Mini Regenerist Retinol24 +Peptide Night Moisturizer : I want to love!

I used a previous version of this cream and had no issues. I bought a new jar last month and have tried it for a whole month. I'm nearly out of the jar. It feels good when it goes on, but I'm definitely experiencing pilling. I tried everything to remedy this: using a very small amount, applying after *thoroughly* cleansing and drying, changing up the order of my routine, applying it alone, letting it dry thoroughly before letting anything touch my face... none of it worked. I wake up in the morning with white flakes and every speck of dust and dog hair in the room clinging to my skin. When applied with my fingers (I usually use a silicone applicator), the white residue would form on my hands as well. I wouldn't say I saw no results, though I do use other products in my regime, but I worry I didn't get the full benefit of the formula since it didn't seem to absorb as intended. I had absolutely no adverse reactions to the cream (my skin tolerates retinol well). I'll be changing up this part of my skincare routine, but I wish I could pinpoint why this was happening. I believe in the Olay products and wish this would work for me.