In today’s post, I’m sharing my OSEA Dream Night Serum review.
I have been using OSEA’s products faithfully for years–they are some of my most reached-for items in my beauty cabinet and shower. (Check out my full brand review here).
When OSEA reached out about their newest product launch, the Dream Night Serum, I knew I needed to get my hands on the product right away.
In this OSEA Dream Night Serum review, I’ll walk through everything you need to know about this clean beauty brand’s latest launch: the ingredient lineup, the benefits, and my tips on how to use this serum to maximize your results.
**OSEA has generously provided me with a code for my readers to use in honor of the launch! Use RUTH2025 for 10% off your purchase even if you have shopped with my link in the past.
My OSEA Dream Night Serum Review
OSEA’s Dream Night Serum’s seaweed-infused formula combines two firming peptides with algae-derived bio-retinol. The team at OSEA formulated the serum to visibly reduce crow’s feet, fine lines, and wrinkles.
Aging doesn’t necessarily scare me–I actually love growing up and getting older–but that doesn’t mean I won’t try to do it gracefully! I love trying products that serve my skin long term, and the ingredient line up in OSEA’s Dream Night Serum was very intriguing to me.
Like I always say, if you’re looking to invest in your skin, invest in serums. Serums absorb into your skin cells better than moisturizers, so it really is the best way to get more “bang for buck” with active ingredients.
My OSEA Dream Night Serum Review – 2 Weeks Later
After using this serum every night for two weeks (yes, you can use it every night!), I am loving the results. My fine lines look smoother, and my skin is glowy and bright when I wake up in the morning.
And as the ultimate test: it’s been almost six months since my last Botox appointment. Normally, by now, I’d be clamoring to go in and get my forehead smoothed out, but so far, I’m not feeling the same sense of urgency I normally would.
I also love that the product is an aromatherapy experience which makes my nightly skincare time feel even more luxurious.
(Will plan to circle back and update this review again once more time has passed!).
Ingredients + Benefits
OSEA specifically designed this serum to treat fine lines and wrinkles of every kind, making this serum great for all ages. Here are the key ingredients:
Bio-Retinol from Green Microalgae
Potent extract derived from green microalgae that acts as a safe, stable alternative to retinol (more on this below), visibly improves lines, wrinkles and skin firmness without irritation.
Red Seaweed
Sustainably sourced Jania rubens visibly reduces the look of wrinkles and improves skin smoothness.
2 Firming Peptides
Tripeptide and tetrapeptide smooth the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Visibly reduces the appearance of deep wrinkles.
What is a bio retinol?
Traditional retinol is derived from vitamin A and is widely accepted as the most effective skincare ingredient when it comes to battling both acne and wrinkles/fine lines. Retinol exfloliates dead skin cells and boosts skin cell production and elasticity.
However, traditional retinol can be tough on sensitive skin. Traditional retinol should be used only a few times a week, and, even then, can have harsh side effects like redness, dryness, and irritation. Furthermore, pregnant and breastfeeding women are advised to not use retinoids due to potential birth defects.
Bio retinols are plant-based ingredients that emulate the effects and benefits of vitamin A without actually being derived from vitamin A like traditional retinoids.
You might have seen some of these bio retinol ingredients floating around the beauty world the past few years: bakuchiol, sea buckthorn oil, and rosehip oil are all naturally derived ingredients that achieve a similar result to traditional retinol but without all of the downsides.
True to their ocean-loving brand mission, OSEA has tapped a bio retinol source from green microalgae for the Dream Night Serum.
Consistency
The consistency of this product is a super lightweight gel serum.
Application
I use two full droppers in order to cover my entire face, neck, and chest. One thing I noticed right away about the product is that you have to apply it quickly because it does get sticky once it’s exposed to air. It takes a moment to soak in but leaves my skin feeling unbelievably soft.
Scent
OSEA’s Dream Night Serum has a subtle lavender scent. I absolutely love this and feel like the scent lends itself to a calming bedtime routine, but it is something to note if fragrance bothers you.
How to use OSEA’s Dream Night Serum
The Dream Night Serum is designed to be used every day (unlike a traditional retinol) and can even be used twice a day (AM and PM). I have been using it just at night time because my morning routine is already jam packed (lol).
I start my nighttime routine with a double cleanse. I begin with a cleansing balm to remove my makeup, SPF, and grime from the day. Then, I wash my face with OSEA’s Ocean Cleanser. This cleanser is refreshing and gently exfoliates my skin without drying it out.
Every other night, I use a toner (I like this one from Tatcha).
Then, it’s time to apply my serum. I use two droppers to cover my entire face, neck, and chest. I try to apply it quickly before it gets sticky. The serum does take a few minutes to soak in, so I use this time to, you know, brush my teeth, apply hair product, etc.
Once the serum is absorbed, I apply a moisturizer and oil. The serum pairs beautifully with its sister product, the Dream Night Cream. The Dream Night Cream shares the same active ingredient lineup and lavender scent and is really emollient–great for those with dry skin like mine.
This last step is only necessary for those with extremely dry skin (again, it’s me). I like to seal all of my skincare in with a facial oil. I love OSEA’s Dayglow Oil for this as well as Josie Maran’s Argan Oil. Oh, and can’t forget my lip mask!
Overall, I have been really impressed with this serum. I’m excited to continue to use it and will update this blog post as I experience results over the year.
Thanks for checking out my OSEA Dream Night Serum review! An enormous thank you to OSEA for sponsoring this post! As always, all opinions are my own. I may earn a small commission on purchases made through the links on my blog, at no cost to you, the reader.
**OSEA gave me a code for my readers to use in honor of the launch! Use RUTH2025 for 10% off your purchase even if you have shopped with my link in the past.
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