Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set vs Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides
Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set scores 8.7/9.8 and Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides scores 8.5/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.
Head to head
Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set
A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides
Score comparison
These two are neck and neck — just 0.2 points apart.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Clarins WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Drunk Elephant WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
21% overlapOnly in Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set
52 unique
Shared ingredients
14 in common
Only in Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides
38 unique
Why these two are neck and neck
These two moisturisers take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set scores 9.8 here versus 6.8 for Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set brings Niacinamide, Extract, and Tocopheryl Acetate as actives, while drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides relies on Caffeine, Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment, and Niacinamide. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Caffeine does the heavy lifting
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
At mid-range pricing with a score of 8.7, Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set delivers strong value. Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides sits at the premium level with a 8.5 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set or Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides?
Based on ingredient analysis, Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set and Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between Clarins Smooth, Glow-Up & Go Set and Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.