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Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 vs OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide 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
OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide
OLIVIAUMMA

Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide

serumpremium
8.6

Score comparison

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead, winning 3 of 5 attributes.

3
1
1
Drunk Elephant wins 3
Tied 1
OLIVIAUMMA wins 1
9.1Drunk Elephant
+0.5vs
8.6OLIVIAUMMA

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Drunk Elephant WINS
8.7
6.5
Drunk Elephant
OLIVIAUMMA

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Drunk Elephant
OLIVIAUMMA

Active Ingredient Strength

Drunk Elephant WINS
9.3
4.9
Drunk Elephant
OLIVIAUMMA

Ingredient Transparency

OLIVIAUMMA WINS
8.5
8.8
Drunk Elephant
OLIVIAUMMA

Formulation Safety

Drunk Elephant WINS
8.8
8.0
Drunk Elephant
OLIVIAUMMA

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 OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide's 4.9. 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 6.5 for OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide. 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 oLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide relies on Niacinamide, Arginine, and Allantoin. 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

OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • 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 OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide is still a solid pick.

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9.1Drunk Elephant
vs
8.6OLIVIAUMMA

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream or OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide?

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 OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide 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 OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide?

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