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Olay skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Olay is widely loved for its rich portfolio of moisturizers, eye products, serums, cleansers, and more, all carefully formulated with niacinamide and glycerin. Its products suit sensitive skin and mature skin best because of these gentle and nourishing components. For targeted care, the brand offers standout solutions such as the Super Eyes Daily Eye Serum for acne-prone skin, the Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream for skin with dark spots, and the Brightening Eye Cream for mature skin. Through regular use, its key ingredients provide proven benefits, as niacinamide improves wrinkles, pigmentation, and skin aging, while glycerin improves skin hydration and barrier function.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

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Olay moisturizers

Olay eye care

People Say

★4.5Overall rating based on 95.8k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Olay for lightweight hydration, smoother and softer skin texture, and brightening effects. The most common complaints are breakouts and varying results on dark spots or wrinkles.

Highlights

  • Improved texture and smoothness Often Mentioned
    • “skin feels baby soft — Retinol24”
    • “Skin feels like silk — Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer”
    • “velvety soft skin — Super Serum Night Repair”
  • Intense hydration Often Mentioned
    • “Instantly smoother, softer, and more hydrated — Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream”
    • “My skin feels so hydrated and plump. — Regenerist Regenerating Serum”
    • “very hydrating — Retinol24”
  • Lightweight feel Often Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — Super Serum Night Repair”
    • “Absorbs instantly without residue — Complete All Day Moisturizer SPF 15”
    • “no greasy residue — Retinol24”
  • Fragrance-free options Sometimes Noted
    • “No irritation at all — Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer”
    • “no scent — Super Serum Night Repair”
    • “love that it's fragrance-free — Retinol24”
  • Fast absorption Sometimes Noted
    • “sinks in quickly — Super Serum”
    • “absorbs quickly — Vitamin C Serum”
    • “light and smooth — Advanced Eye Cream”
  • Makeup compatibility Sometimes Noted
    • “absorbs instantly — Eye Lifting Serum”
    • “acts as primer — Super Serum”
    • “concealer sits better — Ultimate Eye Cream”
  • Packaging concerns and design flaws Sometimes Noted
    • “hard to dispense — Super Serum”
    • “dropper is frustrating — Super Serum Night Repair”
    • “Don't like dipping fingers in jar — Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream”
  • Strong fragrance and scent issues Sometimes Noted
    • “Fragrance can be an irritant — Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream”
    • “floral scent — Super Serum”
    • “strong perfume smell — Detoxifying Pore Scrub”

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Questions and answers

Is Olay good for oily skin?

Olay has mixed fit levels for oily skin, ranging from High to Low depending on the specific product. For instance, Super Serum and Regenerist Regenerating Serum rate High for oily skin, whereas Retinol24 rates Low.

Is Olay worth it?

Olay offers effective skincare options that help improve skin texture and provide intense hydration. Reviewers frequently note positive results, and Lovi rates sensitive skin, mature skin, and acne-prone skin among those the brand fits best.

What are Olay's best products?

Lovi rates Super Eyes Daily Eye Serum as a top choice across almost all skin types, while Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream, Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer, and Regenerist Ultra Rich Hydrating Moisturizer rate as Superior for mature skin. Brightening Eye Cream and Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream also rate as Superior for skin with dark spots and dry skin.

Which Olay moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Lovi rates the Regenerist Ultra Rich Hydrating Moisturizer as the best option for dry skin, followed by the Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream and the Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream.

Does Olay cause breakouts?

Olay is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the brand fits acne-prone skin well with choices like Super Serum Night Repair and Regenerating Cream Cleanser. Reviewers often mention a lightweight feel that helps keep skin clear.

Is Olay fragrance-free?

Most of the Olay products on this page are fragrance-free, as 26 of the 27 listed formulas do not contain fragrance. Reviewers sometimes note the fragrance-free options as well as occasional strong scents in other products.

What are the key ingredients in Olay products?

The key ingredients across the Olay products on this page are Niacinamide, Glycerin, Peptide, Vitamin E, Hyaluronic acid, Dimethicone, Vitamin C, and Aloe vera. These ingredients help provide benefits such as reducing dark spots and fighting skin aging.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

How do I build a Olay skincare routine?

To build a routine with Olay for dry skin, start your morning with a cleanser, a hydrating toner, the Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream, and an SPF. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, a cleanser, the Vitamin C Serum, and the Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into your evening steps before applying your serum and moisturizer.

Where can I buy Olay, and how much does it cost?

Olay products are available at stores in Spain on this page, where prices range from €19.65 to €34.75 and most cost between €21.78 and €28.99.

Who owns Olay, and where is it from?

Olay is a brand founded in 1952, owned by The Procter & Gamble Company since 1985.

en.wikipedia.orgolay.ca

Is Olay cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Olay as cruelty-free.

Is Olay good for dry skin?

Olay rates High to Superior for dry skin across several moisturizers, such as Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream and Regenerist Ultra Rich Hydrating Moisturizer. Lovi rates Super Eyes Daily Eye Serum Superior for dry skin, and the Olay products on this page help deliver intense hydration with key ingredients like hyaluronic acid.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Drug Delivery, 2017

Which Olay cleanser is best for oily skin?

The Regenerating Cream Cleanser is the best Olay cleanser for oily skin, rating High for that skin type. Lovi rates the Smoothing Daily Facial Cleanser as Average and the Cleansing Melts as Caution for oily skin.

Is Olay good for sensitive skin?

Olay is well suited for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates many of its moisturizers and eye products High or Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention that the Olay products on this page help provide a lightweight feel and intense hydration.

Which Olay sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?

Regenerist Whip Face Moisturizer SPF 25 is the best sunscreen on this page for sensitive skin, while Complete All Day Moisturizer SPF 15 is another option. Lovi rates the fit level of the first product as High and the second as Average.

Is Olay good for acne-prone skin?

Olay is well suited for acne-prone skin, as the brand features several targeted moisturizers and cleansers that rate High for this skin type. Lovi rates Olay High for acne-prone skin.

Is Olay good for skin with dark spots?

Lovi rates Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream and Brightening Eye Cream as Superior for skin with dark spots. Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Is Olay good for mature skin?

Yes, Olay is good for mature skin. Lovi rates multiple Olay products Superior for mature skin, including Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream, Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer, and Ultimate Eye Cream.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Research behind Olay's key ingredients

Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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