COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum vs Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 vs COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum at 8.5/9.8. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
The 6 Peptide Skin Booster 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
COSRX WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Drunk Elephant WINSIngredient Transparency
COSRX WINSFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
14% overlapOnly in COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum
32 unique
Shared ingredients
8 in common
Only in Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
48 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 COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum's 6.5. Its formula features Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum scores 9.2 here versus 8.7 for Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream. 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 cOSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum relies on Niacinamide, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, and Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Dipropylene Glycol
- 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 mid-range pricing with a score of 8.5, COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster 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 COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster 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 COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster 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 COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster 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.