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Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer vs The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity

Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer scores 8.5/9.8 and The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity scores 8.7/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

Head to head

Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer
Naturium

Multi-Peptide Moisturizer

moisturiserbudget
8.5
VS
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity
The Ordinary

Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity

serummid-range
8.7

Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.2 points apart.

2
3
Naturium wins 2
Tied 3
The Ordinary wins 0
8.5Naturium
vs
8.7The Ordinary

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Naturium WINS
8.9
8.6
Naturium
The Ordinary

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Naturium
The Ordinary

Active Ingredient Strength

TIE
8.3
8.4
Naturium
The Ordinary

Ingredient Transparency

Naturium WINS
8.8
8.5
Naturium
The Ordinary

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Naturium
The Ordinary

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.

Ingredient Transparency is another area of separation. Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer scores 8.8 here versus 8.5 for The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity brings Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 as actives, while naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer relies on Niacinamide, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer 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

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity 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 budget pricing with a score of 8.5, Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer is a decent pick. The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity sits at the mid-range level with a 8.7 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.

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.

8.5Naturium
vs
8.7The Ordinary

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer or The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity?

Based on ingredient analysis, The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer and The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity share ingredients?

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

What's the main difference between Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer and The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity?

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