Attention—Drunk Elephant has just introduced a foundation, and I’m never returning to tinted moisturizer.
As someone who prefers a sheer, dewy finish throughout the year, I’m not a fan of wearing foundation, even in pleasant weather. When you throw in humid, 90-degree temperatures, the thought of using foundation becomes unbearable—just imagining it clogs my pores. So when I heard that Drunk Elephant was launching a foundation in mid-August, my expectations were low. I planned to try it since the brand's skin-focused color cosmetics are among the best, but I figured I would stash it away once summer rolled on. I couldn't have been more mistaken. I've worn this product daily—no exaggeration—since I received it a month ago, and honestly, my complexion has never appeared more natural. Here’s how I achieve a effortlessly dewy glow with it—you won't look at your tinted moisturizer the same way again.
Highlights:
- 25 flexible shades
- Contains 18% amino-acid-coated pigments and a 4% peptide complex
- 12-hour coverage
Technically, the Kamo Triple-Peptide Cover Drops are more than just a foundation. You can use them as a base, but they also work well as a targeted concealer (for areas like under the eyes and around the nose) or thinned out with a serum or moisturizer to create a light tint. I personally love wearing them this way daily, as the 18% amino acid-coated pigments offer enough coverage while allowing my natural skin texture to shine through. The result? A smooth, even makeup base that appears virtually makeup-free.
A bit more about those pigments: Encapsulated by the amino acid layer, the color is creamy and easy to blend, spreading evenly on the skin. This also means the formula mixes well with both water- and oil-based products without any pilling (which I absolutely despise), ensuring that the foundation integrates seamlessly with your skincare routine. Plus, the formula has its own skincare perks, including a 4% peptide complex that enhances firmness and elasticity over time and contains marula oil, green tea seed oil, and squalane to hydrate and soothe inflammation.
You can blend the Kamo Triple-Peptide Cover Drops with your chosen moisturizer or serum, which is how I prefer to use them for a lightweight, everyday look. And again, don’t worry whether your product is oil- or water-based; the amino acid-coated pigments ensure that blending will be simple. That said, Drunk Elephant's Protini Polypeptide Cream pairs perfectly with this product; they combine so smoothly that you might think of them as a single tinted moisturizer. I also enjoy mixing it with a few drops of Rhode Highlighting Milk for a more serum-like application (that’s what I’m wearing in the photo above!).
Whether you use the Cover Drops alone or mix them with skincare, just a pea-sized pump is enough for your whole face. Don’t be misled by the smaller packaging! Remember those concentrated 18% amino acid-coated pigments? A little goes a long way. Rest assured, that small amount can provide full coverage on its own, while mixing it with skincare will result in a more dewy, sheer finish. The controlled pump dispenses the perfect amount you need—like you can see on my hand below—before you blend it with a brush or your fingers.
Drunk Elephant's foundation is tailored for those who dislike traditional foundation (like me), as it allows you to customize the coverage and finish based on whatever you choose to mix with it—be it moisturizer, face oil, milky toner, or more. Want additional coverage one day? Just pump out another dose and apply it to the areas you wish to cover. Yearning for a bit more warmth? Blend it with Drunk Elephant's D-Bronzi Bronzing Drops for an enhanced glow. Versatile and user-friendly, it has quickly become an essential in my makeup bag.
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