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the ordinary Buffet vs Tula Tula moisturiser +spf30

the ordinary Buffet scores 8.8/9.8 vs Tula Tula moisturiser +spf30 at 8.0/9.8. the ordinary Buffet wins for active ingredients.

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Buffet

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8.8

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moisturiser

8.0

Score comparison

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

the ordinary wins 1

Tied 3

Tula wins 1

8.8the ordinary

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8.0Tula

Scores last verified: April 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Tula WINS

8.7

9.4

the ordinary

Tula

Irritation Risk

TIE

9.5

the ordinary

Tula

Active Ingredient Strength

the ordinary WINS

8.4

2.9

the ordinary

Tula

Ingredient Transparency

TIE

8.5

the ordinary

Tula

Formulation Safety

TIE

9.0

the ordinary

Tula

Ingredient face-off

33% overlap

48the ordinary

16Shared

48Tula

Only in the ordinary Buffet

32 unique

Aqua (Water)Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 Pentapeptide-18 Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer Allantoin Glycine Alanine+22 more

Shared ingredients

16 in common

Glycerin Sodium Hyaluronate Sodium Pca Sodium Lactate Citric Acid Sodium Chloride Sodium Hydroxide Butylene Glycol Pentylene Glycol Xanthan Gum+6 more

Only in Tula Tula moisturiser +spf30

32 unique

Butyloctyl Salicylate C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate Cetyl Alcohol Dimethicone Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Glyceryl Stearate Peg-100 Stearate Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Lactobacillus Lactobacillus Ferment+22 more

Why the ordinary Buffet comes out ahead

Where the ordinary Buffet really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 8.4 compared to Tula Tula moisturiser +spf30's 2.9. Its formula features Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Tula Tula moisturiser +spf30 scores 9.4 here versus 8.7 for the ordinary Buffet. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

the ordinary Buffet brings Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 as actives, while tula Tula moisturiser +spf30 relies on Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract, Lactic Acid, and Cichorium Intybus (Chicory) Root Extract. 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 moisturiser +spf30 is better if you have

Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
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 moisturiser +spf30 is still a solid pick.

8.8the ordinary

8.0Tula

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the ordinary Buffet or Tula Tula moisturiser +spf30?

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 moisturiser +spf30 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 moisturiser +spf30?

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 moisturiser +spf30→

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