Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream Face Moisturizer, Fragrance-Free - 1.7oz
Olay
Key Benefits
- Niacinamide for brightening and barrier support
- Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 for anti-aging
- Sodium Hyaluronate for hydration
Excellent choice for most skin types seeking anti-aging and hydration benefits. Well-tolerated, fragrance-free, and effective actives. Not ideal for those with extreme sensitivity to fatty alcohols.
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Benefits & Concerns
Key Benefits (3)
- Niacinamide for brightening and barrier support
- Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 for anti-aging
- Sodium Hyaluronate for hydration
Concerns & Limitations (1)
- Contains multiple fatty alcohols and esters, which may rarely trigger breakouts in very acne-prone or sensitive individuals
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Product Attributes
Usage Instructions & Guidelines
Official Usage Instructions
Manufacturer's recommended application
Use as the final step of your skin care routine, morning and night.
Ideal For:
- •Daily skincare routine
- •Sensitive skin types
- •Natural product enthusiasts
Avoid If You Have:
- •Known allergies to listed ingredients
- •Very sensitive or reactive skin
- •Preference for fragranced products
Skin Type Compatibility
How well this product works for different skin types
Contains multiple humectants (glycerin, panthenol, sodium hyaluronate) and emollients (isohexadecane, dimethicone) that effectively hydrate and prevent moisture loss; fragrance-free reduces irritation risk.
Lightweight silicones and non-comedogenic emollients are present, but some ingredients (isohexadecane, isopropyl isostearate) may feel heavy or occlusive for very oily skin types.
Fragrance-free and contains soothing ingredients (panthenol, niacinamide); low risk of irritation, but pentapeptides and some emollients may rarely cause sensitivity in highly reactive skin.
Balanced hydration from humectants and emollients; may be slightly rich for oily zones but generally suitable for combination skin.
Non-comedogenic for most, but isopropyl isostearate and isohexadecane may trigger breakouts in some acne-prone individuals; otherwise, soothing and barrier-supporting.
Well-balanced formula with hydrating, barrier-supporting, and anti-aging ingredients; fragrance-free and safe for regular use on normal skin.
Seasonal Usage Recommendations
How to use this product throughout the year
Winter
Apply a slightly thicker layer morning and night to combat dryness from cold air and indoor heating. Consider pairing with a hydrating serum for extra moisture.
Spring
Continue twice-daily use to maintain hydration as humidity rises and temperatures fluctuate. The fragrance-free formula is suitable if experiencing seasonal allergies or sensitivity.
Summer
Use a lighter layer in the morning to avoid heaviness in humidity. Always follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen, as niacinamide can help with sun-induced discoloration but does not replace SPF.
Fall
Maintain twice-daily use to help skin adjust to cooler, windier weather. Begin layering with hydrating serums or occlusives if skin starts to feel drier in preparation for winter.
Enhanced Usage Instructions
Detailed usage guidance for different skin concerns and best practices
Usage by Skin Concern
Dry Skin
Apply a generous, even layer (about a nickel-sized amount) to clean, slightly damp skin both morning and night. Focus on drier areas such as cheeks and jawline. For extra hydration, layer over a hydrating serum containing hyaluronic acid. Allow the cream to absorb fully before applying sunscreen in the morning.
Oily Skin
Use a pea-sized amount, focusing on drier areas and avoiding excessive application on the T-zone. Apply to clean skin, preferably at night, or use in the morning if skin feels tight. If layering, use after lightweight serums and before sunscreen. If skin feels greasy, reduce frequency to once daily.
Sensitive Skin
Patch test on a small area behind the ear or jawline for 24 hours before full-face use. Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin once daily at night for the first week, gradually increasing to twice daily if well tolerated. Avoid applying to areas with active irritation or broken skin.
Combination Skin
Apply a pea- to nickel-sized amount, focusing on drier areas (cheeks, jawline) and using less on oilier zones (forehead, nose, chin). Use morning and night after cleansing and serums. Adjust amount and frequency on oily areas as needed.
Acne-Prone Skin
Use a thin, even layer (pea-sized amount) on clean skin, avoiding areas with active breakouts if irritation occurs. Apply at night initially; if well tolerated, increase to twice daily. Non-comedogenic formula is generally safe, but monitor for clogged pores. Avoid layering with heavy or occlusive products.
Usage Tips & Best Practices
Daily Use
Apply as the final step of your morning routine, after serums and before sunscreen. Use gentle upward strokes and allow full absorption before makeup or SPF.
Night Use
Use as the last step in your nighttime routine, after cleansing and serums. Apply evenly to face and neck, allowing the product to fully absorb.
Frequency
Use twice daily (morning and night) for most skin types. Sensitive or oily skin may start with once daily and increase as tolerated.
Amount
Use a pea-sized amount for oily or acne-prone skin, and a nickel-sized amount for dry or combination skin. Adjust as needed to cover face and neck without excess residue.
Best Time
Best applied after cleansing and serums, as the final step before sunscreen in the morning and as the last step at night.
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