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Dr. Jart+ Cicapair T… vs The Ordinary Buffet — Which Is Better? | Gracie

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Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum vs The Ordinary Buffet

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Dr. Jart+

Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum

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8.0

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Niacinamide
Retinol
Hyaluronic Acid
Salicylic Acid

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The Ordinary

Buffet

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8.8

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Score comparison

The Ordinary Buffet edges ahead, winning 3 of 5 attributes.

Dr. Jart+ wins 0

Tied 2

The Ordinary wins 3

8.0Dr. Jart+

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8.8The Ordinary

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

The Ordinary WINS

6.2

8.7

Dr. Jart+

The Ordinary

Irritation Risk

TIE

9.5

Dr. Jart+

The Ordinary

Active Ingredient Strength

The Ordinary WINS

7.9

8.4

Dr. Jart+

The Ordinary

Ingredient Transparency

The Ordinary WINS

7.8

8.5

Dr. Jart+

The Ordinary

Formulation Safety

TIE

9.0

Dr. Jart+

The Ordinary

Ingredient face-off

15% overlap

17Dr. Jart+

7Shared

48The Ordinary

Only in Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum

10 unique

Water Propanediol Niacinamide Centella Asiatica Extract Madecassoside Asiaticoside Madecassic Acid Asiatic Acid Panthenol 2-Hexanediol

Shared ingredients

7 in common

Glycerin Butylene Glycol Allantoin Sodium Hyaluronate Carbomer Arginine Ethylhexylglycerin

Only in The Ordinary Buffet

41 unique

Aqua (Water)Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 Pentapeptide-18 Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer Glycine Alanine Serine+31 more

Why The Ordinary Buffet comes out ahead

Where The Ordinary Buffet really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 8.7 compared to Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum's 6.2. With Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Trehalose in its top ingredients, The Ordinary Buffet delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.

Ingredient Transparency is another area of separation. The Ordinary Buffet scores 8.5 here versus 7.8 for Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

The Ordinary Buffet brings Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, and Allantoin as actives, while dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum relies on Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract, and Madecassoside. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum is better if you have

Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Niacinamide 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 — Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 does the heavy lifting

Value comparison

At premium pricing with a score of 8.0, Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum is a decent pick. The Ordinary Buffet sits at the budget level with a 8.8 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.

Our verdict

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The Ordinary Buffet edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum is still a solid pick.

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8.0Dr. Jart+

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8.8The Ordinary

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum 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 Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum 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 Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum 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: Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum→Full analysis: The Ordinary Buffet→

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