Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer vs The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness
Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer scores 8.5/9.8 and The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness scores 8.5/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.
Head to head
Multi-Peptide Moisturizer
Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness
Score comparison
These two are neck and neck — just 0.0 points apart.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
The Ordinary WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Naturium WINSIngredient Transparency
Naturium WINSFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
20% overlapOnly in Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer
35 unique
Shared ingredients
9 in common
Only in The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness
36 unique
Why these two are neck and neck
These two moisturisers 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.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness scores 9.8 here versus 8.9 for Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer brings Niacinamide, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 as actives, while the Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness relies on Ectoin, Allantoin, and Lysine Hcl. 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 Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Hydrogenated Lecithin
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
Both sit in the budget bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer gets the nod here with its 8.5 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer or The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness?
Based on ingredient analysis, Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer and The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness 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 Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.