Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturiser

I have used a retinol product once in the past, but once it ran out I didn’t end up repurchasing, so I haven’t used retinol in quite a long time. My main concern is skin texture, but also preventing fine lines etc. I used it every second night as suggested to avoid irritation. The pot is lovely and sleek, solid without being too heavy or clunky, and the actual texture of the cream is so luxe. Applying it felt great; it was so velvety and easy to spread over my face - it also sunk in nicely and didn’t leave any residue or tacky feeling. After the second application, I noticed I had dry patches, but I know skin can take some adjusting to retinol so I continued use, hoping to get used to the cream. After each night though, I got more dry patches, and then my skin started stinging. I wear SPF 50 during the day anyway like they recommend as retinol can make skin sensitive to the sun. I don’t usually have any skin sensitivities - I can use any product - but the dry patches and the stinging I experienced while using it, and the fact I saw no improvement in my skin texture, means I wouldn’t use it again.. I think if you had skin that you knew already tolerated retinol well, and were looking for a new product to try, then this could be a great addition to your routine - but personally it wasn’t for me.

This trial allowed me to use Retinol for the first time. I have psoriasis so followed the guidelines of testing before going into full use of this product. I definitely recommend doing this and luckily for me I did not have any issues.

I love the tub – A cute 50ml tub in a grey/silver mixed with a deep purple tone makes it look like a luxurious product. Once opened I was greeted with a semi whipped type cream that has a pleasant but light aroma. I applied this each night just before bed and after i had completed my normal skin routine. A little goes a long way with this. It has nice consistency and I found it easy to blend in on my face and neck.

I have been using the product for 1 and a half weeks and haven’t noticed any major changes in my skin in terms of fine lines reducing. I so badly wanted this product to work and have quick results as Olay is one brand that I do use for daily Moisturisers. I feel like I need to give this product a little more time before determining if it work especially with the price point being around the $50.00 mark.

This product did everything it said it would. Fragrance free, such a bonus. Made my skin smooth and super hydrated and definitely got rid of fine lines. But it broke my skin out really bad, clogged my pores and made my skin break out in fine texture bumps. Just not for me.

I was really excited to try this product, I have been using retinol for a while now, and was looking to switch to a product that also moisturized and had a bit more of a blend of ingredients.

So, I was a bit disappointed when I got the box and read the ingredients. My first issue was the fact the retinol percentage is not listed, so it's impossible to know what the strength is. It also lists other forms of retinol that don't work the same as actual retinol, making me wonder how much is actually in there, or if it's primarily made up of other retinoids. Second, it's in a screw-top jar. Repeated exposure to light and air does degrade products, so I would be concerned about that also, but it's actually just not a great design and I feel like it gets the jar messy quickly.

As far as the actual product goes, it's okay, but not great. The best part is definitely the moisturizing quality of it, as it is nice and silky on the skin not heavy at all. The product did make my skin seem quite congested in areas, so I was not able to use it anywhere other than my neck, forehead, chest and hands after trying the whole face. While the moisturizer works well, I really didn't see any other benefits from the product, and if anything, it made my skin appear worse in general, considering the congestion.

However, I do think this is a good starter product, for someone who has never used retinol and wants to really ease into it. But, if you want something strong, this likely won't cut it. I will continue using it, but only on the backs of my hands and neck, but I certainly wouldn't purchase more. For the price point and ingredients, I think this product missed the mark.

This cream has a very smooth consistency with no fragrance. I tested it first on the bottom of my check to see how my skin would react and it was fine, so I then applied it to my entire face and neck. It left my face feeling smooth, but the cream didn't seem to soak into my skin, just sat on top. I have used a few times now and have noticed a more even skin tone which i like. I would have to continue using to notice any more changes like fine lines, dry skin etc. I highly recommend you use this cream at night only due to the sun during the day.

The first thing to note is that this is a retinol cream - that means your skin will be more susceptible to sun damage (so ALWAYS wear sunscreen when using this cream) and can become irritated if you use retinol too frequently.

This cream has a very luxurious smooth feel that soaks into the skin nicely, and a very little scent which I appreciate. I have already been using retinol for ~6 months so I used this cream once every 2 evenings (you have to slowly introduce your skin to retinol or you will risk irritation). My skin is very sensitive, but surprisingly suffered no irritation with this cream which is a huge plus! However to be honest I haven't seen much obvious improvement in my skin beyond being extra moisturised. This could be because I was already using retinol, or maybe I need to use it more frequently. Either way, this is a very nice night cream that requires a bit of schedule experimentation, and is worth a try.

Lovely quality packaging. The inside lid was very hard to get off, but that didn't matter too much as it was discarded once opened anyway. Mild smell but not offensive in anyway, i actually liked the smell. When applying to my face it felt divine, silky smooth and so nice. Made my skin feel instantly smooth and lovely. I really enjoyed applying it. Soaked in well and even though it felt oily, didn't leave my skin feeling oily just moisturized. My skin also felt nice the next morning. I didn't notice much difference in the texture but my skin felt lovely. I haven't noticed much of a difference in wrinkles or fine lines but i am going to continue using as it feels so lovely so maybe the difference will happen with longer use. I do sometimes get the odd breakout and it didn't cause anything for me. Overall i actually really enjoyed the product. For a night moisturizer i would probably buy again.

Cream comes glass tub inside a solid box that looks like a quality brand. Upon opening there is the usual plastic pull off layer under the silver lid, which is a bit of a hassle to get off. The cream itself is a lovely thick consistency with no scent. I didn't have to use a lot to get a good coverage and it makes my skin feel well moisturized. My hands feel quite nice too after using it. The first couple of times I used my skin felt slightly warm for a few minutes. After 2 weeks of use, my skin feels quite nice and well looked after, my make up seems to go on much easier and I think a few less visible fine lines, I'm sure with more use I will see more effects. I prefer a pump bottle for ease of use but once I got rid of the layer under the lid this wasn't to hard to manage. I will definitely keep using and look forward to more results.

While I felt like my trial of the product wasn't long enough to notice any significant changes in my fine lines and wrinkles, I could definitely appreciate other qualities within the product. My favourite aspect of this product was the texture. I could feel an instant softness and smoothness to my skin after application. I also really loved the fragrance - it was super fresh! My face was definitely left looking brighter. While I'm keen to continue using this product, I'm also a bit hesitant to do so over the summer months. As someone with very fair skin and being aware that the product may cause more sensitivity to the sun, I think I'll park this on the shelf until autumn rolls around. Given that sun exposure can increase signs of skin aging, I'd rather not undo the benefits of the product by increasing my skin's already great sensitivity to the sun's rays. I'm looking forward to trialling this product for a longer time and seeing whether it improves the fine lines and wrinkles in my skin that come with aging.