Dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin vs Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 vs Dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin at 8.7/9.8. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin
A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Score comparison
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Dr. Idriss WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Drunk Elephant WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
30% overlapOnly in Dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin
29 unique
Shared ingredients
17 in common
Only in Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
39 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 Dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin's 6.8. Its formula features Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin scores 9.8 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 dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin relies on Niacinamide, Alpha-Arbutin, and Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin 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-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
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream comes in at premium pricing with a 9.1 score, which is solid value at that tier.
Our verdict
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin 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 Dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin 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 Dr. Idriss Mini Major Fade Set Serum & Cream with Vitamin C for Hyperpigmentation & Uneven Skin 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.