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Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles vs The Ordinary Buffet

The Ordinary Buffet scores 8.9/9.8 vs Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles at 8.5/9.8. The Ordinary Buffet wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles
Fig.1

Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles

eye-caremid-range
8.5
VS
The Ordinary Buffet
The Ordinary

Buffet

serumbudget
8.9

Score comparison

The Ordinary Buffet edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.

1
3
1
Fig.1 wins 1
Tied 3
The Ordinary wins 1
8.5Fig.1
+0.4vs
8.9The Ordinary

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
8.7
8.7
Fig.1
The Ordinary

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Fig.1
The Ordinary

Active Ingredient Strength

The Ordinary WINS
4.6
8.4
Fig.1
The Ordinary

Ingredient Transparency

Fig.1 WINS
8.8
8.5
Fig.1
The Ordinary

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Fig.1
The Ordinary

Why The Ordinary Buffet comes out ahead

Where The Ordinary Buffet really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 8.4 compared to Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles's 4.6. Its formula features Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Ingredient Transparency is another area of separation. Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles scores 8.8 here versus 8.5 for The Ordinary Buffet. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

The Ordinary Buffet brings Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 as actives, while fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles relies on Ceramide Np, Retinyl Palmitate, and Tocopherol. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles 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

The Ordinary Buffet 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 mid-range pricing with a score of 8.5, Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles is a decent pick. The Ordinary Buffet sits at the budget level with a 8.9 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.4 lead

The Ordinary Buffet edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles is still a solid pick.

8.5Fig.1
vs
8.9The Ordinary

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles or The Ordinary Buffet?

Based on ingredient analysis, The Ordinary Buffet scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles and The Ordinary Buffet share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between Fig.1 Pro-Retinol Refillable Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Dark Circles and The Ordinary Buffet?

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

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