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Naturium Vitamin C Super Serum Plus vs The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity

Naturium Vitamin C Super Serum Plus scores 8.8/9.8 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

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Naturium

Vitamin C Super Serum Plus

serumbudget
8.8
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 0.1 points apart.

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Naturium wins 1
Tied 3
The Ordinary wins 1
8.8Naturium
vs
8.7The Ordinary

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

The Ordinary WINS
8.2
8.6
Naturium
The Ordinary

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Naturium
The Ordinary

Active Ingredient Strength

TIE
8.2
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 Vitamin C Super Serum Plus 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.

Naturium Vitamin C Super Serum Plus brings Niacinamide, Ascorbic Acid, and Glutathione as actives, while the Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity relies on Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Naturium Vitamin C Super Serum Plus is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Propanediol
  • 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 8.8, Naturium Vitamin C Super Serum Plus delivers strong value. The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity sits at the mid-range level with a 8.7 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

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.

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8.8Naturium
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8.7The Ordinary

Frequently asked questions

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

Based on ingredient analysis, Naturium Vitamin C Super Serum Plus scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Naturium Vitamin C Super Serum Plus 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 Vitamin C Super Serum Plus 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.