Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol
Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores 9.7/9.8 vs Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream at 9.1/9.8. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol wins for hydration.
Head to head
A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol
Score comparison
Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Lancôme WINSIrritation Risk
Drunk Elephant WINSActive Ingredient Strength
Lancôme 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 Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol
39 unique
Why Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol comes out ahead
Where Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 9.8 compared to Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream's 8.7. With Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, and Dipropylene Glycol in its top ingredients, Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol 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.
Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol brings Ascorbic Acid, Adenosine, and Ceramide Ap 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
Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Propylene Glycol
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Ascorbic Acid does the heavy lifting
Value comparison
At premium pricing with a score of 9.1, Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream is a decent pick. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol sits at the luxury level with a 9.7 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.
Our verdict
Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol 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 Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol?
Based on ingredient analysis, Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream and Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol 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 Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.