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Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum vs Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum at 8.6/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum
Drunk Elephant

T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum

serum
8.6
VS
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Farmacy

1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum

serumpremium
9.1

Score comparison

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.

1
3
1
Drunk Elephant wins 1
Tied 3
Farmacy wins 1
8.6Drunk Elephant
+0.5vs
9.1Farmacy

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Farmacy WINS
7.4
8.6
Drunk Elephant
Farmacy

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Drunk Elephant
Farmacy

Active Ingredient Strength

Drunk Elephant WINS
7.8
5.9
Drunk Elephant
Farmacy

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Drunk Elephant
Farmacy

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Drunk Elephant
Farmacy

Why Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum comes out ahead

Where Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 5.9 compared to Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum's 7.8. Its formula features Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 8.6 here versus 7.4 for Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum brings Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol as actives, while drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum relies on Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, and Salicylic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Glycolic Acid does the heavy lifting

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol 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

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum comes in at premium pricing with a 9.1 score, which is solid value at that tier.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.5 lead

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum is still a solid pick.

8.6Drunk Elephant
vs
9.1Farmacy

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum or Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum?

Based on ingredient analysis, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum and Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol 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 T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum and Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum?

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

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