Creating one game changer after another, Drunk Elephant tackles spa grade exfoliation with the latest launch of Sukari Babyfacial. As anticipated, it does not disappoint. Perhaps I’m slightly biased since I tend to gravitate toward acid laced formulas, but I find this mask peel hybrid to be absolutely unique and to work insanely well. If your skin is dull, congested, or can use a blast of radiance, you’re officially done looking.
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Combining a whopping 25% concentration of Alpha Hydroxy Acids with a 2% punch of Beta Hydroxy Acids, Sukari Babyfacial is probably the most effective resurfacer in my skincare arsenal. Walking the fine line between potent and aggressive, this no-nonsense treatment is completely non-irritating. Having used dozens if not hundreds of at-home peel type exfoliators over the years, I find this newness pretty magical.
What’s in it?
The blend of Tartaric, Lactic, and Citric acids removes and digests dead cells from the surface of the skin for a brighter and fresher appearance. Salicylic Acid penetrates deep within the pores to address stubborn blackheads and to eliminate bacteria that can cause acne. The cornucopia of nourishing, reviving, soothing, and hydrating botanicals ranges from Aloe Vera and Apple Extract to Green Tea Leaf Powder, Maracuja and Marula Oils, Milk Thistle and Pomegranate Extracts, to name a few. Somewhere between gel and lotion in texture, it features a slightly non-descript scent, which of course, is all natural.
How and when?
Once a week and that’s a firm suggestion. If you’re a fan of Framboos™ (which is a 12% AHA/BHA blend), think of that as nightly maintenance and Sukari Babyfacial as the professional power shot Drunk Elephant equates with a weekly derm visit. “Speaking from experience” is what she said.
As part of your evening routine, apply a thin layer of Sukari Babyfacial on cleansed skin and leave it on for twenty minutes. You’ll notice a tingling sensation right away, but it’s nowhere near uncomfortable. Embrace it. If it tingles, it works. Gradually, as the product dries, it will feel similar to the surface of a balloon to the touch – firm and smooth with a noticeable bounce. After rinsing, lock in the moisture (a requirement!). Drunk Elephant includes a travel size of their Virgin Marula™ Luxury Facial Oil to get you hooked. It’s addictive, so well played.
The immediate results are impressive. If your skin is looking a little flushed, don’t worry as that pinkness settles into a radiant, soft and significantly more even toned complexion within minutes. Just be sure to follow up with a moisturizer and always use broad spectrum SPF during the day. The importance of sunscreen after peel like resurfacing is crucial as your skin becomes more susceptible to UV damage.
The $80 bottle (50ml) will last months – available exclusively at Sephora.com.
*press sample
