Vitamin C Face Moisturiser Day Cream SPF30

sunscreen · 50 ml · Sun care

Olay Vitamin C Face Moisturiser Day Cream SPF30 is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 31-ingredient list, with niacinamide, glycerin and vitamin c. 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 Face Moisturiser Day Cream SPF30

Niacinamide
Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.
Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
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

31 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…
2OctocryleneOctocrylene is a synthetic, oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs UVB and some UVA…Chemical UV filters
3Zea Mays Starch
4HomosalateChemical UV filters
5NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
6GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
7Ethylhexyl SalicylateEthylhexyl Salicylate is an oil-soluble UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet B rays and…Chemical UV filters
8Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, also called avobenzone, is a chemical sunscreen filter…Chemical UV filters
9DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
103-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
11PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
12Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
13Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin 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.…
19Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
20Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
21Behenyl AlcoholBehenyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol, a waxy solid that softens skin and hair…
22Arachidyl Alcohol
23Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
24PEG-100 Stearate
251.2-Hexanediol
26Sodium Polyacrylate Starch
27PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
28ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
29LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
30LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
31CitronellolCitronellol 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-cream-spf/vitamin-c-face-moisturise, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	Contains	Parfum (#28)
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	Contains	Limonene (#29), Linalool (#30), Citronellol (#31)
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	Contains	Dimethicone (#9), Dimethiconol (#14)
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	Contains	Octocrylene (#2), Homosalate (#4), Ethylhexyl Salicylate (#7), Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (#8)

Frequently asked questions

Is Olay Vitamin C Face Moisturiser Day Cream SPF30 fragrance-free?

No. Olay Vitamin C Face Moisturiser Day Cream SPF30 contains Parfum (ingredient 28 of 31).

Does Olay Vitamin C Face Moisturiser Day Cream SPF30 contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Olay Vitamin C Face Moisturiser Day Cream SPF30 good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Glycerin, Vitamin C and Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).