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Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 vs fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix at 8.6/9.8. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

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Drunk Elephant

A-Passioni Retinol Cream

serumpremium
9.1
VS
fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix
fresh

Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix

eye-carepremium
8.6

Score comparison

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.

1
4
Drunk Elephant wins 1
Tied 4
fresh wins 0
9.1Drunk Elephant
+0.5vs
8.6fresh

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
8.7
8.4
Drunk Elephant
fresh

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Drunk Elephant
fresh

Active Ingredient Strength

Drunk Elephant WINS
9.3
4.5
Drunk Elephant
fresh

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Drunk Elephant
fresh

Formulation Safety

TIE
8.8
9.0
Drunk Elephant
fresh

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 fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix's 4.5. Its formula features Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream brings Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 as actives, while fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix relies on Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, and Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

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

fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix 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

Value comparison

Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream gets the nod here with its 9.1 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.5 lead

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix is still a solid pick.

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9.1Drunk Elephant
vs
8.6fresh

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream or fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix?

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 Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream and fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream and fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.