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Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 and Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum scores 9.2/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

Head to head

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Drunk Elephant

A-Passioni Retinol Cream

serumpremium
9.1
VS
Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum
Skinfix

Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum

serumpremium
9.2

Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.1 points apart.

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4
Drunk Elephant wins 1
Tied 4
Skinfix wins 0
9.1Drunk Elephant
vs
9.2Skinfix

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
8.7
8.8
Drunk Elephant
Skinfix

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Drunk Elephant
Skinfix

Active Ingredient Strength

Drunk Elephant WINS
9.3
5.8
Drunk Elephant
Skinfix

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Drunk Elephant
Skinfix

Formulation Safety

TIE
8.8
9.0
Drunk Elephant
Skinfix

Why these two are neck and neck

These two serums take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.

Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum brings Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Oligopeptide-2, and Hexapeptide-11 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

Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum 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

Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum gets the nod here with its 9.2 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict

It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.

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9.1Drunk Elephant
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9.2Skinfix

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream or Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum?

Based on ingredient analysis, Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream and Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum 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 Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum?

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