The vegan Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream, $74, delivers an ultra-effective plant-based retinol product (yes, really!) that helps fight fine lines and dark spots. We love the hardworking encapsulated retinol formula, but it costs quite the pretty penny.
As luck would have it, the Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Serum, $21.99, also happens to feature vegan, encapsulated retinol. It helps correct dullness and clogged pores — and saves you some hard-earned green in the process.
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The Drunk Elephant Umbra Tinte Physical Daily Defense SPF 30, $36 effectively takes the concept of tinted moisturizer to a whole new level — it lightly blurs imperfections while protecting your skin and it sinks into skin almost immediately. Still, it's definitely on the pricey side...
Enter: Badger Tinted Sunscreen Unscented SPF 30, $13.59. It also offers adequate UVA/UVB protection and is made with sensitive skin-safe zinc oxide, while providing a similar "no-filter" filtered effect. Another bonus? Like Drunk Elephant's option, it's EWG-approved, meaning it's super safe for skin.
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Drunk Elephant's Slaai Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser, $34, makes the makeup removal process a whole lot easier, as the cleanser's blend of fruit extracts and lightweight oils removes water-resistant eye makeup and leaves the skin ultra-hydrated.
The Banila Co. Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm Original, $19, is a great, affordable option — it removes stubborn makeup in seconds. And just like Drunk Elephant's makeup-melting superstar, this cleansing balm also steers clear of icky ingredients (i.e. parabens, sulfates, and mineral oil), making it a win-win for both your wallet and your skin.
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Skin care fans know and love the Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Cream, $60, for its whipped texture and its decadently hydrating formula. Seriously! It's perfect for winter months and we love how comforting it is.
If you're looking for a cheaper option, you may want to give the Sephora Collection Nourishing Moisturizer Hydrate & Repair, $16, a try. It's got a similar light-yet-creamy whipped texture, and it's packed with nourishing oils that keep moisture locked in.
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