Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum vs Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 vs Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum at 8.7/9.8. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
The Vitamin C Serum
A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Score comparison
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Drunk Elephant WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Drunk Elephant WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
16% overlapOnly in Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum
24 unique
Shared ingredients
9 in common
Only in Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
47 unique
Why Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream comes out ahead
Where Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 9.3 compared to Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum's 6.7. Its formula features Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 8.7 here versus 6.3 for Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream brings Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 as actives, while augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum relies on Ascorbyl Glucoside, Niacinamide, and Tocopheryl Acetate. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Niacinamide does the heavy lifting
Value comparison
At luxury pricing with a score of 8.7, Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum is a decent pick. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream sits at the premium level with a 9.1 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.
Our verdict
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum or Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream?
Based on ingredient analysis, Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum and Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum and Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.