[ Review ] Drunk Elephant T.L.C Framboos Glycolic Night Serum

 

Product Description

Drunk Elephant T.L.C Framboos Glycolic Night Serum is an AHA/BHA night serum that resurfaces congested skin by lifting away dead skin cells to visibly improve skin tone, texture, fine lines, wrinkles, and pores.

I used my sephora points to get a 5ml sample size of Drunk Elephant T.L.C Framboos Glycolic Night Serum as I have been meaning to try more of their products. Read my reviews on Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Cream and Drunk Elephant Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser.

Skin cells regenerate once a month, however, factors such as sun exposure and aging can slow this process. This is where exfoliation comes in. It can do everything from brightening your complexion to fading acne scars and is a quick way to remove dead skin.

There are two types of exfoliation: physical and chemical. 

The chemical type, which consists of a variety of acids, has grown in popularity in recent years. They work by breaking the bonds that hold skin cells together. As those bonds are broken, the top layers of the skin cells shed, revealing regenerated skin

While acids chemically remove the outer layers of the skin, physical exfoliants do so manually. Taking the form of scrubs, brushes, and procedures like dermabrasion, physical exfoliation can be too harsh for some. It been said that physical exfoliants do not penetrate as deeply as the chemical version and therefore may not be as effective.

There are three main types of chemical exfoliant - Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), Beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) and Poly hydroxy acids (PHAs).

AHAs include the likes of glycolic, lactic, citric, and malic acid which work on the surface of the skin to improve its texture.

Examples of BHAs are salicylic acid and tropic acid which are oil-soluble, so they can penetrate pores, unclog them and remove acne-causing sebum.

PHAs, like gluconolactone and lactobionic acid work in a similar way to AHA, however, PHA molecules are larger, so they cannot penetrate as deeply, hence they are less irritating but contains additional hydrating and antioxidant benefits.

Packaging, Scent and Texture

Drunk Elephant T.L.C Framboos Glycolic Night Serum comes in both 30ml and 50ml retail sizes but my travel size is an adorable 5ml slim tube with a pump dispenser in its signature bright pink colour. 

Clear in colour, it has no scent and the gel texture is lightweight with a subtle tackiness that takes a long while to be absorbed. 

How To Use :

In the evening, apply to a clean, dry face (and even to the chest and backs of hands), avoiding the eye area.

Note 1: Slight tingling may be experienced, particularly for the first few days of application. This typically dissipates as your skin becomes adjusted. Start slowly by using every other night.

Note 2 : Use a sunscreen daily while using this product and for a week after ceasing use. Product’s contact with skin must be of limited frequency or duration.

Performance and Ingredients

AHAs exfoliate to remove dead skin cells and rev up surface cell turnover to smooth and brighten the appearance of skin, while BHA penetrates deep into pore walls to exfoliate and unclog pores and provide greater skin clarity.

Formulated with a dream team of glycolic, tartaric, lactic, citric, and salicylic acids and blended with raspberry extract and horse chestnut, T.L.C. Framboos™ curbs excess oiliness as it reveals greater clarity and luminosity. It also enhances the performance of other products by clearing the way for

maximum absorption. T.L.C. Framboos™ sinks in easily and delivers an effective level of chemical exfoliation without harsh side effects, like dryness or sensitization. 

Vegan and cruelty-free, Drunk Elephant T.L.C Framboos Glycolic Night Serum is free of essential oils, silicones and fragrance.

My initial concerns about the night serum being harsh were unfounded because the texture was incredibly light and gentle on the skin. It glides and goes onto skin smoothly with a light tackiness that disappeared once its absorbed.

Skin is always soft and smoother after application although there was a subtle stinging effect once in a while. Using it twice weekly over 2 months has given me brighter and more even-toned skin with a less oily T-zone. Adding on, the skin tag on my forehead has became flatter with time. 

However, its best to apply sparingly, as I did get over zealous before, and it left me with rough patches and redness that took a week to recover. Also try not to use it daily as it can be drying and too much for the skin. 

AHA and BHA products can make one's skin more sun-sensitive, so do remember to apply sunscreen diligently. 

Where To Purchase : Amazon | Amazon SG

The key ingredients are....

T.L.C. Framboos™ AHA Blend : Glycolic, Tartaric (T), Lactic (L), and Citric (C) acids exfoliate built-up dead skin cells, resurfacing dull, uneven skin for a smoother, brighter, more even-looking complexion.

Salicylic Acid (BHA) : Loosens sebum to unclog pores while soothing skin. 

Raspberry Fruit Extract : Rehydrates and soothes skin with antioxidants.

Cactus Extract : Calms and soothes redness and sensitivity that result from exposure to topical AHAs.

Conclusion

To conclude, Drunk Elephant T.L.C Framboos Glycolic Night Serum has given me brighter and more even-toned skin with a less oily T-zone after 2 months. Skin is always soft and smoother after application although there was a subtle stinging effect once in a while.

If I get over zealous with the application, my skin would be red that can take a week to recover. 

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