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Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 vs rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials at 8.4/9.8. 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
rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials
rhode

Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials

moisturiserpremium
8.4

Score comparison

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.

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3
1
Drunk Elephant wins 1
Tied 3
rhode wins 1
9.1Drunk Elephant
+0.7vs
8.4rhode

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

rhode WINS
8.7
9.8
Drunk Elephant
rhode

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Drunk Elephant
rhode

Active Ingredient Strength

Drunk Elephant WINS
9.3
7.9
Drunk Elephant
rhode

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Drunk Elephant
rhode

Formulation Safety

TIE
8.8
9.0
Drunk Elephant
rhode

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 rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials's 7.9. Its formula features Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials scores 9.8 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.

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream brings Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 as actives, while rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials relies on Tocopherol, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, and Camellia Oleifera Leaf 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

rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials 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 — Tocopherol does the heavy lifting

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
+0.7 lead

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials is still a solid pick.

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9.1Drunk Elephant
vs
8.4rhode

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream or rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials?

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 rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials 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 rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials?

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