Drunk Elephant a shaba complex eye serum

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Water/Aqua/Eau
2. Octyldodecanol
3. Glycerin
4. Boron Nitride
5. Caffeine
6. Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment
7. Coconut Alkanes
8. Cetyl Alcohol
9. Cetearyl Olivate
10. Sorbitan Olivate
11. Niacinamide
12. Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
13. Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil
14. Bis Copper Acetate
15. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
16. Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
17. Dipeptide-2
18. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
19. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
20. Copper Lysinate/Prolinate
21. Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone
22. Glycine Soja Oil
23. Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
24. Hydroxyethylcellulose
25. Glucose
26. Biotin
27. Methylglucoside Phosphate
28. Retinol
29. Ceramide NP
30. Trideceth-6 Phosphate
31. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
32. Lecithin
33. Cetyl Palmitate
34. Panthenol
35. Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture
36. N-Hydroxysuccinimide
37. Ubiquinone
38. Citric Acid
39. Chondrus Crispus Extract
40. Steareth-20
41. Thioctic Acid
42. Tocopherol
43. Chrysin
44. Sclerotium Gum
45. Sodium Citrate
46. Polysorbate 20
47. Xanthan Gum
48. Potassium Sorbate
49. Laureth-23
50. Sodium Benzoate
51. Chlorphenesin
52. Caprylyl Glycol
53. Sodium Hydroxide
54. Sodium Carbonate
55. Phenoxyethanol
56. Sodium Chloride
57. Chlorhexidine Digluconate
58. Pentylene Glycol
59. Ethylhexylglycerin

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains mineral oilContains siliconesContains PEG

Formulation view An eye serum texture combining light ester oils and aqueous phase, enriched with Caffeine and peptide complexes. Plant butters and oils provide nourishment, thickened by Hyaluronic Acid. Suitable for all skin types for eye care and reducing dryness lines. Factory view: Due to thin periorbital skin, emulsifier and active concentrations must be controlled for low irritation.

Key ingredients

溶剂

Water/Aqua/Eau

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

OctyldodecanolCoconut AlkanesCetyl Alcohol

DENATURANT

Glycerin

BULKING

Boron Nitride

SKIN CONDITIONING

CaffeineSaccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment

Other ingredients

Cetearyl OlivateSorbitan OlivateNiacinamideMangifera Indica Seed ButterHippophae Rhamnoides OilBis Copper AcetateCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideSclerocarya Birrea Seed OilDipeptide-2Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Copper Lysinate/ProlinateHesperidin Methyl ChalconeGlycine Soja OilSodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerHydroxyethylcelluloseGlucoseBiotinMethylglucoside PhosphateRetinolCeramide NPTrideceth-6 PhosphateCoco-Caprylate/CaprateLecithinCetyl PalmitatePanthenolLeontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell CultureN-HydroxysuccinimideUbiquinoneCitric AcidChondrus Crispus ExtractSteareth-20Thioctic AcidTocopherolChrysinSclerotium GumSodium CitratePolysorbate 20Xanthan GumPotassium SorbateLaureth-23Sodium BenzoateChlorphenesinCaprylyl GlycolSodium HydroxideSodium CarbonatePhenoxyethanolSodium ChlorideChlorhexidine DigluconatePentylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin

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Ingredients explained

Water/Aqua/Eau

Primary aqueous solvent and carrier; no specific incompatibilities, focus on microbial stability.

Octyldodecanol

Light emollient/emulsifier at 1-5%; low comedogenic, non-greasy feel, broadly compatible, sensitive-skin friendly.

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Boron Nitride

Flake-shaped inorganic filler for slip and bulk in powders; control particle size to minimize inhalation risk

Caffeine

Active ingredient, 0.1–2%; promotes circulation, irritation risk at high concentration.

Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment

Ferment extract rich in polyphenols; acts as skin conditioning agent with antioxidant potential

Coconut Alkanes

Coconut alkanes as solvents/emollients with medium volatility; check oxidation stability.

Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.

Cetearyl Olivate

Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protection

Sorbitan Olivate

O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Mangifera Indica Seed Butter

Plant butter rich in fatty acids; provides lipid occlusion and emollience. Use with emulsifiers.

Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil

Sea buckthorn oil rich in carotenoids; viscous and may stain light formulations.

Bis Copper Acetate

Chelated copper peptide aid for ion delivery; high concentrations may cause sensitivity, monitor total metal load.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin

Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil

Sclerocarya birrea seed oil; fatty acid-rich for hair and skin conditioning; requires antioxidants due to unsaturation.

Dipeptide-2

Not decoded yet

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 for repair; requires lipid carrier, unstable in aqueous phase

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 boosts collagen; use 0.1–1%, formulate with lipid carriers

Copper Lysinate/Prolinate

Copper amino acid chelate; claims collagen support, use at 0.01–0.05%, may discolor

Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone

Antioxidant that protects other actives from oxidative degradation, enhancing product shelf life and stability.

Glycine Soja Oil

Soybean oil emollient; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants; suitable for dry skin

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Crosslinked high-MW HA; forms surface hydrogel for long-lasting hydration, minimal penetration, physical film-forming.

Hydroxyethylcellulose

Water-soluble cellulose ether for thickening and suspension stabilization; sensitive to ions, electrolytes reduce viscosity, use at pH 7-8.

Glucose

Low-MW humectant and buffer; high hygroscopicity requires careful preservation and humidity control.

Biotin

Vitamin B7 nutrient claimant; topical effect limited, use at 1-20 ppm.

Methylglucoside Phosphate

Modified sugar-based surfactant acting as mild conditioning agent; performance affected by hard water, use with chelating agents.

Retinol

Highly active and unstable, needs robust antioxidant encapsulation; 0.1-1.0%, pregnancy contraindicated

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Trideceth-6 Phosphate

Non-ionic surfactant for solubilization and emulsification; low irritation, no public comedogenic data

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.

Lecithin

Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.

Cetyl Palmitate

Waxy ester increasing viscosity and providing heavy feel; used as emulsifier carrier, low comedogenicity, strong occlusion.

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture

Edelweiss meristem cell culture; claimed to promote healing and firmness; complex actives require cytotoxicity testing to rule out immunogenicity.

N-Hydroxysuccinimide

Chemical auxiliary for forming acyl ester bonds; usually not retained in final product, control residual levels during synthesis.

Ubiquinone

Coenzyme Q10 analog used as an antioxidant; prone to discoloration, needs protection from light and air.

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Chondrus Crispus Extract

Carrageenan for thickening and moisturizing; seaweed-based, pH-sensitive

Steareth-20

Not decoded yet

Thioctic Acid

Alpha-lipoic acid; potent antioxidant; poor water solubility, often used as ester derivatives

Tocopherol

Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light

Chrysin

Flavonoid for skin conditioning; low solubility, use carriers or micronization.

Sclerotium Gum

Non-ionic gum for gels; neutral pH, requires dissolution via heating or fine milling

Sodium Citrate

Sodium citrate for buffering and chelating; adjust pH, careful with strong acid reactions.

Polysorbate 20

Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

Laureth-23

Not decoded yet

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates

Chlorphenesin

Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Sodium Carbonate

Sodium carbonate; alkaline buffer and thickener; adjusts pH, corrosive at high levels, control dosage.

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin

Sodium Chloride

Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps

Chlorhexidine Digluconate

Antimicrobial agent often in oral care or antiseptics; residual odor noted; long-term use may cause resistance or sensitivity.

Pentylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

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