About six weeks ago a group of BeautyGeeks readers volunteered to try Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream ($35.99 CAN), the moisturizer an independent study established as superior to 32 more expensive brands when it comes to hydrating skin. Our testers, all of whom have been contending with our Canadian winter’s assault on their skin, will be posting their comments throughout the day.
I tried the cream too, although it took me a few weeks to work up my nerve. I usually have an oily complexion, you see, which means I avoid heavy creams suitable for dry skin. But I’ve stressed my face out some in the last few months by skimping on sleep and water, so it’s actually been a little on the dry side.
Turns out Micro-Sculpting is lighter than I expected, and an effective solution to my slight dryness issues. It’s more fragranced than I like, but leaves my skin soft and comfortable. It’s supposed to firm the skin as well, but I — er — don’t need that so much, and so didn’t notice whether it does or not. Still, thumbs up from this beauty geek.
To see the BeautyGeek reader reviews (thanks ladies!), check out the posted comments below.
You might also like to catch the Micro-Sculpting Cream testing results from our friends at Lipstick Powder n Paint.
Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream is available at drugstores and mass retailers everywhere, and at Well.ca (which offers free shipping in Canada). Images courtesy of P&G Beauty.
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Hi Janine, thanks for the opportunity to participate.
I must say that I enjoy the refreshing, entertaining style and views in your writing. (Not to mention the glamour photos of the writer or is it the photos of the glamourous writer?)
I use very little makeup, just a bit of powder, blush and lipstick. I find the cream has a mild scent,feels good and is smooth on applying. Its creaminess is great for me because my powder doesn’t get blotchy. No dryness, no greasy feeling. Skin feels smooth in the morning on awakening; maintains its smoothness through the day. I can’t say that I saw a big difference in firming (was hoping for this to be a big highlight).
Thanks again.
I was very excited to try Olay’s Micro-Sculpting Cream and see how it would compare with a much more expensive cream I have used for years – in my case Crème de la Mer. (I use La Mer at night and was using a Neutrogena moisturizer in the morning.)
The Olay has a nice light scent and feels good on skin. I did find that my skin did not keep that dewy feeling for as long as it did with La Mer and I did not notice any differences with texture or tone. Now, I had noticed differences in texture and tone when I began using La Mer so that fact that the Olay didn’t cause negative changes was a good thing.
Another thing I missed is that the La Mer seems to keep my skin from having small breakouts and I definitely noticed that this began happening (above my lip and on my chin) after several weeks without La Mer. I don’t believe the breakouts were caused by the Olay, but rather were caused by my skin no longer getting the La Mer.
I will definitely consider switching to Olay Micro-Sculpting Cream in the morning but I will be going back to my La Mer at night…for as long as I can afford it
Hi Janine,
I’ve enjoyed participating in this study. I was leary at first since I have become prone to breakouts at this stage in my life, and the cream is quite thick. I was pleasantly surprised as I don’t seem to be having more breakouts while using the Olay cream.
I like the scent of it and the way it feels. My skin can be dry in areas during the winter and I find that even at the end of the day my skin is still feeling soft but not greasy.
I haven’t noticed any difference in firming, but did notice some smoothness. I haven’t used my primer since I thought that might be too much oil on my skin but my makeup seems to stay put, so that’s a plus.
I’m definitely going to continue with the Olay Micro-Sculpting cream. It seems to be a great addition to my Olay regime.
It was exciting to receive the little black bag on Day 1 of the 6-week testing period. Taking out the black box to reveal the sophisticated looking container of the Olay Micro-Sculpting Cream already made me feel like a special woman (and I didn’t even try the cream yet!).
The cream smells very fresh and pleasant (fruity with a hint of apples). To the touch, it’s a bit firmer than I had expected but that’s because I was used to using a lighter moisturizer. It’s easy to apply and goes on evenly. The texture is smooth and there’s a little sparkle in it (just a hint to give you that more awake complexion that you need in the morning, but not enough to rub onto your clothes). I did notice my skin more hydrated (but sometimes puffy around the eyes in the morning). It also doesn’t affect the minimal make-up that I wear.
For the past 6 weeks, I haven’t gotten that “you look tired” comment that I usually get! (Not a nice comment to give to any woman, and definitely not nice when that woman has a toddler at home.) So this cream has my vote ;)
I wasn’t going to comment on comments today, but I have to jump in. First, thanks, Josephine, Janice and Yvonne, for your thoughtful reviews.
Second, Yvonne, I’m thinking maybe you do need to switch to the Smashbox Primer Light. Primer shouldn’t make your skin feel oilier, which it sounds like the one you have does. That tells me it’s really silicone-y, which can be uncomfortable for some people (me included). Think about switching formulas for summer.
Until the weather gets humid, though, it sounds like using the Micro-Sculpting Cream allows you to skip primer — pretty cool!
And thanks, Michelle — you posted your comment while I was writing my reply to the first three! I love that you haven’t been told you look tired for six weeks, by the way. That’s an awesome measure of effectiveness!
Hi dear! How have you been?
Ooohh this product is interesting, I’m sure if it arrives our shore, a lot of women would go crazy to try this product :) Thanks, I’ve got the chance to read about it way ahead :)
Hi Janine,
Thanks so much for choosing me to volunteer in the your test group for the Olay Micro-Sculpting Cream.
I found the cream to have a thick consistency to touch but upon application it was quite light. I have dry skin summer and winter and usually use a very thick mosturizer. The Olay Micro- Scupting Cream softened my skin and moisturized all of the dry spots leaving me with a brighter smooth complexion. I LOVED it!!!
I really didn’t notice the scent until my husband commented one evening that I smelled really nice. It was the cream!
Another couple of things that impressed me about this product are throughout the course of the day my skin did not become oily as was the case when I used my regular moisturizer. I also have some dark spots on my skin from acne breakouts. The cream helped lighten them and make my complexion more even. I found that I was applying less and less make up to cover the spots.
I can safely say that I will be continuing to use this product as part of my skin care routine.
Hi Janine,
This cream made my skin feel immediately silky when I applied it, and smooth and soft to touch after it had absorbed fully. It went on evenly and smoothly, making it easy to apply make up after use. (I don’t typically like scent in my skincare, but the floral scent faded quickly after application.) As directed, I used the cream morning and night, but actually, every morning my skin still felt so soft that I almost felt like I could have skipped the morning application.
I love the texture of my skin now that I’m using the Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream. I’ve always had a bit of a patchy red and dry complexion; it’s been noticeably different over the last six weeks. Now my skin is clear and smooth. In the past, I found that by midday my skin would start to feel dried out. I never considered re-applying makeup during the day because my skin would be dry and flaky. But now I can bring my compact and touch up without worrying about dry patches.
I can’t say that I noticed any change in firmness, though. And if you can suggest something that will work as well to repair the thin skin under my eyes, as well as this cream has on my overall complexion, I’ll be in your debt.
Two weeks ago, which would have been about four weeks in, I met a girlfriend for lunch. She stopped me mid-ramble to say that she couldn’t pinpoint it, but I looked SO beautiful. I knew it was time to send in my review.
Thanks so much for including me in your BeautyGeeks review group. I have been really happy with the results and thrilled, actually, at how long the jar of cream has lasted. I will definitely be continuing on with Olay Micro-Sculpting Cream.
First of all thank you for allowing me to review this product. Janine, you Rock!
I am 53, in menopause and have sun damage and dry skin. I liked the look of the packaging — a ruby red jar with a silver cap are very fetching. However, the black print on the jar was illegible to my old eyes. I did some research on the ingredients, and the packaging is problematic. These ingredients are good and effective, but, they lose potency on exposure to air. The jar should be some kind of pump or a different delivery system because the ingredients will soon be ineffective.
The cream has a nice light scent and absorbed quickly into my skin. I used it on my chest, neck , face and the backs of my hands. I did not see any changes in the sun damaged areas on my face. I did feel a smoothing and a less tight feeling on my skin. I did notice blackheads on my cheeks and forehead. This is unusual for me, so I used the cream only at night and did a bit more exfoliating. The blackheads soon cleared, I cannot say with certainty that the cream caused this, but it seems likely.
I was hoping for some firming, but, alas no such luck. I took some before pictures and will take some after pictures. I need to know where and how to post them. On the whole a nice cream, pleasant scent, soothing for my dry skin, problematic packaging and somewhat overblown promises. Not a bad cream, but not great.
Hi Janine,
I was very curious to try this product after seeing it so heavily advertised on TV. I was intrigued by the claim that this product worked as well as products retailing for hundreds of dollars more.
Firstly, the packaging is beautiful and the scent is very pleasant. The consistency is thicker than what I usually use so I compensated by using less of the product.
Since I wear makeup (foundation, concealer and powder) everyday, this cream provided a comfortable “base” and the moisturization did last the entire day. However, since my skin is normal to slightly oily at times, the cream can feel a little heavy. After using it for a few weeks day and night, I switched to night time only with a lighter lotion during the day. This worked well and I noticed my skin looked “brighter” and definitely felt smoother and more comfortable. I even used it around my eyes without any irritation. I didn’t notice much “lifting” effect but like you, this was not my primary skincare concern.
I enjoy the Olay products very much and I will continue to use this product as my night time treatment. Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this test group.
Hi Janine…
I did do it…yah!!!
I was a bit skeptical about doing this but from the first time I tried the Olay it was pure heaven.
I have very dry skin on the sides of my face but tend to be oily in the t zone…so i decided to work on my problem area even though i did apply all over the face…just heavier in the problem zone….not only has it improved in feeling soft and smooth, the redness that i have there has lessened.
I liked the feel of it, silky is the best way i can describe it. I have tried others and believe me they have all failed.
I know it is a face cream but i have very dry skin on my legs and rough patches and they would pain me. No matter what cream i used, it wouldn’t matter, I used it on my legs and the pain went away instantly and my legs felt really good. I know not intended for legs but this works for me.
My skin felt softer and not as heavy as when using other creams. People did notice a difference especially since i am famous for not wearing creams on my face and looking dry.
Honestly, I do love this product for me and i know how to apply it to give it maximum efficency to my face (and legs…lol…) heavier on the side, light in the t zone but i love wearing it and even love the light scent.
Great product!!
Thank you Janine and Olay….
Lorie
Hi Janine,
Thanks for including me in the group!
I’ll echo what a lot of the ladies above said. The creme is heavy in texture, but not heavy on the skin. It did a good job of moisturizing, keeping my skin dry-patch free the entire time I used it (I usually have dry patches, although with regular facials this winter this was not an issue for me, even prior to trying this product). The creme kept my skin moisturized throughout the day with zero grease factor. I also liked the floral scent.
I don’t have an issue with firming of the skin yet, so can’t comment on that aspect of the creme.
I agree, too, that there is a bit of sheen to the creme, giving a bit of a glow after using product. I used quite a generous amount of product each time, and found it absorbed very well into my skin.
All in all a very nice creme. I’ll have to see how my skin reacts going back to my more expensive usual cremes, I may end up trading in those bigger buck products for this lower priced option!
Thanks again!
Monica
Hi Janine,
Thanks for inviting me to participate. It was a real treat to try a new product.
All in all I really liked the creme. It worked especially well after exfoliating my skin. It absorbed well and left my skin feeling silky and not greasy.
As far as improving the texture and tone of my skin I believe that the cream will go only as far as it can. Even though I was faithful in my morning and evening regime, after having my son two months ago, I have skipped the two most important steps to boost this cream’s potential to get healthy looking skin: rest and drinking lots of water. Other than that I liked how my skin looked and felt throughout the day.
I definitely think that this cream is comparable to the higher end brand I used prior to this test. I will continue to use the Olay Regenerist. Can’t beat the price point either!
Thanks again!
D
Hi Janine,
Thanks for the invite and I love the product!
I actually like it so much I went and bought the Olay regenerist daily face scrub to use with it.
Compared to the cream I was using, I found it a little heavier but great absorbtion. Very easy to use and apply & a great scent to boot! I did notice my skin got a little firmer… not that anyone else did ;-)
The only downside I found is that late afternoon my skin was a little shinier than normal.
Overall, great! It is my new cream!
Laurie
I first of all wanted to thank you by sending me the Olay cream. What a nice treat…reallly. Here is my feedback.
I must say I love the jar design and colour. It is nice to see some colour on my shelf…lol
The cream has an extremely silky feel to it. I was quite surprised by the feel. Over the last several weeks I truly enjoyed applying the product. It feels amazing on the skin. My skin felt very soft and silky and I found that even after sleeping with the cream on my skin throughout the night, in the a.m. my skin still felt exceptionally smooth.
It has been very very cold in the past weeks and I found that the Olay Regenerist did a great job in keeping my skin hydrated. Even in my T zone, where my skin is a tiny bit oily, the Olay did not make my skin worse. It actually seemed to balance it quite nicely. I have noticed a nicer feel and coluring to my skin probably because it is being hydrated properly. I love the subtle scent and I felt the product being absorbed instantly. I could apply make up afterwards without having to wait for the product to absorb. I find it a part of my new regime and would love to try other new products if they come out with any. My skin needed a change and I feel that this is the right change for my skin.
Thank you BEAUTYGEEKS for this great opportunity!!!!Thank you Janine!!!
It’s me again. I meant that the appearance of the sun damage did not change. My skin did feel more hydrated.
I could email you the before and after photos.
Having used Olay products for more than 50 years, I had to try the new product in the pretty red jar and purchased it on sale for $30 at Shoppers. It has a pleasant fragrance, is easy to apply and feels as good as any other Olay I have used.
I do not notice any appreciable difference since I see my own face every day and my eyesight does not improve with the Olay Regenerist cream. Many people have commented that I have such nice skin and guess that I am a great deal younger than my age.
I have used the micro-sculpting cream for six weeks and probably have another four to five weeks before finishing the balance in the jar. However for the summer I will go back to the Definity product which has some UV protection and worked well for me last year when I spent a great deal of time outdoors. Age spots seemed to fade slightly and no new ones appeared. They did not change with the use of the cream in the pretty red jar. I may go back to it again in the autumn when the garden is asleep.
Thanks for finding this post, Marilyn, and for your comment. Er — I do hope you weren’t putting the cream in your eyes. *grin*
You’re so welcome, Marina. Thanks for taking part. I’m glad your skin found a new friend.
I love a good exfoliation story, Laurie. For many people it’s key to brighter, smoother skin (I’m one of them). As to firming, I’m glad you noticed a difference. I’m thinking that like anything else, it’ll work for some and not for others.
And I hear you Deborah. Sleep, water and good nutrition are key to getting the most out of our beauty aids, and I too am guilty of not doing as well as I should.
Hi Janine,
Thanks for including me in this test group – it was a first for me and I was excited!
The presentation and packaging of this cream was very nice – impressive.
The texture of the cream was perfect for me, it did not feel greasy at all when I applied it, and it made my skin feel smooth right away. I also found the scent of the cream to be very fresh and clean and I really liked that..it smelled good on my face and neck all day.
The first few days of using it I really thought that this was going to be a GREAT product, it made my skin feel smooth and a bit tighter!! I thought “FANTASTIC”!!…but after about a week into it, the ‘excited bubble’ burst…I realized that every time I washed it off, I was back to normal…It seems that the moisturizer was really not moisturizing my skin rather just putting a protective sheild on it for a while it was there. The shield did look somewhat shiny – not oily or greasy at all, just a bit of sheen to it. I hate to be the ‘odd ball’ person with more negative to report than good, but I’ve got to be honest!!
I guess there’s good and bad with having a protective sheild on your face, but I was really hoping for more lasting effects after washing.
I also did get a bit of puffy-ness under my eyes which started when I began using this cream.. I’ve always been extra sensitive to anything on my face so I have mostly stayed away from such products, but I always love to try new things and if it had worked, the price would have been a great bonus too.
I enjoyed the testing of the new product and really appreciated the opportunity, but I think I’ll stick with my GUINOT products for now..
Thanks again!!!
Janine,
Do you have any suggestions of products I could try to lighten sun spots and acne scars?
Thanks
Thanks for your comment, Jane. Did you keep using the cream for the full six weeks? Usually takes about 30 days to see a real difference in skin — 30 days for cell renewal, you see. Still, if you had better results with what you were using, all good. Thanks so much for your feedback.
Lorelei, if you want to stick within the Olay brand, Definity or the new Olay Professional Pro-X lines are your best bets. Both contain glucosamine and niacinamide, which work to even out skin tone and help to prevent new discolouration. Olay Professional-X contains the highest combination of ingredients. As well, exfoliation is important, so you’ll want a gentle daily or every-other-day exfoliant too.
Thank you very much for the opportunity to participate in this study. I love trying new things and am always happy for the chance to give my opinions about things.
I agree with the others that the jar was lovely and certainly makes the product very appealing, but the first time I used the product I have to admit I was put off by the fragrance. I really don’t like fragrances in facial products, so that was a bit of an adjustment. It occurs to me that not everyone likes the same fragrances either, so the company could lose customers who might otherwise like the product but who weren’t partial to the fragrance.
The product seemed creamy and rich, and certainly not greasy, but somehow did not feel very “moist”, if that makes sense at all.
To give it a fair try, I also used it just by itself after exfoliating my skin. I liked the way it went on, in that it felt fairly rich and went on smoothly, but almost right away my skin felt tight and dry, like it needed a moisturizer. After a couple of days I broke down and started using it over a moisturizer and it felt better. I have to say I agree with Jane that it seemed to have a temporary effect right after it was applied but that it just never felt like it was really sinking in and making any long-term difference.
To be honest, after a few days I did not love the way my skin looked and felt, but continued to use the cream because I said I would use it for six weeks. It seemed a little red and splotchy and felt kind of dry, but that seemed to even out after a little while.
Once the initial shock to my skin wore off, there did seem to be an immediate difference in the appearance of my skin, like a kind of glow, but that would be gone part way through the day.
I’m not sure I have seen a significant positive difference after six weeks, but I might have if I didn’t already have a great skin care regimen in Clinique. Naturally, I found myself comparing and was not entirely sold on the Olay, as much as I wanted to be blown away by it. I love discovering wonderful new things. Maybe if I’d been just a soap and water girl to start with, I might have been more impressed with the effects of this product.
It does seem to be a quality cream, and I’m sure there will be women who love it, but I’m not sure I would use it again after the jar is finished.
Thanks for your thoughtful comments, Joanne. I’m surprised you needed an additional moisture boost, but completely understand that what works for one doesn’t necessarily work for another. I’m learning something from everyone; good stuff. Thanks so much for participating!
Hi Janine, okay you may be stalking us a bit but I love your enthusiasum and apparently need a gentle prod to complete my feedback.
Thanks for the opportunity to be a beauty geek! I love simplicity and not one to do much on the beauty front except take care of my skin. I really enjoyed using the Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting cream and found a couple of key benefits compared to other creams that I’ve been using. One, the cream absorbs quickly and isn’t greasy at all…I love that! Two, the cream definitely reduced the visibility of my laugh lines. I’m proud of each one as I’ve laughed a lot to get them but not everyone needs to know just how happy I am. Reduced wrinkles…love that even more!!
When I first used the product I wasn’t overly excited about the scent but after a few uses it really grew on me, its subtle and really not noticable after application. I will certainly keep using the product and who know’s maybe I’ll jump out on a limb and try a few more OLAY product I plan on laughing alot more and need all the help I can get to hold those wrinkle back.
Karen, a comment that includes mention of laughter is worth waiting for. Thank you.
Better late than never, right? OK, here goes – my very first Beauty Geek post, how exciting!
Like the other testers, I also liked the chic packaging in which the Olay cream arrived – very glam. So, I was feeling very optimistic about this potentially miraculous new product for my skin (as a marketer’s dream, I was buying into the hype).
Like some of the testers, I was also a little put-off by the fragrance, though. I prefer scents in my body spray or perfume, and leave it at that.
As a mid-30-something with combination skin, I found that I was also prone to more breakouts with this product on my chin than compared to my Lancome or Clarins moisturizers, which I still love. In comparison, I found this one to be a bit heavier and greasier, but definitely still of very good quality. If my regular moisturizers were not available, I would consider this as a decent and affordable alternative.
Since my grandmother always swore by Olay products her whole life, and people always guessed her to be at least 10 to 20 years younger than she really was, I stuck it out for the full six weeks. Occasionally, I skipped applying the cream in the morning or the night, and my skin still felt reasonably hydrated – pretty significant, considering the winter we’ve had. At first, though, I did have a dry patch around my upper lip, which I found a bit bizarre, but then I was probably a little dehydrated, considering how dry the winter has been (and maybe it had something to do with the new pub that opened around the corner, but I digress).
On the whole, I would say the cream was easy to use and apply, with a rich consistency that you would expect from a more expensive cream. My skin felt a bit greasy initially after applying, but seemed to absorb the cream reasonably well after that. It stayed fairly hydrated throughout the day, and looked okay in the morning.
I did not really notice any difference in my skin’s texture (but then again, I’m due to get my eyesight checked). I did not notice any significant difference in my skin’s firmness, either, which I was kind of hoping for, since I am also prone to laughing a lot (usually at myself). I was able to go skiing with nothing on my face except the moisturizer, though, and it held up quite well. That’s definitely saying something!
So, am I a convert? Not for the moment, but I would recommend it to someone with very dry skin who is looking for a new cream to try. As you say, everyone is different, and if it works for them, the value would be tremendous!
I’m still laughing at the pub reference… thanks so much for your thoughtful and fair review, Laura!
Hi Janine,
Thank you so much for including me in this testing group. It was a wonderful experience!
I apologize for my late reply, I was out of town on a wonderful sun vacation, during which I continued to use the Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream.
This particular product had really caught my interest when I saw commercials for it on television. I was really looking forward to trying it out.
The product presentation (the jar) is very appealing. It certainly stands out amongst the other products I have. I loved the texture of this cream. I have mildly sensitive skin which is normal to dry. I usually use a fairly heavy moisturizing cream, so the texture of the Olay Regenerist cream was perfect. I was a little surprised that the cream had a fragrance, though I did find it quite pleasant and not overwhelming at all.
When I first used the cream, it felt incredible on my skin, and I looked forward to each application. I used the Olay cream in the morning and at night. I noticed that my skin was very well hydrated and smooth. My complexion actually appeared a little brighter, perhaps from the little bit of sheen in the product. It was actually something I really liked.
I was on vacation for the final two weeks of my testing period, and was pleased that this cream was not too heavy or greasy for a hot climate. This is a cream which can be used in winter or summer, and seems to provide just the right amount of hydration for either season.
The one thing I was really interested in testing was the ‘firming’ quality of the Olay Regenerist cream. Unfortunately, I didn’t notice any change in the firmness of my skin at all. That was disappointing.
There was one unpleasant aspect of this cream that I experienced. When using the cream at night, it would feel a little ‘sticky’ on my skin, and that was actually a fairly uncomfortable feeling when I was lying on my pillow.
I would continue to use this product as a day cream only, and use something different at night. I would recommend this cream primarily as a great hydrating cream, not a ‘firming’ cream.
Thanks again for including me in the testing of this product.
Hi Janine
I am sooooo sorry I am late in replying to you. Please forgive me.
I loved the face cream. It was easy and non greasy to apply. When I applied it it felt like my face was getting a drink of water. I have extremly dry skin and psorasis. I didn’t notice any tightening on my chin or neck though. I loved the jar’s look as I am a fan of red.
Thanks for including me in your survey. Hope to meet you in person soon.
I too am very sorry for the delay in responding.
I love the cream as well! Over the last 6 weeks, I have noticed a tremendous change in my appearance. My skin is silky soft, with fewer laugh lines and overall my skin feels “juicier” Sorry ~ I just can’t think of another word to describe it.
Funny enough, in week 4, my husband said to me one night before going to bed – “I’ve been meaning to ask you, have you been doing something different to your face, it looks …. younger or something” which is HUGE as he usually doesn’t notice much.
I will continue using the cream and have really come to enjoy the texture, scent and how soft it makes my skin feel. Thanks for including me in the survey – it was a great experience.
Suzanne, Kim and Lesia, thank you so much for your participation and your responses.
Suzanne, do you use the same cleansing and moisturizing steps in the evening that you do in the morning? I can’t figure out why the cream would feel sticky at night if it didn’t also feel that way during the day. Puzzle!
Kim, I’m glad you found something that makes your skin feel more comfortable. I love these sorts of testing opportunities because it affords the opportunity to try something new and potentially satisfying, without kicking holes in your wallet.
And Lesia, please thank your husband too!
I’ve never devoted myself to a particular face moisturizer. So when the opportunity came to try Olay Regenerist, of couse I said yes!
The first thing I noticed when opening the pot of Olay was the soft fresh scent. Next was the texture of the cream. It was neither too runny nor thick. Olay Regenerist was easy to apply – it spread easily and evenly and absorbed nicely. I have often found with thicker creams that I have to use a lot more to get the necessary coverage and wait what seemed like forever for the cream to absorb before I could apply my makeup.
I used Olay Regenerist every morning and evening (as I have my previous moisturizers) having the type of skin that feels tight and itchy if I don’t apply moisturizer after each and every wash. A few times I forget to take Olay Regenerist with me to the gym meaning no moisturizer application to my face after showering. Surprisingly my face felt fine – no tightness or itchiness. I still don’t know if this is the result of continuous Olay Regenerist application the weeks before and perhaps a better moisturizing result over that time. All I know is that my skin feels softner and doesn’t feel as tight since beginning its use.
When my six weeks of testing Olay Regenerist was nearly done, I thought I was finished the pot only to realize I still had another 2 weeks of moisturizer left. The problem came when I finished the pot. I went back to a cream I was using before I started using Olay and was quite disappointed. Suddenly my old day cream seemed runny and my night cream too thick. Furthermore, I missed the soft fresh scent of Olay. Solution – I went and bought a pot of Olay Regenerist! I’ve been converted – I’m going to continue using Olay Regenerist as I don’t think I can live without my new “liquid silk”. Thank you for the opportunity!
Hi Janine,
Thanks for including me!
I found the packaging although very nice in presentation, felt there was too much.
There were also no intructions in my box other than the teensy writing on the jar.
The smell and texture of the cream was very nice and pleasing to the senses.
Not sure as to how much exactly to use. I used enough to massage in around my jaw line and across my forehead area. It had a nice satin finish feel to the touch of my skin. Although after a few hours those areas felt rough as if I had not wiped something off my face.
I also experience a slight irritation along the jaw line area where I was feeling itchy. Now, I have to say I have never used anything with perfume added as my skin is rather sensitive.
But I plugged away using the cream, but tried using smaller amounts and that seemed to work.
I guess it was around week 4 that I really noticed a difference and friends were looking at me saying “You’ve done something, you look great!”
I was pleased to see the diffeence and thank you. It has made me a believer that some of these creams really do work!
Hi, I’ve tried using this cream 5 or 6 times now and I have sensitive dry skin and I’m 43. Each time I’ve used this either under makeup or alone, it flakes off. With makeup, if i touch my face, it comes off on my fingers. I tried just last night before going to bed (just had an antioxidant facial at local spa) and sure enough it just sloughs off my skin. Any ideas on this? Guess I’ll go back to Kiehls.
Hi Julie,
I’m sorry you haven’t had a good experience. I can’t think why it’s just sitting on your skin if you’ve just had a facial, which should have removed any flaky dry skin that would have hindered absorption. (Do you exfoliate regularly between facial appointments? If not, try that — it’ll help your skin absorb even your regular moisturizer better.)
I tried the cream myself and had no flaking issues at all. Perhaps you might like to call Olay customer service to share your experience. If you live in Canada, the number on the Canadian Olay.ca website is 1-800-285-5170. Let me know what happens!
It seems from all reviews that this is a great morturizer but noone found any “firming”. Hmm … doesn’t say much for their claims.
Also notice everyone was “young”. Do the over 60′s not count?
Hi Barbara,
I’ve asked about the firming claim myself, and it seems the cream delivers some firming results by plumping skin up with moisture. Regenerist does target the 40s and up, but there are other lines aimed at the 50+ woman that offer themselves as more suitable for more mature skin. I haven’t yet covered those here, but happen to be working a magazine story that includes such things. It’s scheduled for publication this Fall. I hope to be able to do something on BeautyGeeks soon. Thanks for your comment!
Hi Nikki! Looks like there’ll be lots to read on this one… *grin*
Lorelei, I love that your husband admired your nice fragrance. I’m pleasantly surprised at your comment that it evened out darker areas of your complexion; it doesn’t claim to have any lightening effects. Nice!
Jennifer, thanks so much for posting. My favourite part is still the unprompted compliment from your friend; a fraction behind is that your skin likes it so much. You’ve had such success with this, you might like to try the Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum.
Rita, I’ll check into that potency issue. I’m certain the product’s efficacy is thoroughly research and tested, but that’s food for thought. Re: your comment about not seeing changes to sun-damaged areas, do you mean it didn’t affect the appearance of the sun damage, or that there was no difference in hydration? As to your photos, I don’t know how to post them in a comment either!
Sandy, I like that you can save on eye cream!
Lorie, I’ve got to get you some body lotion to try. That said, I’m glad the cream helped wherever you put it. (Wait, that sounds weird…)
Monica, your skin is gorgeous; keep doing what you’re doing!