Super Serum — Reddit Reviews
by Olay
Updated October 10, 2026
Niacinamide, vitamin C, and lactic acid for brighter, smoother skin; stings some people.
What the community says
A thin, quick-absorbing serum with niacinamide, 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid, and lactic acid. Redditors use it for brighter, more even-looking skin, but fragrance and sting make it rough for reactive faces.
What this means for you
Backed by 15 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare, r/SkincareAddiction and 2 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
- Thin serum that disappears fast
- Vitamin C plus niacinamide for glow
- Sensitive-skin fans still reach for it
Watch out for
Product details
Skin type data limited
Where to buy
What the science says
Acne
Some evidence
Niacinamide: 6 studies tested it on its own. See all 17 studies
Hyperpigmentation
Some evidence
Niacinamide: 5 studies tested it on its own. See all 20 studies
Skin Barrier
Not proven yet
Few or mixed studies. This claim isn't established.
Niacinamide: 1 study tested it on its own. See all 17 studies
Research context, not treatment advice. Studies are about the ingredient, not necessarily this exact product.
Real Reddit threads — 19 mentions across 15 threads
Olay Super Serum on Reddit, in one place — 15 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare, r/SkincareAddiction and 2 more, summarized.
“2) Olay Super Serum”
Positive
“Night routine: Wash with CeraVe Foaming Cleanser and then use Olay Super Serum Night plus CeraVe Retinol”
Positive
“But here it is:”
Positive
“2. Olay Super Serum”
Positive
“Night routine: Wash with CeraVe Foaming Cleanser and then use Olay Super Serum Night plus CeraVe Retinol.”
Positive
“Your previous post inspired me to use the super serum but I think I hate it haha”
Positive
“Before I was hell bent on trying olay super serum cream and one use is what caused my flare up.”
Cautionary
“I’ve switched to using centella serum and La roche posay lotion and it’s been going pretty well.”
Cautionary
“Stay away from heavy and scented products.”
Cautionary
“My immediate guess was a dupe for the Olay Super Serum based on the packaging!!”
Mentioned
“Is anyone familiar with this new Dewy Skin Serum and whether it might be a dupe for any existing products out there?”
Mentioned
“Photo is not mine.”
Mentioned
“I alternate between two different Olay ones for my neck at night and love them.”
Positive
“But yeah, the Super Olay one is great,”
Positive
“I actually go down to my chest and shoulders too.”
Positive
“Olay Super Serum is an excellent option in the same price bracket as these.”
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