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Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 vs The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity at 8.7/9.8. 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
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity
The Ordinary

Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity

serummid-range
8.7

Score comparison

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

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4
Drunk Elephant wins 1
Tied 4
The Ordinary wins 0
9.1Drunk Elephant
+0.4vs
8.7The Ordinary

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
8.7
8.6
Drunk Elephant
The Ordinary

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Drunk Elephant
The Ordinary

Active Ingredient Strength

Drunk Elephant WINS
9.3
8.4
Drunk Elephant
The Ordinary

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Drunk Elephant
The Ordinary

Formulation Safety

TIE
8.8
9.0
Drunk Elephant
The Ordinary

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 The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity's 8.4. Its formula features Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream brings Niacinamide, Retinol, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 as actives, while the Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity relies on Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18, 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

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity 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 — Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 does the heavy lifting

Value comparison

At premium pricing with a score of 9.1, Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream delivers strong value. The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity sits at the mid-range level with a 8.7 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.4 lead

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity is still a solid pick.

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9.1Drunk Elephant
vs
8.7The Ordinary

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream or The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity?

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 The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity 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 The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity?

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