Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging
IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging scores 9.4/9.8 vs Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream at 9.1/9.8. IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
A-Passioni Retinol Cream

XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging
Score comparison
IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
IOPE WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Drunk Elephant WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
13% overlapOnly in Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
49 unique
Shared ingredients
7 in common
Only in IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging
21 unique
Why IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging comes out ahead
Where IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 6.0 compared to Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream's 9.3. Its formula features Niacinamide, Allantoin, and Asiaticoside in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging scores 9.4 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.
IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging brings Niacinamide, Allantoin, and Asiaticoside 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
IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging gets the nod here with its 9.4 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.
Our verdict
IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream is still a solid pick.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream or IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging?
Based on ingredient analysis, IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream and IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging 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 XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.