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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Night Cream versus Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on March 22, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both night moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain peptides and retinoid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Night Moisturizer British Brand United Kingdom
Night Moisturizer American Brand United States

Night Moisturizer

Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.

Night Moisturizer

Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.

Price

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Buy Lift & Luminate Triple Action Night Cream

Starts at $29.99
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Buy Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer

Starts at $29.94

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

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
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 (4)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Retinoid (2)
Niacinamide
Peptides

Benefits

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

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating (3)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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 Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer 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 Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.

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 Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.

Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Polyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.

Polyacrylamide is low-toxicity. If source properly, it is deemed safe to use in cosmetics.

It should be noted the precursor to Polyacrylamide is acrylamide. Acrylamide is a carcinogen. Most reputable sources of Polyacrylamide will screen for residual acrylamide to make sure the count is in a safe range. Acrylamide is not able to be absorbed through the skin.

We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.

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No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.

Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.

5
What it does: Emollient, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

C13-14 Isoparaffin is created from petroleum-based mineral oils. It is an emollient and helps thicken a product.

As an emollient, it helps keep the skin soft and smooth by creating a barrier on top. This barrier traps moisture in, keeping the skin hydrated.

C13-14 Isoparaffin may not be fungal-acne safe.

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No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.

Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.

6
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 Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.

Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.

7
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Laureth-7 is created by the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol using ethylene oxide. Lauryl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with hydrating properties.

Laureth-7 is an emulsifier and cleansing ingredient. As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps cleanse the skin by gathering dirt, oil, and pollutants to be rinsed away.

No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.

Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.

8
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.

As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.

Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.

The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.

Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.

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No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.

Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

26% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
47% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet
29% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

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No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Night Cream 47 ingredients

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Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer 24 ingredients

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8 months ago · Combination Skin
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Has had the biggest impact in terms of clearning skin and overall skin health.

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