I rolled my eyes at another “sleeping serum” that costs more than my weekly groceries. Temple Spa sent this over and I shoved it in a drawer for two months.
Then I woke up from a nap and caught my reflection — skin looked like I’d actually slept 8 hours instead of 4. That’s when I started the 30-day test.
It’s $98 for 30ml. A night serum that claims to “reset your skin’s natural rhythm.” I’m a sucker for anything that promises to fix my terrible sleep habits with a bottle.
Texture
Thick gel that melts into nothing in about 12 seconds. No sticky pillow situation.
Smell
Smells like a spa lobby — lavender and something herbal. Not overpowering.
Application
Three drops for whole face. I’ve been using five because I’m greedy.
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Nothing revolutionary here — but the combo is smart. They’re not reinventing skincare, just stacking the right stuff. Here’s what’s doing the heavy lifting:
- Retinol: Smooths texture while you snore
- Vitamin C: Brightens without the morning sting
- Hyaluronic Acid: Plumps fine lines overnight
- Squalane: Locks everything in without clogging pores
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First touch: it’s surprisingly lightweight. I expected a heavy night cream feel, but it sinks in like water. My skin felt cool and bouncy — not greasy.
Week 2 I woke up with a small breakout on my chin. Almost quit. Week 3 my skin evened out and that weird roughness around my nose disappeared. Never got the “glow” people rave about — but my skin looked rested. That’s more honest.
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After 30 days: my fine lines looked softer, not gone. Pores stayed the same size. Skin tone was more even — that’s the real win. Didn’t fix my dark circles though (nothing does except sleep).
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It’s a good serum that does exactly what it says — just don’t expect a miracle. Your skin will look calmer and more even, but you’ll still need concealer.