Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 vs IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming at 8.5/9.8. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming
Score comparison
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Drunk Elephant WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Drunk Elephant WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
21% overlapOnly in Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
44 unique
Shared ingredients
12 in common
Only in IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming
34 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 IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming's 5.0. Its formula features Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 8.7 here versus 7.5 for IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming. 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 iOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming relies on Niacinamide, Chondrus Crispus Extract, and Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract. 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
IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming 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
At premium pricing with a score of 9.1, Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream delivers strong value. IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming sits at the budget level with a 8.5 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream or IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming?
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 IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming 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 IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.