Swedish Collagen may not dominate every beauty shelf yet it has quietly gathered a loyal following for formulas that marry Scandinavian restraint with science backed ambition. The brand’s latest launch proudly wears an evening gown of a name: Deluxe Night Cream. It sounds like something one might reserve for gala nights spent in silk pajamas and honestly that theatrical flair is part of its charm.
The company promises a multitasking overnight treatment that softens early lines, props up elasticity and keeps thirsty skin quenched until morning. Bold claims, especially in a crowded anti-ageing arena. To see whether this jar truly delivers I swapped out my usual night moisturizer and devoted two full weeks to nightly applications followed by close-up mirror inspections in the cold light of day.
Before we dive into the nitty-gritty this is a completely independent review. No samples sent, no sponsored fees lurking behind the curtain. Skin is personal and results can swing wildly from one face to another so take my experience as a guide rather than gospel.
What Is Deluxe Night Cream?
Deluxe Night Cream is an overnight treatment from Swedish Collagen designed to sit on the skin while you sleep and work through the hours when cell renewal peaks. Overnight treatments differ from regular daytime moisturizers because they can lean on richer textures and actives that might feel too heavy under makeup or sunscreen yet thrive in the undisturbed night window. Their goal is to supply long lasting hydration, support repair processes and leave skin noticeably softer by morning.
This particular formula targets early signs of ageing with three main promises: it aims to lessen the look of fine lines, reinforce elasticity and keep moisture locked in until sunrise. To achieve that it combines classic emollients like shea butter with water binding humectants such as glycerin then layers in niacinamide and vitamin E for added antioxidant support. The cream is meant to be the final step after cleansing, massaged in and left untouched till morning with no rinsing required.
Did It Work?
In the spirit of rigorous at home lab work I parked my beloved ceramide night mask on a shelf for three days before cracking open Deluxe Night Cream so my skin could arrive with a clean baseline. Fourteen nights felt like a fair trial window – long enough for hydration levels to settle yet short enough to remember every observation.
Night one: two pea sized dollops warmed between palms and pressed in. The cream sits somewhere between whipped butter and custard which makes it glide easily but also leaves a noticeable film. I woke up with a pleasant sheen and none of the tightness that winter radiators usually gift me. Fine lines around my eyes looked a touch softer though that could have been the leftover occlusive layer catching the light.
By the end of the first week hydration was firmly ticked. My cheeks felt smoother through the afternoon slump when office air usually sucks me dry. I also noticed less redness around my nose perhaps thanks to the niacinamide quietly doing its job. What I did not see were dramatic shifts in firmness. Pinch tests along my jaw had the same give as before and my laugh lines, while gently blurred in the morning, reappeared by lunch.
Week two brought a tiny hiccup. The richer texture started to clog one stubborn pore on my chin resulting in a lonely but noticeable bump. I scaled back to every other night which kept hydration on track without inviting more houseguests. Skin tone remained even, lips of my marionette lines stayed slightly cushioned, yet the promises of boosted elasticity and density never truly materialised.
So did Deluxe Night Cream keep its word? Partly. It is a solid overnight moisturiser that excels at lasting nourishment and mild surface plumping. It does not, at least within two weeks, deliver the taut bounce implied by its marketing. I will finish the jar on rotation during colder months but it will not dethrone my current staple. Consider it a comfortable guest in the bathroom cabinet rather than a permanent resident.
Main Ingredients Explained
The formula opens with aloe juice, a soothing water replacement that floods skin with light hydration right from the first swipe. Caprylic/capric triglyceride and cetearyl alcohol follow as the slip agents that give the cream that custard feel while sealing moisture overnight. Though both are plant derived and generally well tolerated, they sit at a medium spot on the comedogenic scale meaning they may trap oil in very congestion prone skin. (Comedogenic simply means an ingredient can clog pores and spark breakouts.)
Shea butter and sunflower seed oil act as the heavy lifters for nourishment, stuffing the lipid barrier with fatty acids that feel particularly comforting in dry climates. Shea scores higher on that same comedogenic chart so anyone wrestling with persistent blackheads might prefer using the cream every other night. Buriti oil adds a final layer of richness and sneaks in beta carotene which can give skin a subtle glow.
Niacinamide claims the active spotlight at mid list concentration. This vitamin B3 all-rounder is prized for brightening, calming redness and strengthening the barrier so its presence explains the even tone I noticed around my nose. Tocopherol (vitamin E) partners with it as an antioxidant bodyguard, mopping up environmental stress while also stabilising the plant oils so the jar keeps its potency.
Those curious about ethics can relax: every component here is plant based which makes Deluxe Night Cream suitable for both vegans and vegetarians. There is no added fragrance, only the faint nutty scent of the natural oils, but allergy prone readers should note the inclusion of peanut alcohol and peanut glucoside. If topical peanut extracts have bothered you before steer clear.
Mom-to-be? All listed ingredients are generally regarded as safe during pregnancy yet dermatologists agree that any new topical, even a mild one, deserves a green light from your doctor first. Better to play it safe than risk a reaction when hormones already have skin in flux.
One final shout-out: the formula skips silicones and drying alcohols so it layers gracefully under an occlusive balm if you like to cocktail products at night. Just remember richer does not always mean better for every skin type so adjust frequency based on how your pores behave.
What I Liked/Didn’t Like
After two weeks of nightly use here is the straightforward rundown.
- What Works Well:
- Deep, cushiony hydration that lasts past lunchtime so dry patches stay calm.
- Niacinamide and vitamin E help even tone and dial back morning redness.
- 100% plant based formula with no added scent feels friendly for sensitive noses and vegan routines.
- What to Consider:
- Richer texture may clog congestion prone areas unless usage is kept to alternate nights.
- Creamy finish can feel heavy in humid climates or under additional occlusives.
- Lifts hydration nicely yet shows only subtle improvements in firmness which could disappoint if elasticity is your main goal.
My Final Thoughts
A good overnight treatment is a bit like a reliable nightcap: it should soothe, comfort and let you wake up feeling marginally more optimistic about the day ahead. Deluxe Night Cream delivered consistent hydration, a calmer complexion and fleeting morning plumpness so I cannot call it a lightweight. Yet after two diligent weeks my skin still behaved like a curious tourist rather than a convert at a Swedish skincare revival. The brand’s talk of firming and density feels a touch theatrical but not entirely off script; you simply need patience, perhaps a second jar and expectations set to “gentle nudge” rather than “facelift in a tub.”
If your main battle is dryness with a side quest for subtle brightening you will likely enjoy the cushy texture and niacinamide payoff. Oilier or congestion-prone complexions should treat it as an occasional pamper session, not a nightly ritual. Would I recommend it to a friend? Yes, with qualifiers: buy it for comfort not miracles. On my very official scale it lands a sturdy 7/10.
For anyone craving alternatives I have road-tested plenty. Nocturnal Revive Cream by Deascal is my current allrounder: lighter on the pores, generous on actives and kinder to the wallet. Those chasing bounce might favour LANEIGE’s Bouncy & Firm Sleeping Mask which feels like memory foam for the face. Medik8’s Intelligent Retinol Smoothing Night Cream steps up exfoliation without morning irritation if you are retinol-curious. If barrier repair tops your list, Ultra Repair Hydra-Firm Night Cream by First Aid Beauty offers a shea-rich hug minus the heaviness. All four have earned repeat spots on my nightstand.
Before you slather anything new across your cheeks remember the unglamorous basics: patch test on a discreet patch of skin, grant at least a fortnight for adaptation and keep your sunscreen game strong during the day. Sorry for sounding like an over protective parent but reactions are real and results only stick around as long as the product does. Sweet dreams and steady routines.