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Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream vs Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)

Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 9.1/9.8 and Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) scores 9.0/9.8 — 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
Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)
Topicals

Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)

moisturisermid-range
9.0

Score comparison

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

2
3
Drunk Elephant wins 2
Tied 3
Topicals wins 0
9.1Drunk Elephant
vs
9.0Topicals

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Drunk Elephant WINS
8.7
7.5
Drunk Elephant
Topicals

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Drunk Elephant
Topicals

Active Ingredient Strength

Drunk Elephant WINS
9.3
7.8
Drunk Elephant
Topicals

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Drunk Elephant
Topicals

Formulation Safety

TIE
8.8
9.0
Drunk Elephant
Topicals

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.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scores 8.7 here versus 7.5 for Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED). 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 topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) relies on Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Oxidized Glutathione. 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

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) 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

Value comparison

At premium pricing with a score of 9.1, Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream delivers strong value. Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) sits at the mid-range level with a 9.0 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

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
vs
9.0Topicals

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream or Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)?

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 Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) 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 Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)?

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