Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 vs SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream at 8.4/9.8. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Skinpower Eye Cream
Score comparison
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
SK-II WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Drunk Elephant WINSIngredient Transparency
SK-II WINSFormulation Safety
Drunk Elephant WINSIngredient face-off
16% overlapOnly in Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
47 unique
Shared ingredients
9 in common
Only in SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream
36 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 SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream's 6.0. Its formula features Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream 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 sK-II Skinpower Eye Cream relies on Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Niacinamide, and Tocopheryl Acetate. 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
SK-II Skinpower Eye 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
- 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. SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream sits at the luxury level with a 8.4 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 SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream or SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream?
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 SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream 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 SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.