Mia Khalifa Slams Gen Z for Damaging Skin with Drunk Elephant Skincare Products

Media personality Mia Khalifa has criticized members of Gen Z for using skincare products that could be harming their skin and causing premature aging. The former adult film star took to social media to address concerns about the aging process among Gen Z and blamed it on their use of Drunk Elephant skincare products, among other brands.

Gen Z, born between 1997 and 2012, has raised concerns about their skin aging, and Khalifa dismissed these claims, stating that it was due to the damaging effects of Drunk Elephant skincare. Drunk Elephant is a popular skincare brand founded by Tiffany Masterson in 2013, known for its commitment to using ingredients that benefit skin health and formulation integrity.

Mia Khalifa’s post on X, a social media platform, received over 397,000 views and prompted numerous confused reactions from her followers. Some users were unfamiliar with the terminology she used, such as ‘skin barrier’ and ‘Drunk Elephant.’ However, a fellow Millennial explained that Drunk Elephant is a skincare brand popular among Gen Alpha, but it may not be suitable for kids and teenagers whose skin is still developing.

Supporters of Khalifa agreed with her statement, while others defended Gen Z, arguing that they were setting higher skincare standards and investing in their future selves. Critics of Khalifa accused her of being ignorant, while others believed she was misusing her platform.

Drunk Elephant, along with other skincare brands, has faced criticism for targeting products towards mature skin and neglecting the needs of younger individuals. Experts have warned that using skincare products with harsh ingredients at a young age can cause skin damage and reverse the desired effects.

The discussion on Gen Z’s apparent aging has been linked to the pressures of perfection on social media, stress, and viral posts on looking older than their age. However, it is important to note that these claims are not universally applicable and are based on individual experiences.

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Newsweek has reached out to Mia Khalifa and Drunk Elephant for their comments on the matter.