Introduction
Novage+ may not yet be a household name, but within skincare circles it has earned a reputation for blending lab driven actives with a quietly luxurious sensibility. The brand positions its new Restore Multi-Recover Night Cream as the ultimate overnight multitasker, promising to feed mature skin while addressing the hormonal shifts that tend to sabotage firmness and bounce.
The name is a bit of a mouthful, almost as though it wants to assure you it can do everything short of tucking you into bed. According to Novage+, the formula pairs its headline Bio-Regen complex with Bio CeramidesPro and classic shea butter to replenish lipids, spark hyaluronic acid production and coax a more defined contour in as little as a week. One sleep in, they say, you should wake to skin that feels smoother, looks rested and carries a subtle velvety finish.
Marketing promises are one thing, real life at 11 p.m. after a long day is another. So I spent a solid two weeks applying Restore Multi-Recover Night Cream nightly, keeping the rest of my routine pared back, to gauge just how transformative this butter rich formula really is and whether it earns a spot in your bathroom cabinet.
What is Restore Multi-Recover Night Cream?
Restore Multi-Recover Night Cream belongs to the overnight treatment category, a group of products designed to work while you sleep when skin is naturally in repair mode. Overnight treatments are typically richer than daytime moisturisers because they do not have to layer under makeup or sunscreen, so they deliver a concentrated hit of lipids and actives without daytime wear constraints.
This cream takes aim at what Novage+ calls hormonal skin ageing, the drop in collagen, ceramides and elasticity that often accompanies midlife hormonal changes. Its formula relies on three key technologies: Bio-Regen, a complex that signals the skin to encourage regeneration; Bio CeramidesPro, which replaces lost ceramides and nudges cells to make more hyaluronic acid; and shea butter, a classic emollient that seals moisture and guards against overnight water loss. The brand claims that with consistent nightly use skin should feel smoother after one sleep and show firmer contours after a week, positioning the product as both a comfort moisturiser and a targeted anti ageing step.
Did it work?
In the name of science I parked my usual overnight treatment for a few days before cracking this open, which felt very rigorous for someone who still googles how to spell “hyaluronic”. Fourteen nights struck me as a fair stretch to judge results so I kept the rest of my evening lineup simple: gentle cleanse, a water based serum then a chickpea sized dab of Restore spread in slow circular motions.
Night one was all about first impressions. The cream melted quickly and the saffron tinged scent faded before my head hit the pillow. By morning my face felt cushioned, the kind of plumpness you get after a sheet mask, and there was a soft focus finish that made skipping foundation feel less reckless. So far so good.
Days four through seven showed the formula’s real personality. Dry patches around my chin stopped flaking and the tightness I sometimes feel after cleansing never showed up. I would love to say my jawline suddenly snapped into sharper relief but the promised contour lift stayed shy. What did register was a bit more spring when I pinched my cheeks and a smoother glide when applying sunscreen, suggesting a bump in hydration and barrier repair.
By the end of week two the gains plateaued. Fine lines looked slightly blurred in morning light yet deeper creases were unchanged. I also noticed a couple of tiny congestion bumps on my forehead; nothing dramatic but proof that richer textures can still overstay their welcome on combination skin even when labeled non-comedogenic. The fragrance continued to behave, never veering into headache territory.
So did it work? If the goal is overnight comfort and a silkier surface, absolutely. If you are banking on a noticeably firmer profile in a fortnight you may be underwhelmed. While I will not be retiring my current night cream, I can see myself dipping back in when winter or a long-haul flight leaves my skin crying out for extra nourishment.
Main ingredients explained
Front and center is the brand’s Bio-Regen complex, a lab blend anchored by Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract and oat kernel extract. Yeast ferments are loved for delivering amino acids and B vitamins that gently coax cell renewal while oat calms reactivity, so this pairing aims to smooth texture without stirring up irritation. Close behind is Bio CeramidesPro, essentially a modern ceramide cocktail supported by hydrogenated lecithin that plugs the tiny mortar-like gaps between skin cells. By topping up those lipids and nudging skin to make more of its own hyaluronic acid, the cream helps your barrier stay intact which is why dry patches quiet down after a few nights.
Traditional nourishment comes from shea butter, marula seed oil and glycerin. Shea brings occlusive heft that locks in water but its richness gives it a moderate comedogenic rating, meaning it can occasionally clog pores in very congestion-prone skin. Dimethicone and its lighter cousin dimethiconol add the silky glide that makes the cream feel instantly cushiony; both sit on skin rather than sink in so they rarely trigger breakouts. Vitamin E shows up as tocopheryl acetate for antioxidant support while menthol and the saffron-toned fragrance provide that brief spa-like inhale before bed. Dyes (CI 77891 and friends) create the subtle tint and do not affect performance though ultra sensitive users often prefer dye-free options.
Because the formula contains beeswax it is vegetarian friendly but not strictly vegan. It is labeled non-comedogenic yet anyone prone to milia or forehead bumps should patch test given the buttery texture. No retinoids or high-dose acids appear on the INCI list which is reassuring for expectant mothers, but fragrance, colorants and the general shift in skin sensitivity during pregnancy mean you should still run any new topical past your doctor first. Finally, with no volatile alcohols or parabens the overall ingredient story skews gentle making Restore a safe bet for most skin types apart from those who cannot tolerate scented creams.
What I liked/didn’t like
Here is the straightforward pros and cons rundown after nightly use.
What works well:
- Delivers an immediate surge of moisture that lingers until morning so dry patches settle quickly
- Melts in faster than most richer creams and leaves a soft velvet finish that layers well under next day sunscreen
- Fragrance is present yet subtle and did not trigger irritation even on sensitive nights
- Barrier supporting blend of ceramides, marula oil and vitamin E helps skin feel stronger within a week
What to consider:
- Contour lifting claims are modest in real life so those chasing visible firming may be left wanting
- Rich texture can nudge congestion on combination or oily zones with continuous use
- Price sits at the higher end of mid range which may feel steep for results that plateau after two weeks
My final thoughts
Finding the right overnight treatment can feel like speed dating in dim lighting: a lot of hopeful promises and a 7 a.m. reckoning. After two weeks of diligent use I can say Restore Multi-Recover Night Cream delivers reliable comfort and a more supple surface, particularly for dry or hormonally shifting skin that craves lipid support. Its anti ageing claims are less headline worthy in practice; firmness does inch forward but not at the dramatic pace marketing suggests. If you are after deep nourishment with a side of gentle smoothing this earns a solid 7/10 from me. More contour or rapid wrinkle reduction seekers may want something punchier. I would recommend it to friends who prefer a plush feel at night and have normal to dry skin, while combination or congestion prone pals might want to proceed with a lighter hand or use it seasonally.
For those curious about other options I have enjoyed Nocturnal Revive Cream by Deascal which behaves like a one-and-done problem solver across skin types and feels impressively priced for its performance. Cica Calming Overnight Face Mask by Q+A is great when my barrier needs extra soothing without extra weight. On nights when I want a stronger rejuvenating push I reach for Retinal Night Cream by African Botanics whose next-day glow is hard to beat. If brightness is the goal Overnight Glow Serum by Pixi layers effortlessly and leaves skin looking refreshed by morning.
Before you slather anything new please patch test first (sorry for sounding like an over-protective parent). Remember that consistent use keeps the benefits rolling and any improvements will fade if the jar gathers dust. Good luck and may your pillow be kind to your face.