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the ordinary Buffet vs Tula Tula bright start

the ordinary Buffet scores 8.8/9.8 vs Tula Tula bright start at 8.0/9.8. the ordinary Buffet wins for hydration.

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the ordinary

Buffet

serumbudget

8.8

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Score comparison

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

the ordinary wins 1

Tied 4

Tula wins 0

8.8the ordinary

+0.8vs

8.0Tula

Scores last verified: April 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

the ordinary WINS

8.7

5.2

the ordinary

Tula

Irritation Risk

TIE

9.5

the ordinary

Tula

Active Ingredient Strength

TIE

8.4

the ordinary

Tula

Ingredient Transparency

TIE

8.5

the ordinary

Tula

Formulation Safety

TIE

9.0

the ordinary

Tula

Ingredient face-off

18% overlap

48the ordinary

10Shared

56Tula

Only in the ordinary Buffet

38 unique

Aqua (Water)Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 Pentapeptide-18 Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer Allantoin Glycine Alanine+28 more

Shared ingredients

10 in common

Glycerin Sodium Hyaluronate Citric Acid Sodium Chloride Sodium Hydroxide Butylene Glycol Carbomer Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate Sodium Benzoate Phenoxyethanol

Only in Tula Tula bright start

46 unique

Aqua/Water/Eau Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate Glyceryl Stearate Cetyl Alcohol Tranexamic Acid Ferulic Acid Lactobacillus Ferment Inulin+36 more

Why the ordinary Buffet comes out ahead

Where the ordinary Buffet really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 8.7 compared to Tula Tula bright start's 5.2. 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 bright start relies on Tranexamic Acid, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, and Lactic 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 bright start is better if you have

Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Tranexamic Acid does the heavy lifting
Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

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

+0.8 lead

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

8.8the ordinary

8.0Tula

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the ordinary Buffet or Tula Tula bright start?

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 bright start 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 bright start?

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 bright start→

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