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Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid scores 9.7/9.8 vs Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream at 9.1/9.8. INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid wins for hydration.

Head to head

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Drunk Elephant

A-Passioni Retinol Cream

serumpremium
9.1
VS
INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid

serumpremium
9.7

Score comparison

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.

1
3
1
Drunk Elephant wins 1
Tied 3
INNBEAUTY PROJECT wins 1
9.1Drunk Elephant
+0.6vs
9.7INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Drunk Elephant WINS
8.7
6.3
Drunk Elephant
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Drunk Elephant
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Active Ingredient Strength

INNBEAUTY PROJECT WINS
9.3
9.8
Drunk Elephant
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Drunk Elephant
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Formulation Safety

TIE
8.8
9.0
Drunk Elephant
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Why INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid comes out ahead

Where INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 6.3 compared to Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream's 8.7. With Propanediol, Mannitol, and Panthenol in its top ingredients, INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.

Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid scores 9.8 here versus 9.3 for Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid brings Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Niacinamide, and Ascorbic Acid as actives, while drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream relies on Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1. 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

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate does the heavy lifting
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid gets the nod here with its 9.7 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.6 lead

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream is still a solid pick.

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9.1Drunk Elephant
vs
9.7INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream or INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid?

Based on ingredient analysis, INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream and INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid 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 INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid?

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