They changed the formula. The people are not happy.
The real issue? The texture — it’s a whole different beast now. That iconic, bouncy cream feel is gone.
It’s the new Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream. About $35. They claim it’s still the same “intensive” moisturizer. I had to check.
New Packaging
Same jar, but the cream color is noticeably lighter.
New Claim
Now says it “visibly plumps” in 1 week — the old one never put a timeline on it.
New Price
Crept up a few dollars, as these things do.
The hero is still the Amino-Peptide Complex. But the supporting cast changed. They added more hyaluronic acid and niacinamide — a classic “2020s skincare” move.
- Amino-Peptide Complex: The plumping and firming star
- Niacinamide: For barrier support and calming
- Hyaluronic Acid: To pull in water (lots of it now)
- Glycerin: The classic, reliable humectant
It’s thinner. Sinks in fast — like, 20 seconds fast. The old one had a luxurious, slow-melt feel. This is more of a slick slip.
After two weeks, my skin felt hydrated but… slick. I had to use less in the AM or my sunscreen would pill. A real daytime buzzkill.
Hydration? Yes. That plumped, bouncy look by hour 3? Not really. It maintains, but doesn’t wow. My fine lines looked the same — moisturized, but not blurred.
For the original fans? Yes. It lost its soul — that decadent feel was the point. It’s now a competent, basic moisturizer in a famous jar.