, bulking, and stability in solid dosage forms, non-caloric filler

Sodium Hyaluronate

Hydrates and moisturizes skin, supports tissue repair, enhances skin elasticity

Ascorbyl palmitate

Antioxidant, protects oils from oxidation, stabilizes formulations

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Stabilizes texture, improves consistency, prevents ingredient separation

Ceteareth-25

Effective emulsifier, improves formulation stability, mild surfactant properties

Phenoxyethanol

Effective broad-spectrum preservative, low volatility, less sensitizing than isothiazolinones

Sodium Benzoate

Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life

Tocopherol

Antioxidant, protects lipids from oxidation, supports product stability

Chlorphenesin

Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life of personal care products

Ethylhexylglycerin

Enhances preservative efficacy, deodorizing properties

Marula Seed Butter

Emollient properties improving skin hydration and barrier function, rich in antioxidants such as tocopherols

Prickly Pear Fruit Extract

Antioxidant properties, potential anti-inflammatory effects, may help regulate blood sugar levels, supports skin health

Creatine

Improves muscular strength, enhances high-intensity exercise performance, supports muscle mass gains

Ceramide EOS

Restores skin barrier function, improves skin hydration, reduces transepidermal water loss, supports healthy skin structure

Phospholipids

Support cell membrane health, may improve lipid metabolism, aid in absorption of nutrients, may have anti-inflammatory properties

Caprooyl Sphingosine

Supports skin barrier repair, enhances skin hydration, may reduce transepidermal water loss

Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil

Rich source of omega-3 fatty acids (ALA), anti-inflammatory properties, cardiovascular benefits, supports skin health

Hydroxytyrosol

Strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, may reduce oxidative stress