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Why Night Creams Are An Important Part Of Your Skincare

Table of Contents

Why Do You Need Night Cream?
Difference Between Night Cream and Moisturizer
Why is Night Cream Important?
How to Choose the Right Night Cream for Your Skin?
Now You Know
FAQ’s

If you have skipped making space for a night cream at your vanity, then you're not the only one. Night creams are often overlooked and replaced with regular moisturizers. But there are many benefits of applying night creams. They are just as crucial as all the other skincare products. They keep your skin moisturized while it heals itself overnight so that when you run and look at yourself in the mirror you see an improved skin appearance.

If you're interested in incorporating night creams to your routine, then this blog will convince you on the importance of night creams and why they are a need for your skin. We’ll also give you an idea of how to choose the right night cream for your skin, so read till the end to find out!

Why do you need Night Cream?

The production of collagen in our body slows down after our mid 20’s. Collagen is a protein that provides structure and strength to your skin. With depleting collagen production, your skin becomes thinner, less firm and may form wrinkles easily. This can allow the environment to cause more damage to the skin. To avoid a lack of collagen in your body, a nighttime skincare routine is essential.

At night our skin goes through a self-renewal process that heals all skin damage and promotes cell turnover. Using a night cream can help protect your skin and support in the skin repair process. Night creams contain more concentrated ingredients like retinol, peptides or antioxidants that treat specific skin concerns and improve skin's texture.

What is the difference between night cream and moisturizer?

Moisturizers or day creams are meant to be used during the day when your skin is exposed to the sun's rays. Moisturizers play the role of keeping your skin barrier intact and preventing the skin's encounters with environmental pollutants like dirt and dust. They also help retain water in the skin and keep it well hydrated through the day.

On the other hand, night creams are rich and packed with active ingredients that assist the skin with its cell repair and rejuvenation. Most ingredients used in night creams are photosensitive which makes night creams ideal to use after dark. They provide your skin with multiple benefits while you sleep through the night.

Why is Night Cream important?

You wake up to rejuvenated skin

While you're in dreamland, the skin goes through self-renewal every night to undo the tiredness of the day. Night creams are formulated with ingredients that help and enhance this natural process. One such ingredient is Vitamin C which provides nutrients to the skin and reduces pigmentation. This potent ingredient is effective at restoring the skin's natural glow.

Your skin is hydrated through the night

Wouldn't you also want to wake up to a plump and moisturized face? Night creams are the secret behind refreshed morning skin. Glycerin is a key ingredient in attracting water to your skin. It replenishes hydration and seals it in to keep your skin supple.

Makes your skin look young

Aging is inevitable but it is still possible to slow down your skin's aging with the help of night creams. Anti-aging night creams are formulated to boost collagen production and maintain firm and elastic skin. Collagen also increases cell turnover which reveals a bright and fresh skin. Night creams can significantly improve the appearance of your skin.

Repairs the days damage on your skin

Your skin goes through a lot during the day such as the city's pollution, cosmetic chemicals or exposure to UV rays. All these factors can have a negative impact on your skin and cause damage. At night the skin heals all these damages and night creams support this reparation process.

How to choose the right Night Cream for your skin?

Night Cream for Dry Skin

Flaky and dehydrated skin needs a rich and nourishing night cream that will provide extra moisture and soothe skin inflammation allowing a better restoration process. You should choose a night cream that will replenish your skin while you sleep. Dry skin is also more prone to forming wrinkles and fine lines which needs an anti-aging night cream with peptides to promote collagen production and reduce signs of aging.

Night Cream for Oily Skin

Oily skin also needs hydration like other skin types but you need to be careful when picking up a night cream for your oily skin. You need to choose a lightweight, oil-free or non-comedogenic night creams that won't clog your pores or feel too heavy on your face. Look for hyaluronic acid or glycolic acid infused creams that gently hydrate the skin, do not leave any oily residue and prevent breakouts on the face.

Night Cream for Combination Skin

Combination skin means an oily T-zone and comparatively dry areas on other parts of the face. This leads to your skin dealing with more skin issues. Thus it needs a night cream rich with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory ingredients such as niacinamide or vitamin C . A night cream with a gel formulation can prove helpful to keep your skin balanced and nourished overall.

Night Cream for Mature Skin

Skin that has become weak with age needs a boost of nourishment and anti-aging action. A night cream containing glycerin helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and make skin smooth. Ingredients such as collagen, peptides, retinol, essential oils or vitamins infused in night creams can help your skin regain its youthfulness and look revitalized.

Now you know,

Night creams are a key component in helping your skin stay moisturized through the night which can significantly boost your skin's health. Night creams also target skin concerns like dullness, aging, dehydration, skin damage and more. The type of night cream formulation you use depends on your skin type and its needs.

Knowing the significance of night creams can help you make the right choice and take extra care of your skin.

FAQ’s

What is night cream?

Night creams are special moisturizers designed for the night. It has a richer and thicker texture than regular moisturizers which thoroughly hydrates and nourishes the skin while you sleep.

How to use night cream?

The correct way to use night creams to first clean your face and use a toner to remove all impurities from the skin. Then apply the night cream and massage it into your skin.

Can we use night cream in day?

It is recommended to not use night creams during the day because they are thick and heavy which can feel greasy and cause clogged pores.

Should I wash my face in the morning after using night cream?

Yes! You should wash your face in the morning regardless of if you have applied a night cream overnight. This helps remove any residue or accumulation and freshens the skin.