Olay Retinol 24 Night Smoothing Eye Cream, Fragrance-Free Hydrating Under Eye Treatment with Vitamin B3 and Retinol Complex for Fine Lines, Wrinkles, and Smoother Looking Skin, 0.5 Fl Oz Review
Our verdict
A fragrance-free, drugstore-priced retinol eye cream from Olay's well-known Retinol 24 line, built to smooth and hydrate the eye area overnight.
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People with normal skin who want an affordable way to introduce retinol around the eyes, especially if they also deal with puffiness, dark spots, or dullness in that area.
Skip if
You have very reactive or sensitive skin, since retinol can cause irritation for some people, or you want a formula aimed at one specific concern rather than general smoothing.
- Priced 14% below the category median ($25.51 across 54 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 618 owner ratings
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Popularity2.7/5
618 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other anti-aging skincare: serums, night creams, facial peels, wrinkle patches and anti-aging devices we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["This is Olay's Retinol 24 Night Smoothing Eye Cream, a 0.5 fl oz (15 mL) fragrance-free formula priced at $22. It is built around a retinol complex paired with vitamin B3, and the brand positions it for fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, pores, and puffiness around the eyes.", 'The texture is described as lightweight, which matters for an eye cream since the skin in that area is thinner and can look shiny or feel heavy under a rich formula. Being fragrance-free also makes it a reasonable pick for people who find scented eye creams irritating this close to the eyes.', "With 618 reviews and a 4.4-star average, plus a listing rank of #192 in Eye Treatment Creams, it has a solid but not massive track record. Recent purchase volume is modest, which fits a product that competes in a crowded field of Olay's own retinol lineup rather than being the brand's single flagship item."]
Pros
- Fragrance-free formula, a plus for the sensitive eye area
- Pairs retinol with vitamin B3 in one step
- Lightweight texture that should not feel heavy under makeup
- Backed by a strong 4.4-star average across 618 reviews
- Priced at $22, well below many prestige retinol eye creams
Cons
- 0.5 fl oz is a small amount, so heavier users will restock often
- Retinol can take an adjustment period and may not suit very reactive skin
- No SPF included, so daytime sun protection still needs to come from elsewhere
- Purchase volume is modest compared to Olay's more established sellers
Performance notes
Retinol is a form of vitamin A that supports the skin's natural cell turnover, which is why it is commonly used in formulas aimed at the look of fine lines and rough texture. Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) is included alongside it to support the skin barrier, which can help offset some of the dryness retinol sometimes brings. The fragrance-free, lightweight base is a sensible pairing with those actives, since it lowers the odds of added irritation right around the eyes.
What buyers say
A 4.4-star average from 618 reviews is a healthy, above-average result for an eye cream, though it sits in the middle of the pack next to Olay's higher-volume retinol products. The rating suggests most buyers are satisfied with how it smooths and hydrates the eye area, without the review base being large enough to call it a runaway bestseller.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this eye cream fragrance-free?
Yes, Olay lists this formula as fragrance-free, which is one reason it is positioned for use in the eye area, where scented ingredients are more likely to cause irritation.
Can I use a retinol eye cream like this every night?
Many people do use it nightly, but since retinol can be drying or irritating for some skin types, it is worth starting a few nights a week and watching how your skin responds before using it every night.
Does it help with dark spots as well as wrinkles?
The brand lists dark spots, pores, puffiness, and wrinkles as target concerns for this cream, so it is formulated as a multi-purpose eye treatment rather than one built for a single issue.