Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Gentle Hydrating Vitamin C Serum

Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Gentle Hydrating Vitamin C Serum
5.4
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.9 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Gentle Hydrating Vitamin C Serum:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Gentle Hydrating Vitamin C Serum:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.4 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Gentle Hydrating Vitamin C Serum has a moisturizing rating of 5.4 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.9 out of 10 and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Propanediol (est. ≈9.1%) and Glycerin (est. ≈3.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Gentle Hydrating Vitamin C Serum has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains some ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, and Gluconolactone. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Gentle Hydrating Vitamin C Serum is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (est. ≈9.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9.1
Propanediol
9
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
3
Glycerin
2
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
1.5
Squalane
1.3
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
1.2
C9-12 Alkane
1.1
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
1
Ascorbyl Glucoside
0.3
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
0.3
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
0.3
Pullulan
0.3
Sclerotium Gum
0.3
Diglucosyl Gallic Acid
0.3
Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
0.3
Glutathione
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate
0.3
Dipropylene Glycol
0.3
Phloretin
0.3
Sodium Citrate
0.3
Sodium Metabisulfite
0.3
PPG-8-Ceteth-20
0.3
Gluconolactone
0.3
Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
0.3
Silica
0.3
Lecithin
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Chondrus Crispus Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
13.3
9.1
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
1.8
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 13.3 10
10.0
9.1
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 1.8 20
0.9
1.5
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9.1
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 13.3 10
10
All humectants
13.3
9.1
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1.5
0.3
All occlusives 1.8 20
0.9
All occlusives
1.8
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 9 -
n/a
- 1 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
9
Ascorbyl Glucoside
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
1
Gluconolactone
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
9
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 11.5 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
11.5
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
9
Ascorbyl Glucoside
1
Glutathione
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Phloretin
0.3
Sodium Metabisulfite
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Propanediol
Est. %9.1
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Sodium Ascorbyl PhosphateThe most researched derivative of vitamin C. It boosts collagen synthesis, thereby improving skin structure and elasticity. SAP is effective in the treatment of inflamed acne lesions and has a weak but positive effect on pigmentation issues.
Glycerin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Isodecyl Neopentanoate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Isodecyl NeopentanoateA super lightweight ester that softens the appearance of skin.
Squalane
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Neopentyl Glycol DiheptanoateAn emollient ester with an exceptionally lightweight feel. It absorbs quickly and produces a silky feel with excellent spreadability. It also serves as an excellent solvent and is commonly used to suspend sunscreen actives.
C9-12 Alkane
Est. %1.2
Function
Origin
C9-12 AlkaneDescription is coming soon
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Est. %1.1
Function
Origin
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateDescription is coming soon
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Ascorbyl GlucosideA derivative of vitamin C. It is more stable and less irritating than ascorbic acid. There are unfortunately no clinical studies on ascorbyl glucoside’s anti-pigment or anti-acne efficacy alone.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coco-Caprylate/CaprateA naturally-derived emollient ester. It is a blend of caprylates and caprates and, relative to other emollients, is lightweight and dry on the skin. As a result, coco-caprylate/caprate serves as a natural alternative to volatile silicones.
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed OilA famous but not well enough researched emollient fatty oil from the seeds of Marula fruits. It contains fatty acids and a lot of antioxidant and emollient phytosterols.
Pullulan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PullulanDescription is coming soon
Sclerotium Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sclerotium GumA thickener with a silky, velvety feel that many manufacturers use as an alternative to silicones.
Diglucosyl Gallic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Diglucosyl Gallic AcidDescription is coming soon
Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan SesquiisostearateDescription is coming soon
Glutathione
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GlutathioneA naturally occurring tripeptide that combats free radicals and acts as a reducing agent.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbeth-30 TetraisostearateDescription is coming soon
Dipropylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipropylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid that has several uses. One of its main functions is as a solvent. Dipropylene glycol is also used to reduce the thickness of skincare products.
Phloretin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhloretinDescription is coming soon
Sodium Citrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium CitrateA salt of citric acid that has a salty and tart flavor and is used as a fragrance. It is mildly basic, meaning that its addition to a skincare product can adjust the pH upward.
Sodium Metabisulfite
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium MetabisulfiteA preservative that is especially effective at preventing fungus and mold growth. It is normally combined with a strong bactericidal preservative in order to achieve broad-spectrum protection. Sodium metabisulfite is also used as an antioxidant.
PPG-8-Ceteth-20
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PPG-8-Ceteth-20Description is coming soon
Gluconolactone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GluconolactoneA PHA derived from glucose. It has exfoliating and humectant properties and acts as a penetration enhancer for other ingredients. It has also been shown to assist in the treatment of acne and the prevention of photoaging.
Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate CopolymerDescription is coming soon
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateA biodegradable chelating agent that chemically captures the heavy metal ions naturally present in water and disarms their harmful effects.
Silica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
Lecithin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LecithinA humectant, emollient, and emulsifier best suited for water-in-oil emulsions. Lecithin can come from sunflowers, soy, and eggs. The downside to lecithin is that it causes an extra burden on the formula’s preservative because it is nutritious.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chondrus Crispus ExtractAn extract from the species of red marine algae called Irish moss or carrageen moss. It is edible and widely used to produce carrageenan, a polysaccharide with humectant moisturizing and soothing properties.