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Sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule vs the ordinary Buffet

the ordinary Buffet scores 8.8/9.8 vs Sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule at 8.1/9.8. the ordinary Buffet wins for hydration.

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Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule

ampoule

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Score comparison

the ordinary Buffet edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.

Sungboon Editor wins 0

Tied 4

the ordinary wins 1

8.1Sungboon Editor

+0.7vs

8.8the ordinary

Scores last verified: April 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

the ordinary WINS

5.8

8.7

Sungboon Editor

the ordinary

Irritation Risk

TIE

9.5

Sungboon Editor

the ordinary

Active Ingredient Strength

TIE

8.4

Sungboon Editor

the ordinary

Ingredient Transparency

TIE

8.5

Sungboon Editor

the ordinary

Formulation Safety

TIE

9.0

Sungboon Editor

the ordinary

Ingredient face-off

17% overlap

41Sungboon Editor

8Shared

48the ordinary

Only in Sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule

33 unique

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Water Propanediol 2-Hexanediol Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract Niacinamide Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Tranexamic Acid Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer Tromethamine Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract+23 more

Shared ingredients

8 in common

Butylene Glycol Xanthan Gum Allantoin Sodium Hyaluronate Citric Acid Ethylhexylglycerin Pentylene Glycol Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Only in the ordinary Buffet

40 unique

Aqua (Water)Glycerin Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 Pentapeptide-18 Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate Glycine Alanine Serine+30 more

Why the ordinary Buffet comes out ahead

Where the ordinary Buffet really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 8.7 compared to Sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule's 5.8. With Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Alanine in its top ingredients, the ordinary Buffet delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.

the ordinary Buffet brings Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 as actives, while sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule relies on Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Niacinamide, and Tranexamic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule is better if you have

Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract does the heavy lifting
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

the ordinary Buffet comes in at budget pricing with a 8.8 score, which is solid value at that tier.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict

+0.7 lead

the ordinary Buffet edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule is still a solid pick.

8.1Sungboon Editor

8.8the ordinary

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule 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 Sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule 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 Sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule and the ordinary Buffet?

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

Full analysis: Sungboon Editor Meoru Podo Vita C Dark Spot Ampoule→Full analysis: the ordinary Buffet→

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