Thanks for coming by my open cafe day yesterday – boy! We sure can chat eh? 😀 I’ve had to close comments but if you all enjoyed that, I’ll open up another chat session the next time I’ve got some free time. Let me know yeah? 🙂
Now, on with the programme.
If you watch tv, you will notice the Olay Regenerist ad where they show you a cream that purportedly beat all other luxury and expensive creams in performance. I’m curious – which is the RM2,000 cream they compared it against? I want to see that one! Is it infused with diamonds? 😛
The Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting cream is touted as a luxury anti-aging cream without the luxury pricetag; and I saw a used jar on my Mom’s dressing table! It is nearly finished so I roped her in to do me a review on it 😀
Note: The following review of the Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream is based on a brief interview I had with Mom so no, I have not personally tried it for results except for texture.
Appearance and Texture:
The red tub looks luxurious and the thick white cream feels rich on my skin. Its not oily though and absorbs quite quickly. There is also a strong fragrance. What Mom thinks of this cream is as below.
What Mom says about the cream:
“I bought this cream from Guardian because I ran out of night creams and was curious after seeing the TV ad. I was interested in the claim that it micro-sculpts the skin. I found the skin around my jawline feeling loose so I decided to try it.
I used it day and night initially but am now only using it at night. I have been using it for more than 2 months and I find that my skin texture has improved and feels more taut. The skin on my face and neck is more firm and my jawline looks more defined. I saw the difference in just 1 week! I must say I’m very happy with the results I’ve seen using this cream.”
What PB observes:
Mom’s skin definitely looks clearer and more taut and wrinkles are less obvious. I had not seen her much in the past 2 months so when I did, I was impressed at how much younger she looks. A friend told me the same thing – that Mom incredibly looks way younger than her 60 years. Interestingly, I also noticed that skin discolouration was minimized too. She then told me about how wonderful the Olay Regenerist cream was for her and looking at the results on her skin I must believe it.
A 50ml jar of Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream retails at under RM100 at most major pharmacies (unsure of price). Its not cheap but heck! It works for Mom!
Pros: Skin looks and feels more firm and taut, Skin looks clearer
Cons: None
Have you or your mom tried this cream and do you have a story to share? I’m so curious about it, I want to try it for myself. But as the texture is a little thick, I don’t think I want to risk it for now. Maybe in a couple of years 😉
Paris B
plue says
January 28, 2010 at 9:21 amI nearly wanted to buy this when it was on sale for RM86.90? Or so la. Normal price was RM90+ if not mistaken >_<
my skin feels like as though it's sagging? XD Texture isn't really that thick, I tested it liao. Absorbs quite fast ler. Good as a massage cream. Hm… should I get one?
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 9:41 amApparently, if used as a massage cream once a week, its very good. I reckon if you feel your skin might need a little help, its worth giving it a shot 🙂 My mom loves it anyway
plue says
January 28, 2010 at 10:22 amLOL. okay. i pray Guardian/ watson still got that sale! So wanting to get it but then thought I might not suit it since it’s targetted at more mature women 😛
i’ll see if it works on my old skin!
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 10:34 amYeah I think Olay did target it at more mature women but these days, with all the ravages of the environment I have to wonder if we all aren’t getting a little “older” in our skincare too!
geekchic says
January 28, 2010 at 9:31 amInteresting review! Way to go, mummy of Paris!
I’ve just bought a jar from Priceline because it was on sale and like your mum, I’m running out of night cream. I’ll give this a go, do you think I’m too young to go on a cream like this? Maybe not…I’m definitely no spring chicken!
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 9:42 amHey I don’t believe in there being an “age” where you should use products. If it works, it works 😀 Let me know what you think of it!
Reese says
January 28, 2010 at 9:35 amMakes me wanna get one for mum too, she has not have time to take care of herself but I know she always trusted Olay 😉
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 9:42 amI hope your mum likes this too. My mom has been evangelizing about it to her friends. Olay should give her a commission LOL
jo says
January 28, 2010 at 9:53 amoh, i have tried this one, also its ‘sister’ ie the REGENERIST NIGHT CREAM too…and it really smoothens my skin….till my sis wanna try it now…
so i guess it works for me.
And, honestly, it shows +ve differences compared to my Clarins RM200+ night cream, so I guess for now, i will continue using this under RM100 cream.
I’ve even switched to Total Effects for daytime, coz it’s got spf15. Not so damaging to my pocket.
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 10:30 amGood to know it works for you! I used the Regenerist serum when it was first launched. Broke me out so bad I have never looked at the brand again. Now perhaps I will 😛
juan says
January 28, 2010 at 1:14 pmditto on the side effects. i tried regenerist serum as well since i saw how nice my friend’s skin looked. my skin looked really bad after using it for a week….
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 4:07 pmYay! One who agrees! 😀
Sue says
January 28, 2010 at 9:57 amI haven’t seen this in my local guardian store, but what I have to say is that your mom sure is consistent in her creams! I bought one EL cream for my mom and the creams are still pretty much filled up to the brim (btw, they are expired already now!) and she only uses it when she remembers them. -_-
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 10:30 amYes my Mom is a skincare diva 😀 She takes seriously good care of her skin so I do have her to thank for my “obsession” 😀
prettybeautiful says
January 28, 2010 at 10:08 amnice!!! i will definitely get this for mom too! i want her too look young after all these years of busy life taking care of us all
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 10:31 amYes! Mom’s deserve some pampering!
Kay Es says
January 28, 2010 at 10:23 amHi Paris,
My mum has been using this too. She liked it instantly, said it absorbed immediately. I have noticed that her skin tone is more even now and her skin looks firmer. It went on sale a while back to about RM 70 per jar, she stocked up like crazy so I guess she really likes it. Uses it every day without fail (she’s not been the type to care for skincare).
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 10:34 amYet another satisfied Mommy! 😀 Thanks for sharing Kay Es.
shaynaJo says
January 28, 2010 at 10:50 amI’m excited when you mentioned, that the jawline is more defined after 1 week of usage. That’s incredible… I feel my jawline is kinda getting out of shape now.. or maybe there’s a lil double chin forming… Hope this helps… XD
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 10:52 amI hope it will work for you! 😀
Michelle says
January 28, 2010 at 10:50 amI think the RM2000 one is from Sisley. Saw it in The Address mag recently. Thought it’s nuts. I’ll buy diamonds over night cream any time at that price. I’m sure the bling bling will distract from any skin imperfections. HAHA.
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 10:53 amI thought as much LOL Its crazy. Like you I’d buy diamonds instead of a cream. For RM2000 the cream better be able to clean house and make breakfast!
anis says
January 28, 2010 at 11:31 ammy mum has been an olay fan for the longest time, n i tell u, her skin is sooooo soft and smooth!
i did, at one time begged her out of her regenerist serum for myself, n my skin showed some difference too. of course, when it ran out i ventured into some other brands, but now that the current one is almost done, i’m seriously thinking to get back to regenerist serum 🙂
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 4:08 pmGlad it worked for you Anis. I’ve learnt never to run too far away from a skincare that works for me 😉
rinnah says
January 28, 2010 at 1:43 pmMy mom was using Olay Regenerist (the normal lower end one) before I switched her to Clinique (got it cheap at warehouse sale. heh.) Maybe I shall get this one for her to try when she next tells me that she’s running low on cream. 😛
ParisB says
January 28, 2010 at 4:07 pmDon’t you love it when our Moms are at our mercy as to what to use? 😉
Syen says
January 28, 2010 at 4:51 pmThanks for your mom’s review Peebs! I’ve been scouting around for a moisturiser for me moms. LOL. Very timely. And glad to know it works for her. I bought TBS Wise Woman for her to try, but apparently it didn’t work for her, and she hated it. Oh well, we’ll give Olay a spin then. =P
Jamilla Camel says
January 28, 2010 at 6:13 pmI think this is an outstanding cream!! It’s great for anyone with dry skin and fine lines, no matter what your age!
Shay says
January 28, 2010 at 9:54 pmI tried the tester at Watsons/Guardian. A bit thick to me as I usually don’t use creams. I’m more of a gel person.
But I decided to give this range a chance and got the eye serum as I have sprout lines at my undereye. The lines are a wee little bit less obvious. But I do need to use a moisturising eye balm to sort of plump it out. hahaha…hope my undereye area will continue to improve.
Connie says
January 28, 2010 at 11:28 pmThanks to you and your mom for the review! I think I’ll get my mom a tub to try 🙂
All Women Stalker says
February 12, 2010 at 10:52 pmActually Olay products are way cheaper compared to other brands… plus it works well too
Sugar says
April 27, 2010 at 6:16 pmi just spent almost 1k on Dior stuff for my mummy, but after reading this i might wanna try this for her too! and i agree with paris on both things
1. olay makes my skin have a pimples fiesta!
2. never stray too far from what ur skin likes. for me it’s Dior and Lancome. sigh, poor me. and i MEAN poor me.
ParisB says
April 27, 2010 at 6:20 pmLucky for you its not liking La Prairie! 😀 That would really be POOR you 😉
Monkey says
November 12, 2010 at 1:57 pmDid anybody try their new whitening cream in Greenish jar? Dunno whether its good or not?