Olay Daily Cream Facial Cleanser with Retinol & Peptides — 16 oz Unscented, Sulfate-Free Hydrating Cleanser

Olay Smoothing Daily Facial Cleanser with Retinol and Peptides is a creamy, sulfate-free face wash that gently cleanses while hydrating and helping skin feel smoother.

This non-foaming cream cleanser combines retinol, niacinamide (Vitamin B3), peptides, glycerin, and provitamin B5 to remove dirt, oil, and makeup without stripping moisture. The fragrance-free, dermatologist-tested formula is crafted for daily use on all skin types, especially mature or dry skin that benefits from extra conditioning during cleansing. Use morning and night to prepare skin for serums and moisturizers.

How does this cleanser remove makeup and impurities without foaming?

The creamy, non-lathering texture dissolves surface oils and impurities rather than relying on suds. Applied to wet or dry skin, it lifts makeup and grime while leaving skin hydrated, so you don’t feel tight or stripped after rinsing.

• Apply to dry skin to break down foundation and mascara prior to rinsing.
• Use on wet skin for everyday cleansing to remove oil and dirt.
• Sulfate-free surfactants clean gently without foaming or irritation.

What active ingredients are in the formula and what do they do during cleansing?

The formula blends small but functional concentrations of retinol, niacinamide, and peptides with humectants to cleanse and support a smoother skin feel. These ingredients are included to help maintain the appearance of skin texture while the cleanser performs daily cleansing.

• Retinol: helps support surface smoothing during routine cleansing.
• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): supports skin tone appearance and barrier comfort.
• Peptides & provitamin B5: contribute to hydrated, soft-feeling skin after rinsing.

Can I use this every day, and is it suitable for mature or sensitive skin?

Yes — the cream formula is developed for twice-daily use and is dermatologist tested to be gentle enough for regular cleansing. Because it doesn’t foam or contain sulfates, it’s often well-tolerated by dry, mature, or sensitive skin types that need cleansing without added dryness.

• Safe for morning and evening routines on all skin types.
• Sulfate-free and paraben-free to reduce risk of irritation from harsh detergents.
• Unscented formula avoids triggers that can bother sensitive skin.

How should I add this cleanser into my skincare routine for best results?

Use as the first step to remove makeup and slough away surface oils, then follow with targeted treatments and a moisturizer while skin is slightly damp. Consistent morning and night use helps skin feel clean, comfortable, and ready for serums like hyaluronic acid or daytime SPF.

• Morning: cleanse, apply antioxidant/serum, then sunscreen.
• Night: cleanse, apply retinol/repair serums, then a nourishing night cream.
• For heavy makeup: apply cleanser to dry skin first, then rinse and repeat if needed.

Who is this for: Olay Smoothing Daily Facial Cleanser is aimed at people seeking a gentle, hydrating daily face wash that supports smoother-looking skin. It is particularly useful for mature, dry, or combination skin types that prefer a creamy, non-foaming cleanser and want ingredients like retinol, niacinamide, and peptides incorporated into their cleansing step without harsh sulfates or added fragrance.

Ingredients

Water, Isopropyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Trehalose, Petrolatum, Retinol, Niacinamide*, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4**, Panthenol***, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethicone, Mineral Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethiconol, Steareth-21, Steareth-2, Stearic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Decyl Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, 1.2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance*Vitamin B3, **Peptide, ***Pro-Vitamin B5