Dealing with stressed skin, flare-ups, and a damaged skin barrier has led me to rely on my trusty night creams to work their magic while I catch some Z’s. To be honest, I used to skip using overnight moisturizers altogether and just stuck to my daytime routine without a second thought. It was all good until I started going heavy on stuff like super-concentrated vitamin C and strong chemical exfoliants, which ended up wrecking my skin barrier and making my skin even more sensitive.
After chatting with a bunch of derms, I learned the importance of having a separate night cream for when our skin is in repair mode during the night. According to Caglar Odabasi, skin expert at Fresh UK & Europe, nighttime is when our skin is at its peak for absorbing all the good stuff it needs to recover and get ready for the next day.
Now, what’s the diff between day and night creams, you ask? How do you pick the right night cream for you? Any ingredients to steer clear of? What’s the top night cream for more mature skin? How often should you use a night cream? We’ve got the lowdown for you.
No matter your skin type, a good night cream can tackle a range of issues, from calming rosacea to smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles, and even fading dark spots. To make your life easier, we’ve rounded up the best night creams out there. Here’s the scoop.
