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Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Serum for dry sensitive skin

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Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Serum

Average

  • SuperiorDry Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for dry sensitive skin; other serums fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Offers excellent suitability for dry skin due to the presence of glycerin and niacinamide, which provide humectant action and barrier repair to combat dryness and flakiness.
  • The serum also contains retinol and retinyl propionate for anti-aging benefits, which are generally supportive but not the primary focus for your stated concerns.
  • The product is safe for your dry and sensitive skin as it lacks harsh ingredients and has no risk of irritation.

How to apply

  • Use this PM routine for your evening skincare. Start using the serum 3 times a week and increase to daily use if your skin feels comfortable.
  • Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, but right before your moisturizer. This step locks in deep hydration for dry skin.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin using your palms. Let it absorb completely for a minute ⏱ before applying your next product.
  • Since your skin is sensitive, apply the serum on completely dry skin for better tolerance and less irritation.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Always do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin reacts well.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 1.6k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, this serum is highly praised for delivering significant anti-aging results like firmer skin and reduced fine lines, with a notable absence of typical retinol irritation. Its lightweight, hydrating, and fragrance-free formula is well-suited for sensitive skin, effectively improving texture and evening out skin tone over time.

Highlights

  • Smoother skin texture Mostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels like silk”
    • “woke up to soft skin”
    • “texture is much smoother”
    • “bumps are gone”
    • “face feels baby soft”
  • Gentle and non-irritating Often Mentioned
    • “no redness or peeling”
    • “great for sensitive skin”
    • “zero irritation”
    • “gentlest retinol I've used”
    • “didn't dry me out”
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing Often Mentioned
    • “absorbs almost instantly”
    • “not greasy at all”
    • “lightweight milky texture”
    • “sinks right in”
    • “doesn't feel heavy”
  • Brightens and evens tone Sometimes Noted
    • “faded my dark spots”
    • “complexion looks brighter”
    • “helped with acne scars”
    • “skin tone is more even”
    • “glowy morning skin”
  • Hydrating and plumping Sometimes Noted
    • “skin looks plumped”
    • “very moisturizing”
    • “hydrates well overnight”
    • “no need for extra cream”
    • “woke up glowing”
  • Poor dropper design Sometimes Noted
    • “dropper is clunky”
    • “hard to get product out”
    • “button mechanism fails”
    • “bottle design is frustrating”
    • “dispenses inconsistently”
  • Slow visible results Sometimes Noted
    • “took months to see difference”
    • “no immediate miracle”
    • “slow progress on deep wrinkles”
    • “needs consistent use”
    • “hard to tell difference at first”
  • Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “caused minor purging”
    • “broke me out initially”
    • “small whiteheads appeared”
    • “clogged my pores”
    • “reaction on chin”
  • Pilling or residue Rarely Noted
    • “leaves a white film”
    • “pills under moisturizer”
    • “feels slightly sticky”
    • “residue on pillow”
    • “doesn't layer well”
  • Texture preference Rarely Noted
    • “prefer the cream version”
    • “too watery for me”
    • “wanted something thicker”
    • “runs off hand easily”
    • “cream feels more luxurious”

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Questions and answers

How well does Olay Retinol 24 work for dry sensitive skin?

This product works for your dry sensitive skin, though other products fit it better. It helps combat dryness and flakiness while being safe for sensitive skin, but a product for this skin needs more powerful moisturizing components and barrier support ingredients to provide ideal hydration and protection.

Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for dry sensitive skin?

Glycerin and niacinamide make this serum a good fit for dry sensitive skin by bringing in moisture and repairing the skin barrier to fight off dryness and flakiness. A treatment for this skin type needs soothing, deeply hydrating ingredients along with skin barrier support to keep it calm and smooth.

What does Retinol do for dry sensitive skin?

Retinol is often too strong for dry sensitive skin because it may cause scaling and stinging, so a product of this type needs gentle soothing ingredients and extra moisture to keep the skin calm and smooth.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019Toxicology Letters, 2003

What does Niacinamide do for dry sensitive skin?

Niacinamide helps dry sensitive skin by calming irritation and keeping moisture locked in so your face feels soft and smooth. It works to build up your skin barrier and calm redness while being very gentle and unlikely to cause irritation.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2004International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2013

Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?

This serum goes in the evening routine after cleansing and toning, followed by a moisturizer. Dry and sensitive skin of this type needs products rich in soothing ingredients and moisture-locking components to keep skin soft and smooth while preventing any flakiness.

Can I use this serum with vitamin C, and in what order?

You can use this serum with vitamin C by applying vitamin C in the morning and this serum at night to avoid overwhelming your skin. A product of this type works best for dry sensitive skin when it includes gentle hydrators and barrier-repairing ingredients like glycerin and niacinamide.

How often should I use this serum?

Use this serum in your evening routine. It is a treatment product, and applying it at night keeps things simple and safer around sun exposure.

Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?

This serum is unlikely to cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin, as reviewers rarely report this issue and the formula lacks harsh ingredients. However, products used on dry skin need extra soothing ingredients like ceramides and rich plant oils to keep pores clear and the skin soft and smooth.

Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Topical 0.4% retinol significantly increased epidermal thickness, dermal vascularity, and extracellular matrix production by stimulating keratinocyte proliferation, endothelial cell proliferation, and fibroblast activation in naturally aged human skin compared to vehicle.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017

  • Topical bakuchiol 0.5% applied twice daily compared with retinol 0.5% applied daily significantly decreased wrinkle surface area and hyperpigmentation with no statistical difference between the compounds in 44 patients over 12 weeks, while retinol users reported more facial skin scaling and stinging.

    The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019

  • Silicone particles encapsulating retinol increased its half-life by 9-fold and yielded 12-23% lower skin irritation in human subjects compared to Microsponge particles while maintaining biological activity.

    Journal of Controlled Release, 2018

  • Topical stabilized retinol treatment induced HAS gene expression and increased hyaluronic acid production in human skin in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo compared to vehicle.

    Archives of Dermatological Research, 2017

  • Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021

  • Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.

    The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008

  • Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.

    Dermatologic Surgery, 2005

  • A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

  • The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

  • Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001

  • Over-the-counter retinol products provided only weak evidence for a mild ameliorating effect on fine facial skin wrinkle lines in randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled trials, and major methodological flaws call the validity of positive results into question.

    The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2021

  • A cosmetic niacinamide/peptide/retinyl propionate regimen significantly improved periorbital wrinkle appearance relative to a 0.02% tretinoin regimen at 8 weeks with comparable benefits at 24 weeks, while demonstrating significantly better tolerability in 196 women.

    The British Journal of Dermatology, 2010

  • A novel triple-active cosmetic formulation containing 4-hexylresorcinol, retinyl propionate, and niacinamide improved the visual appearance of photoageing similarly to 0.02% tretinoin and reversed a consensus gene signature associated with ageing in female adults while causing less skin irritation.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024

Ingredients

Water, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Retinol, Retinyl Propionate, Niacinamide, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyacrylamide, Titanium Dioxide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Dmdm Hydantoin, Mica, Polysorbate 20, Laureth-4, Laureth-7, Disodium Edta, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the 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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