Which Should You Choose?
Drunk Elephant × The Ordinary
Looks good on the shelf. But what about on paper?
We've lined up the facts - Drunk Elephant vs. The Ordinary,
scored across what actually matters.
✨ Better Choice
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Drunk Elephant
Offers clean‑clinical skincare focused on effective, biocompatible formulas free from potentially irritating ingredients.
OVERALL SCORE
Industry Average
People
Planet
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Evidence-based analysis across our comprehensive framework
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The Ordinary
Known for making active ingredients radically accessible, this line strips back skincare to what works, with full transparency and minimal fluff.
OVERALL SCORE
Industry Average
People
Planet
Animals
Evidence-based analysis across our comprehensive framework
Detailed Sustainability Breakdown
Line-by-line comparison across all 15 PPA criteria
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Legend:
Strong performance
Moderate performance
Weak performance
Final Results
Very close match — both brands show comparable sustainability commitment with different strengths.
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