Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Anti-Aging UV Moisturizer SPF 15 1.7oz

This weekend, I saw the Olay at my local warehouse store (3.4fl oz/100ml size) and decided to give it a try. I was pleasantly surprised by the results! My skin now feels soft and moisturized. I will continue using this product because it is fragrance free (so is Clinique), but in additon: oil-free and has SPF-15.


Very smooth   June 13, 2006
Julia (New England)
18 out of 18 found this review helpful

I had severe acne as a teenager and now that I'm in my 30's I have an occasional breakout. I would always read in the beauty magazines that you should apply a moisturizer on your face but I was reluctant because of my acne-prone skin. I'm not sure why I decided to give Olay Total Effects a try but I am so glad I did. I have been using it every day for over a year now. It does not make my skin breakout at all (a big plus in my book). It makes my skin very smooth and gives me that "dewy" look. It also helps my foundation look more natural looking because the moisturizer is so hydrating. I also like the fact that it protects my skin from the sun.

I would definately recommend this product to anyone looking for a moisturizer. Despite it's high price (compared to other brands) it's definately worth it.


This lotion saved my face, can't recommend it enough.   March 3, 2007
a Reader (SoCal)
18 out of 19 found this review helpful

In my late twenties, I tried just about every moisturizer I could find including rarified ingredient boutique lotions but my skin remained dry, hot, itchy, flaky, and I was seeing laugh lines around my eyes. I was about to give up hope until my mother, who likes to shop at dollar stores, came to visit and bought me this at the full $20 price. I have been using Oil of Olay Total Effects ever since. I am hesitant to even try the regenerist because I like this so well. On the occasions I do try other lotions, they never measure up.

My skin thanked me after the first application. After a few days, it looked better, was less red, less chapped. Within a month or two (or less, I don't remember after 7 years) I had no lines near my eyes, my skin feels soft and comfortable unless I abuse it. When I abuse it, this lotion makes it feel better. People consistently guess my age to be 5-8 years younger than I am even though I have grey hair. While they swear it's not because of the immaturity, it's either that or OoO T.E. lotion.

I almost never need more than a tiny amount the size of a pencil eraser to cover my face, neck and hands. (Keep the cap or it dries out.) I use this UV version in the morning and a non-UV version at night. I recommend it to anyone looking for a facial moisturizer that works as good or better than advertised. Absolutely worth the money.


works well in winter and on eczema and dry skin   January 19, 2005
E. Raposa (New York, USA)
10 out of 11 found this review helpful

I used Aveeno moisturizer and thought I would try something new. I have eczema on my face (around my eyes, nose and mouth) in the winter and have no signs of it after a few days. My skin is very sensitive, and have experienced burning with other products, but not this one. I sinks in quickly and is not greasy feeling or heavy, yet strong enough to tackle dry skin. I highly recommend it.


Not so easy living without!   October 13, 2008
L. Parker (Washington, DC - Area)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful

I've been using this lotion for at least 5 years now... can't remember exactly when I started or how I was introduced but ever since, I've been using it! It's the perfect combination of moisturizer and SPF protection for everyday use. (I always use something stronger than SPF 15 on my face when at the beach or spending a lot of time in the sun of course.) It moisturizes beautifully and doesn't leave your face feeling slimy and oily during the day. I apply it after cleaning my face in the morning and let it soak in while brushing my teeth before applying makeup for the day. If I'm not wearing a full load of makeup, i.e. foundation, I usually follow it up with a few brushstrokes of Benefit's face powder such as Dandelion or Georgia for a quick and easy out-the-door look. I was recently in Tanzania for research and mistakenly thought I would be able to find a bottle somewhere along the way. Although there were many other Olay products available in the area I was unable to find this one. What a difference four months without this little gem made. I could see and feel the difference in my skin - it wasn't as smooth and clear as usual and the affects of the sun on my face without the daily facial sunscreen was undeniably noticeable. I tried to use regular lotion and a sunscreen during this time period of course but in confession, the days I was only in the office I sometimes avoided the greasy mess of regular sunscreen on my face which means I was exposed during lunch breaks and the walk to and from work. And yes, it made a difference. I was so happy to be with my Olay moisturizer again once back home and won't be found without it again! I have tried several other moisturizers with and without an SPF, expensive and cheap, and even other Olay products but always I come back to this one!