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Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 vs RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM

Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 scores 9.8/9.8 vs RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM at 8.5/9.8. Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0
Drunk Elephant

The Littles 8.0

moisturiserpremium
9.8
VS
RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM
RETINOL

RETINOL SKIN CREAM

moisturiser
8.5

Score comparison

Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 takes this one, winning 3 of 5 attributes.

3
2
Drunk Elephant wins 3
Tied 2
RETINOL wins 0
9.8Drunk Elephant
+1.3vs
8.5RETINOL

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
9.8
9.8
Drunk Elephant
RETINOL

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Drunk Elephant
RETINOL

Active Ingredient Strength

Drunk Elephant WINS
9.8
6.5
Drunk Elephant
RETINOL

Ingredient Transparency

Drunk Elephant WINS
8.8
8.5
Drunk Elephant
RETINOL

Formulation Safety

Drunk Elephant WINS
9.0
7.5
Drunk Elephant
RETINOL

Why Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 comes out ahead

Where Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 9.8 compared to RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM's 6.5. Its formula features Cucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, and Tocopherol in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Formulation Safety is another area of separation. Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 scores 9.0 here versus 7.5 for RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 brings Cucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, and Tocopherol as actives, while rETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM relies on Arginine, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract, and Royal Jelly Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 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 — Cucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract does the heavy lifting

RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Ingredients (Inci): Water
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 comes in at premium pricing with a 9.8 score, which is solid value at that tier.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+1.3 lead

Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.

9.8Drunk Elephant
vs
8.5RETINOL

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 or RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM?

Based on ingredient analysis, Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 and RETINOL RETINOL SKIN 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 The Littles 8.0 and RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM?

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