Vitamin C + AHA24 Day Gel Face Cream

moisturizer · 50 ml · Skincare

Olay Vitamin C + AHA24 Day Gel Face Cream is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 28-ingredient list, with niacinamide, glycerin and lactic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum), labelled fragrance allergens (Limonene, Linalool) and silicones (Dimethicone, Dimethiconol).

Contains fragrance
No essential oils
Contains labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Sulfate-free
Contains silicones
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Vitamin C + AHA24 Day Gel Face Cream

Niacinamide
Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.
Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Lactic acid (AHA)
A gentler, hydrating exfoliant.
Vitamin C
An antioxidant that brightens and evens tone.
Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)
Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.
Dimethicone
A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

28 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
3IsohexadecaneIsohexadecane is a light, synthetic branched hydrocarbon used as an emollient. Its main…Mineral oil & petrolatum
4NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
5DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
6Lactic AcidLactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, a mild acid that loosens dead skin cells and…
7Isopropyl Isostearate
8Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
9Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
103-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
11Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
12PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
13TrehaloseA plant-derived sugar, made of two glucose units, that holds water and helps keep…
14DimethiconolDimethiconol is a silicone with reactive chain ends. It forms a thin, smooth film on…Silicones
15Cetearyl GlucosideA plant-derived emulsifier made from cetearyl alcohol and glucose, a sugar. Its main…
16Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
17Stearic AcidStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
18Palmitic AcidPalmitic Acid is a natural fatty acid found in palm oil, shea butter and animal fats.…
19Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
20Behenyl AlcoholBehenyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol, a waxy solid that softens skin and hair…
21Arachidyl Alcohol
22Sodium LactateSodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, a mild alpha hydroxy acid. It mainly…
23PEG-100 Stearate
24Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
25ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
26LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
27LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
28CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Olay product page, olay.co.uk/skin-care-products/face-moisturiser/vitamin-c-aha24-day-gel, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	Contains	Parfum (#25)
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	Contains	Limonene (#26), Linalool (#27), Citronellol (#28)
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	Contains	Dimethicone (#5), Dimethiconol (#14)
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	Contains	Isohexadecane (#3)
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Olay Vitamin C + AHA24 Day Gel Face Cream fragrance-free?

No. Olay Vitamin C + AHA24 Day Gel Face Cream contains Parfum (ingredient 25 of 28).

Does Olay Vitamin C + AHA24 Day Gel Face Cream contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone, Dimethiconol). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Olay Vitamin C + AHA24 Day Gel Face Cream good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and pregnancy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Glycerin, Lactic acid (AHA) and Vitamin C.