Introduction
Skoah has quietly earned a loyal following among skincare aficionados for its no nonsense formulations that marry spa sensibilities with solid science. If the brand has slipped under your radar consider this your friendly nudge to take notice.
The whimsically named Dream Kream sounds like something whipped up in a bedtime bakery but Skoah positions it as nothing less than the ultimate night cream. Promising to tackle dryness fine lines and general overnight blahs it leans on peptides ceramides vitamin E and soothing allantoin to deliver skin that looks refreshed come morning. The brand also highlights ProLipid 141 to shore up the moisture barrier alongside Collaxyl IS and Matrixyl Morphomics for collagen support.
Intrigued by the lofty claims I slathered it on nightly for a full two weeks to see if Dream Kream could live up to its dreamy moniker and if it deserves a spot in your bedtime rotation or just your dreams.
What is Dream Kream?
Dream Kream is an overnight treatment, which means it is designed to be applied before bed and left on while you sleep. Overnight treatments are typically richer than daytime moisturizers because skin temperature rises and water loss increases during the night; a heftier formula helps offset that loss and supports the skin’s own repair cycle. This one is positioned as a hydrating and age-supportive cream powered by a mix of peptides, ceramides, vitamin E and soothing allantoin.
The peptide blend includes Matrixyl Morphomics and Collaxyl IS, both lab-engineered chains of amino acids that aim to encourage a more resilient skin matrix. ProLipid 141, a lipid complex, works alongside ceramides to reinforce the barrier so moisture stays put. Vitamin E offers antioxidant support and allantoin provides a calming element for irritated or post-treatment skin. Taken together the formula targets dryness, fine lines and a general lack of firmness, making it a candidate for those looking to wake up with skin that feels better hydrated and slightly plumper than the night before.
Did it work?
In the name of rigorous skincare journalism I benched my usual overnight treatment for three whole days before starting Dream Kream, which felt very scientific thank you very much. Fourteen nights struck me as a fair window to see if the formula could strut its stuff, so I stuck to a simple routine: cleanse, a watery hydrating essence, then a pea sized dab of Dream Kream patted over face neck and the backs of my hands.
Night one impressed mostly with texture; the cream melted in without leaving a heavy mask and I woke up to skin that felt comfortably sealed in. No glow from the heavens yet but the usual tightness around my cheeks was gone. By the fourth night I noticed fewer flaky patches near my nostrils, a reliable barometer for how well a product traps moisture. Fine lines on my forehead looked marginally softer though lighting and optimism may have shared credit.
Halfway through the test the formula proved its biggest strength: barrier support. I had been flirting with a retinal serum that sometimes leaves me blotchy yet the expected redness never surfaced. My complexion felt calmer overall and I suspect the ceramide plus ProLipid combo for that. However the collagen boosting promises stayed largely theoretical. Any plumping effect was subtle at best and by day fourteen my expression lines remained the same familiar landmarks.
The finish leaned richer than I prefer and by the second week I spotted two tiny congestion bumps along my jaw. Nothing dramatic but enough to remind me that heavy occlusives and my combination skin have an uneasy truce. Dryer skin types might not run into this hiccup.
So did it deliver? For hydration and soothing absolutely. As a wrinkle softener it landed more in the maybe zone. I will happily use up the rest during winter but I will not be racing to repurchase when the jar runs dry. Still, if your primary concern is quenching thirsty skin while you sleep Dream Kream earns an appreciative nod.
Dream Kream’s main ingredients explained
At the heart of Dream Kream is a trio of peptides: Matrixyl Morphomics, Collaxyl IS and the tongue twisting N-prolyl palmitoyl tripeptide-56 acetate. These lab designed chains of amino acids cue skin to behave as if it were younger by nudging fibroblasts to make fresh collagen and elastin. Think of them as polite personal trainers for tired dermal cells. Results are never overnight but consistent use can help soften the look of fine lines by making the underlying support network a little springier.
Barrier care comes from ProLipid 141, a blend of cholesterol, free fatty acids and ceramides that mimics the skin’s own protective layer. By filling in micro cracks it cuts transepidermal water loss so your complexion stays comfortably hydrated until morning. Shea butter and hydrogenated polyisobutene add another cushion of occlusion that seals moisture in, though both rank around the middle of the comedogenic scale which means some acne-prone users might notice clogged pores. (Comedogenic simply means an ingredient has the potential to block follicles and trigger breakouts.)
Antioxidant support arrives via tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E) along with a cocktail of botanical extracts like ginkgo biloba and green tea. These help neutralize free radicals generated by pollution and UV exposure encountered during the day. Allantoin and oat kernel extract contribute a soothing element, making the formula particularly handy if you are dabbling in retinoids or acids that leave skin feeling delicate.
The ingredient list is free of obvious animal derivatives so vegans and vegetarians can use it without second guessing. There is no added fragrance, only a faint nutty note from the shea. Phenoxyethanol serves as the primary preservative and sits below the legal 1 percent threshold, so sensitivities are unlikely though always possible. The formula does contain several fatty alcohols (cetyl, cetearyl, behenyl) which are non drying and generally well tolerated but worth flagging if you know they disagree with you.
Pregnancy wise the cream skips retinoids, salicylic acid and high dose essential oils yet the peptide and botanical blend has not been extensively studied on expectant skin. Dermatologists usually advise erring on the side of caution, so check with your physician before slathering it on if you are pregnant or nursing. Overall Dream Kream reads like a thoughtfully layered formula that puts barrier health first, sprinkles in some collagen encouragement then rounds things out with calming plant comforts.
What I liked/didn’t like
Here’s the quick rundown after two weeks of nightly use.
What works well:
- Cushiony texture absorbs quickly yet leaves a protective seal that keeps overnight dryness in check
- Reduces morning redness and flaky spots, particularly helpful when using stronger actives like retinoids
- Fragrance free peptide blend feels gentle enough for sensitive skin while still offering barrier support
What to consider:
- Rich occlusive finish may not suit combination or acne prone complexions in humid climates
- Collagen boosting effects stay subtle so visible firmness gains may take longer than a single jar
- Sits in the mid to high price bracket compared with other peptide focused night creams
My final thoughts
Dream Kream gets plenty right. It nails overnight hydration, keeps cranky skin calm and partners well with retinoids and acids, which is exactly what I look for in an evening moisturiser. Where it falls short is visible firming; the peptides are promising but two weeks did not deliver eye popping results. That is why I am landing on a respectful 7/10. I would recommend it to friends who battle nighttime tightness or use aggressive actives and want a comforting seal, less so to anyone expecting a fast track to smoother nasolabial folds.
Finding a good overnight treatment matters because the bulk of cellular repair happens while we sleep and the right formula can help you wake up looking less like the crypt keeper. I have tested my way through more night creams and sleeping masks than I care to admit so I feel confident that Dream Kream received a fair shake. It impressed me enough to finish the jar during colder months but I will probably rotate to lighter textures once summer humidity rolls in.
If you are curious yet unsure, there are worthy alternatives. Nocturnal Revive Cream by Deascal is the one I reach for when I want a covers-all-bases cream that never feels heavy and the value for money is excellent. Cica Calming Overnight Face Mask by Q+A offers similar redness relief in a lighter gel-cream format. Pillow Glow Sleeping Mask by Nutricentials delivers a bouncy, hydrated complexion by morning and works for every skin type I have tried it on. For those chasing a gentle retinoid hit Superstar Retinol Night Oil by Pestle & Mortar layers beautifully over serums without clogging pores. I have used each of these enough times to vouch for their performance and think they represent strong alternatives depending on your needs and budget.
Before you dive in remember the usual housekeeping: patch test new products on a discreet spot for at least 24 hours (sorry for sounding like an over-protective parent). Consistency is key and any plumping or brightening you gain will fade if you abandon the routine, so keep expectations realistic and usage steady.