Skyn ICELAND might not enjoy the same instant name recognition as some legacy giants yet it consistently wins quiet applause from beauty insiders for spotlighting Nordic botanicals and stress targeted formulas that feel equal parts science and spa. In other words the brand has earned a reputation for sensible luxury without the fluff.
Enter the Oxygen Infusion Night Cream, a title that sounds a bit like something your dermatologist would prescribe for a trip to the moon. According to Skyn ICELAND this overnight treatment harnesses Ice Age surviving Saponaria Pumila stem cells plus a silicone mimicking agave extract to pep up tired skin while micro encapsulated oxygen boosts renewal during sleep. The promise is straightforward: wake up to a face that looks brighter smoother and better rested.
I slathered my complexion in the pale lavender cream every evening for a full two weeks following the recommended warm up between palms and gentle patting ritual, paying close attention to texture fine lines and any signs of irritation. The goal was simple: figure out if this jar deserves a spot on your nightstand or stays in the realm of pretty marketing copy.
Disclaimer: this is not a paid or sponsored review. All observations are my own and results will naturally differ based on individual skin types sensitivities and routines.
What Is Oxygen Infusion Night Cream?
Oxygen Infusion Night Cream is an overnight treatment from Skyn Iceland meant to be applied as the final step before sleep. Overnight treatments sit heavier than typical moisturizers and rely on the skin’s natural nighttime repair cycle, giving active ingredients several uninterrupted hours to hydrate, calm and reinforce the barrier.
This formula centers on two botanicals called out by the brand. Saponaria Pumila stem cells, taken from a hardy Alpine flower, are included for their reported ability to prompt fresh cell turnover. Gosulin Agave, a plant based silicone stand-in, aims to create a smooth, softly plumped surface. These are joined by micro encapsulated oxygen plus a mix of humectants, emollients and antioxidant rich oils intended to counter the dull, flaky or congested look that often tags along with stressed skin.
Usage is straightforward: warm a small amount between the palms to activate the capsules, then pat the cream over face and neck. A gentle flush of heat is expected and signals the formula getting to work while you get to sleep.
Did It Work?
In the interest of science I benched my usual overnight cream for a few days before starting Oxygen Infusion Night Cream, which felt very lab-coat official even if the rest of my routine involved fuzzy socks and late-night streaming. Fourteen nights felt like a fair window to judge whether the jar could pull stressed skin back from the brink.
Nights one through three were all about texture. The cream melted after the prescribed palm warm-up and patted on with a pleasant slip that stopped short of feeling greasy. I noticed the promised mild warmth, no stinging. By morning my face looked hydrated and a tad smoother around the laugh lines but any new glow was, at best, the kind that lasts until the caffeine kicks in.
Midweek I paid extra attention to congestion along my chin, a usual hot spot when formulas run heavy. Happy surprise: no fresh bumps, although existing whiteheads behaved like stubborn houseguests who refuse to leave. Redness around my nose did calm down and makeup sat a bit more evenly thanks to the agave-powered silkiness.
The final stretch brought incremental gains. My skin held moisture comfortably through cool nights, flakes on the forehead disappeared and there was a soft-focus quality under bathroom lighting that I credit to the silicone-alternative finish. What I did not see was the dramatic brightening or line-plumping implied by the marketing. Friends commented that I looked “well rested” but no one guessed I had swapped products which tells me the shifts were subtle.
So, did it work? Partly. Oxygen Infusion Night Cream delivered reliable hydration, a calmer surface and zero irritation which is no small feat. It did not, however, transform texture or radiance enough to dethrone my current nighttime favorite. I will gladly finish the jar yet I am not racing to repurchase once it is empty.
Oxygen Infusion Night Cream’s Main Ingredients Explained
The star of the show is Saponaria Pumila stem cell extract, a hardy Alpine flower with research pointing to better cell renewal and resilience. In practice it acts a bit like a personal trainer for sluggish skin, nudging turnover so dull patches shed more efficiently. Tagging along is Gosulin Agave, a plant based silicone substitute that creates that instant silky finish without the occlusive feel some true silicones leave behind. Together they aim for smoother texture and a faint plumping effect that becomes more noticeable after several nights of use.
Hydration comes from multiple angles. Caprylic/capric triglyceride and squalane mimic natural sebum so the barrier feels comforted rather than smothered. Glycerin and pentylene glycol pull water into the upper layers while ceramide NP helps lock it there which explains why the cream still feels present come morning. If your skin leans oily the inclusion of caprylic/capric triglyceride and hydrogenated olive oil derivatives may raise a brow as they can be mildly comedogenic for some people. Comedogenic means an ingredient has the potential to clog pores leading to blackheads or breakouts though tolerance varies widely from one face to another.
Antioxidant back-up arrives via cloudberry seed oil, cranberry seed oil and green tea extract, all rich in protective polyphenols that fend off the free radical damage linked to dullness and early lines. Willow bark brings a natural source of salicylates that gently refine pores overnight while thyme, lavender and bergamot extracts add a light botanical scent with subtle antimicrobial benefits. The formula is preserved with phenoxyethanol plus a radish root ferment so no parabens show up on the label.
Good news for plant-based shoppers: the ingredient list is free of animal byproducts making the cream suitable for both vegans and vegetarians. Expect a slight herbal aroma rather than a synthetic perfume since the scent comes from the extracts themselves. Those sensitive to essential oils should patch test first because the blend does include bergamot and eucalyptus which can tingle on reactive skin.
A quick word on pregnancy safety. The presence of willow bark (a salicylic acid precursor) and several essential oils puts this formula in the “ask your doctor first” category if you are pregnant or nursing. When in doubt defer to medical advice before introducing any new active-rich topical during this time.
Lastly there is no added mineral oil, formaldehyde releasers or cyclic silicones which is in line with the brand’s clean positioning though the cream does contain alcohol in a low concentration that could be drying for very compromised barriers. Overall the ingredient roster balances nature and lab smartly yet leans richer than the airy marketing copy might suggest so combination skins may prefer it in cooler months.
What I Liked/Didn’t Like
Here is the quick take after two weeks of nightly use.
What Works Well:
- Locks moisture in through the night so skin feels comfortably hydrated at sunrise without a greasy film
- Reduces redness and flakiness enough that makeup goes on smoother the next morning
- Vegan formula free of parabens and cyclic silicones which will please ingredient hawks
What to Consider:
- Improvements in brightness and fine lines are modest and may not justify the premium price for results seekers
- Rich texture could feel heavy on very oily or humid-weather skin types
- The mild warming sensation is harmless but might unsettle those with highly reactive skin
My Final Thoughts
After fourteen nights the verdict feels clear cut: Oxygen Infusion Night Cream is a solid workhorse rather than a headline act. It kept dehydration lines from deepening, soothed the occasional flare of redness and never once clogged a pore yet it stopped shy of the show-stopping luminosity its icy-survivor backstory seems to promise. I would happily tag it with a respectable 7/10 for consistency, comfort and clean formulation momentum.
So who should scoop up a jar? Anyone with normal to slightly dry skin that craves overnight cushioning without waking to an oil slick will likely enjoy its plush yet breathable finish. Sensitive types who fear essential oils might proceed with caution although my reactive cheeks stayed calm. If your primary mission is aggressive wrinkle smoothing or dramatic brightening you may want to keep browsing.
Would I recommend it to a friend? Yes, but with the caveat that expectations stay realistic. I have rotated through more night creams than I care to admit and Oxygen Infusion earns a place in the “reliable but not irreplaceable” column. Speaking of replacements, a few tried-and-tested alternatives spring to mind. Nocturnal Revive Cream by Deascal is my pick for an all-rounder that nails hydration, barrier support and value in one unapologetically unfancy tub. If you lean toward lighter textures the Squalane + Ectoin Overnight Rescue by BIOSSANCE delivers bounce and calm in a virtually weightless gel cream. Fans of richer spa-like indulgence could explore Pro-Collagen Night Cream by ELEMIS which rivals a plush duvet for the face. Finally those chasing a gentle resurfacing glow might appreciate Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment by Glow Recipe which pairs pillow-proof hydration with a subtle morning radiance. I have logged at least a fortnight with each and can vouch for their strengths.
Before I sound like an over-protective parent a quick reminder: patch test any new formula, especially if you know your skin likes to throw tantrums. Keep in mind that overnight creams are not magic wands; benefits fade if you abandon ship so consistency remains key.