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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 versus Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 .

Last updated on August 18, 2023. Published on August 17, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both day moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any oils or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances, parabens and silicones

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Day Moisturizer British Brand United Kingdom
Day Moisturizer American Brand United States

Day Moisturizer

Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.

Day Moisturizer

Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.

Price

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Buy Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30

Starts at $28.71
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Starts at $37.79

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
30
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
15

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (6)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (4)
Acne Trigger (3)
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

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No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 6.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 10.

4
What it does: Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate.

No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 8.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 21.

5
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.

Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.

Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.

Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.

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No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 10.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 23.

6
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Cetearyl Glucoside is a surfactant and emulsifier. It can be produced from synthetic of natural sources of cetearyl alcohol and glucose.

Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters. It can also be used to enhance the texture of products.

As a surfactant, Cetearyl Glucoside helps during the cleansing process. By gathering all the dirt and oils, it allows these molecules to be washed away easily.

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No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 12.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 24.

7
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.

Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.

Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.

The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.

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No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 32.

8
What it does: Emollient, Moisturising
Community Rating: Disliked

Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.

No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 17.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 14.

9
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

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No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 35.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ethylparaben is a preservative, is a paraben, and is not reef safe.

No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 22.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 33.

11
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate

No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Day Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 25.

Olay Anti-Wrinkle Pro Vital Anti-Ageing Day Moisturiser SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 13.

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11% have mixed ratings
55% are disliked or very disliked
9% have no rating yet
11% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
70% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

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