L'Oreal 🆚 Olay- Drugstore Retinol Versus - Olay Retinol 24 Night Serum Vs Loreal Pure Retinol 0.03%

Summary

In this comparison, the L'Oréal Revitalift Germ Intensives Night Serum with 0.3% retinol and the L'Oréal Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Serum are pitted against Olay's new Max line, which emphasizes hydration alongside retinol. Both L'Oréal products feature identical dropper packaging, but L'Oréal contains denatured alcohol, which could be drying for sensitive or dry skin. Olay's serum is thicker with a jelly-like texture, and it contains mica for a subtle shimmer. L'Oréal has a lighter texture and sets quickly. Olay's product is more hydrating and less drying, making it the winner in performance. Neither brand is cruelty-free, and Olay offers better value for money. Olay's serum is recommended for those with sensitive skin, but there are more affordable retinol options available.

Takeaways

• 🧪 The L'Oreal Revitalift Germ Intensives Night Serum and L'Oreal Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Serum are compared against Olay's Max line for retinol effectiveness.
• 💧 Both L'Oreal serums have identical dropper bottle packaging, which is standard but not particularly exciting.
• 🚫 The L'Oreal serum contains denatured alcohol, which may be drying for very dry or sensitive skin, unlike the Olay product.
• 🌿 Neither product contains fragrance, making them a good choice for those who prefer fragrance-free skincare.
• 🧴 L'Oreal has a lighter texture and sets quickly, possibly due to the alcohol content, while Olay has a thicker, jelly-like texture.
• 🌱 L'Oreal contains more beneficial ingredients than Olay, but Olay has fewer acnegenic ingredients.
• 🙅‍♀️ Neither brand is cruelty-free, which the speaker finds disappointing for major skincare brands in 2020.
• 💰 Olay's product is more affordable, costing less per milliliter than L'Oreal's offering.
• 🌡️ The L'Oreal serum was found to be drying even with hydrating products, while Olay was better tolerated daily.
• 🏆 Olay wins with a higher score, suggesting it might be a better long-term choice, especially for sensitive skin.

Q & A

What are the two L'Oreal products being compared in the script?

The two L'Oreal products being compared are the L'Oreal Revitalift Germ Intensives Night Serum with 0.3 retinol and the L'Oreal Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Serum.

How does the packaging of the compared products differ?

The packaging of both products is identical, featuring dropper bottle packaging.

Which product contains denatured alcohol and why should users be cautious about it?

The L'Oreal product contains denatured alcohol as its third ingredient. Users with very dry, sensitive skin or those new to retinol should be cautious as it can be drying.

How do the fragrances of the compared products compare?

Both products are fragrance-free, resulting in a tie in this category.

Which product has a lighter texture and why is it preferred?

The L'Oreal product has a lighter texture, which smoothes over the skin nicely and sets quickly, making it easier to use and layer with other products.

What is the difference in beneficial ingredients between the two products?

The L'Oreal product has five beneficial ingredients aside from slip ingredients, while the Olay product has four.

Which product has fewer acnegenic ingredients and what are they?

The Olay product has fewer acnegenic ingredients, with only two: dimethicone and laureth-4.

What is the cruelty-free status of both brands according to the script?

Neither L'Oreal nor Olay are cruelty-free, which the script finds disappointing for major brands in 2020.

How did the performance of the two products differ in terms of skin tolerance?

The L'Oreal product made the skin a bit dry even with hydrating products, while the Olay product was better tolerated and could be used daily without drying out the skin.

What is the price comparison between the two products per milliliter?

The L'Oreal product is priced at $20 per milliliter, while the Olay product is 98 cents per milliliter, making Olay more affordable.

Which product won more points in the overall comparison and why?

The Olay product won more points overall, scoring seven points to L'Oreal's five, due to its better performance, fewer acnegenic ingredients, and more affordable pricing.