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rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask vs The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum

rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask scores 8.0/9.8 vs The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum at 4.9/9.8. rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask
rhode

Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask

lip-caremid-range
8.0
VS
The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum
The Ordinary

PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum

lip-carebudget
4.9

Score comparison

rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask takes this one, winning 3 of 5 attributes.

3
2
rhode wins 3
Tied 2
The Ordinary wins 0
8.0rhode
+3.1vs
4.9The Ordinary

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

rhode WINS
6.3
3.9
rhode
The Ordinary

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.4
9.5
rhode
The Ordinary

Active Ingredient Strength

rhode WINS
5.3
2.0
rhode
The Ordinary

Ingredient Transparency

rhode WINS
8.5
7.5
rhode
The Ordinary

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
rhode
The Ordinary

Why rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask comes out ahead

Where rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 5.3 compared to The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum's 2.0. Its formula features Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Tocopherol, and Lactic Acid in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask scores 6.3 here versus 3.9 for The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask brings Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Tocopherol, and Lactic Acid as actives, while the Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum relies on Gluconolactone and Ectoin. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

At mid-range pricing with a score of 8.0, rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask delivers strong value. The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum sits at the budget level with a 4.9 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+3.1 lead

rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.

8.0rhode
vs
4.9The Ordinary

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask or The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum?

Based on ingredient analysis, rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask and The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip 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 rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask and The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum?

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