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Skincare · February 14, 2026 · 5 min read

Protini Polypeptide Cream

by Drunk Elephant · $68

"The moisturizer I keep repurchasing even when I try to break up with it."

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Rating
4.4/5
Price
$68
Repurchase
Maybe

Verdict —Firm, bouncy, expensive-looking skin in about three weeks of consistent use.

Protini is one of those products where I don't notice how much it's doing until I stop using it for a week. Then I look in the mirror and my skin just looks — tired. Less bouncy. Less lit.

The formula is a stack of signal peptides, growth factors, and amino acids. In practical terms, it's a lightweight cream that soaks in fast and gives you a soft, plumped finish. I use it AM and PM, always after a hydrating toner because it's more of a treatment than a heavy moisturizer.

In January I layer Lala Retro on top. In summer, Protini alone is enough. It's the ecosystem product — expensive, effective, and slightly addictive.

Pros
  • +Skin looks visibly firmer within a month
  • +Layers beautifully under makeup
  • +Fragrance-free and non-irritating
Cons
  • $68 stings every single time
  • Not moisturizing enough on its own in winter
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