Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides vs LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control scores 9.5/9.8 vs Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides at 8.5/9.8. LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides
Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control
Score comparison
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control takes this one, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
LANEIGE WINSIrritation Risk
Drunk Elephant WINSActive Ingredient Strength
Drunk Elephant WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
15% overlapOnly in Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides
42 unique
Shared ingredients
10 in common
Only in LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control
57 unique
Why LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control comes out ahead
Where LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 7.0 compared to Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides's 9.1. Its formula features Niacinamide, Inositol, and Ceramide Np in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control scores 8.2 here versus 6.8 for Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control brings Niacinamide, Inositol, and Ceramide Np as actives, while drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides relies on Caffeine, Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment, and Niacinamide. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Caffeine does the heavy lifting
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control 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 8.5, Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides is a decent pick. LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control sits at the mid-range level with a 9.5 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.
Our verdict
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides or LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control?
Based on ingredient analysis, LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Drunk Elephant A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides and LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control 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-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides and LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.