Which is better for oily skin?

The Olay gel. Its gel texture is lighter and less likely to feel greasy, while the Round Lab cream is richer and better suited to dry skin.

Which is better for sensitive skin?

The Round Lab is labeled hypoallergenic and aimed at all skin types, but the Olay is explicitly fragrance-free. If fragrance is your trigger, pick Olay; if you want a soothing cream, pick Round Lab.

Both are regular-size jars. The cream is typically used in smaller amounts per application, so it may last slightly longer, but usage varies by skin type and season.

Is the Round Lab worth the extra cost?

Only if you want a richer cream with birch sap and panthenol. Check the live price gap on Deal.ai; if the Olay is much cheaper and your skin is oily, the gel is the better value.

Can I use either at night?

Yes. The Round Lab is labeled for day and night use, including overnight. The Olay gel can also be used at night, though it is lighter than a night cream.

Do either contain niacinamide?

Olay lists niacinamide. Round Lab does not list it; its actives are birch sap, hyaluronic acid, jojoba esters and panthenol.

Olay Regenerist Hyaluronic + Peptide 24 Gel vs Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Cream

Buy the Olay Regenerist Hyaluronic + Peptide 24 Gel if you have oily or combination skin, want a fragrance-free gel that layers well under makeup, and want niacinamide in the formula. Buy the Round Lab Birch Juice Cream if you have dry or reactive skin and want a richer cream with birch sap and panthenol. The Round Lab carries a 4.8 out of 5 from 2,700 ratings; no price was given for either product, so compare live store prices on Deal.ai before you commit.

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