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the ordinary Buffet vs Tula TULA bedtime bright

the ordinary Buffet scores 8.8/9.8 vs Tula TULA bedtime bright at 8.5/9.8. the ordinary Buffet wins for hydration.

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the ordinary

Buffet

serumbudget

8.8

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8.5

Score comparison

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

the ordinary wins 1

Tied 4

Tula wins 0

8.8the ordinary

+0.3vs

8.5Tula

Scores last verified: April 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

the ordinary WINS

8.7

7.6

the ordinary

Tula

Irritation Risk

TIE

9.5

the ordinary

Tula

Active Ingredient Strength

TIE

8.4

8.3

the ordinary

Tula

Ingredient Transparency

TIE

8.5

the ordinary

Tula

Formulation Safety

TIE

9.0

the ordinary

Tula

Ingredient face-off

19% overlap

48the ordinary

9Shared

38Tula

Only in the ordinary Buffet

39 unique

Aqua (Water)Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 Pentapeptide-18 Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer Sodium Hyaluronate Allantoin Glycine+29 more

Shared ingredients

9 in common

Glycerin Sodium Chloride Butylene Glycol Pentylene Glycol Xanthan Gum Carbomer Sodium Benzoate Ethylhexylglycerin Phenoxyethanol

Only in Tula TULA bedtime bright

29 unique

Diglycerin Methyl Gluceth-20 Niacinamide 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid Panthenol Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane Ascorbyl Glucoside Inulin Mandelic Acid Lactic Acid+19 more

Why the ordinary Buffet comes out ahead

Where the ordinary Buffet really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 8.7 compared to Tula TULA bedtime bright's 7.6. 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 tula TULA bedtime bright relies on Niacinamide, Ascorbyl Glucoside, and Mandelic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

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

Tula TULA bedtime bright 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

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

+0.3 lead

the ordinary Buffet edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Tula TULA bedtime bright is still a solid pick.

8.8the ordinary

8.5Tula

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the ordinary Buffet or Tula TULA bedtime bright?

Based on ingredient analysis, the ordinary Buffet scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do the ordinary Buffet and Tula TULA bedtime bright share ingredients?

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

What's the main difference between the ordinary Buffet and Tula TULA bedtime bright?

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

Full analysis: the ordinary Buffet→Full analysis: Tula TULA bedtime bright→

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