You know that feeling when, after a long day, you finally crawl into bed and drift off to sleep? Priceless! But while you’re sound asleep, something else is wide awake and busy working – your skin. That’s when it “steps into the spotlight”. As powerful as it is, though, it can’t do everything on its own. That’s where the quiet heroine, a night cream, comes in.
What exactly your skin does at night, and how night cream helps with that – you’ll find out below.
Can Your Skin Tell Day from Night
The body has an internal biological clock, known as the circadian rhythm, which regulates sleep-wake cycles and controls various processes in the body, including skin function. Guided by this rhythm, your skin “dances” differently by day and by night.
During the day, your skin acts as a true guardian angel. Its primary role is to protect you from free radicals, UV rays and environmental pollutants. That’s when it activates its defence mechanisms by strengthening the skin’s natural barrier.
At night, your skin enters repair mode. This is when cell regeneration intensifies, collagen and elastin production increases and any damage from the day begins to heal.
Because your skin performs different functions during the day and at night, it deserves care that aligns with its natural rhythm. That’s why your morning and evening skincare routines shouldn’t be the same.
Day and Night Cream
Alongside both established and innovative facial care products, face cream can sometimes be overlooked. But let’s not forget its importance. After all, it’s the cream that “locks in” the benefits of the products applied before it. For that reason, it certainly deserves its moment in the spotlight.
We’ve explained what your skin does throughout its circadian rhythm, and the names themselves reveal when to use day cream and when to use night cream – but exactly how do they help your facial skin each day?
Day cream is your skin’s ally in protecting against UV radiation, which is why it often includes SPF. In addition, it provides hydration, helps maintain skin elasticity and neutralises free radicals. That’s why ingredients like hyaluronic acid, panthenol, glycerin and antioxidants (such as vitamin C and green tea) are commonly found in day face creams.
On the other hand, night face cream is designed to nourish your skin and support its renewal. That’s why it has a richer, more nourishing formula, is packed with active ingredients and doesn’t contain SPF – since it’s not meant to be used during the day.
Why Is Night Cream So Important
So, night face cream is always there to support your skin and its natural renewal processes by:
- deeply hydrating, since skin loses more moisture at night;
- repairing and nourishing with active ingredients that stimulate cell regeneration;
- soothing signs of fatigue and stress;
- boosting collagen and elastin production;
- preparing your skin for a new day by strengthening its barrier.
Active Ingredients and Night Cream
At night, your skin’s barrier “loosens up” a bit more – meaning it absorbs active and nourishing ingredients more easily. That’s why it’s no coincidence that night creams often contain ingredients that support skin regeneration in various ways – retinol, AHAs, BHA, azelaic acid, ceramides, niacinamide, peptides… Since these ingredients can cause irritation when exposed to sunlight, night is the perfect time to use them, and that’s another reason why night face cream is truly a skincare heroine.
As with other facial care products, important factors to consider when choosing a night cream include your skin type, its condition and whether you’re undergoing any specific treatments. Below, we’ll share our recommendations for the best night creams based on our expertise and user feedback.
REVOLUTION PRO Miracle |
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Revolution Pro Miracle is a perfect example of a good night cream. Enriched with retinol, it boosts your skin’s natural collagen production and reduces the appearance of wrinkles. It also contains squalane, castor oil, vitamin E and coenzyme Q10, which help restore moisture and maintain the natural glow of all skin types. The cream’s effects – its incredible softness and fresh, natural radiance – have been widely praised by our users, and we couldn’t wait to try it ourselves. Believe us, this cream truly lives up to its name. |
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REVUELE Filler Night Cream |
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Revuele Nourishing Filler Night Cream is undoubtedly one of our favourites. It contains four types of hyaluronic acid, which means it hydrates the skin from the surface down to the deeper layers. As fans of hyaluronic acid ourselves, we believe this cream will feel like a true burst of freshness. It also helps restore your skin and replenish the moisture it loses overnight, while supporting elasticity. The formula also includes shea butter, macadamia oil and niacinamide. They help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, while providing additional hydration and a refreshed, healthy-looking glow. |
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REVOX B77 Just Azelaic Acid 10% |
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Revox B77 Night Serum Cream contains 10% azelaic acid, making it highly effective in targeting hyperpigmentation and acne scars. It also works as a mild exfoliant, removing dead skin cells from the surface, more gently than glycolic or salicylic acid. Thanks to its water-based formula, it has a very light, gel-like texture that spreads easily and absorbs quickly. With regular use, it helps even out the complexion and, most importantly, supports the skin’s natural cell regeneration. |
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REVUELE Anti-Redness Night Cream |
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Revuele Moisturising Night Cream is suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive skin – thanks to its fragrance-free formula. But that’s not the only reason it made our list. This cream contains ectoine, a highly valued ingredient known for its protective and soothing properties, as well as for strengthening the skin’s barrier. It also features bisabolol and allantoin to improve softness and elasticity, along with ceramides, which help protect the skin’s natural barrier and keep it well-hydrated. With this cream, skin protection is truly taken to the next level. |
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REVOX B77 Japanese Ritual |
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Revox B77 Japanese Ritual is a face cream suitable for both day and night use, as it protects against free radicals while promoting skin regeneration. Its name is infused with the magic of Japanese philosophy: careful, layered skincare focused on hydration and soothing. And traditional ingredients like cherry blossom, soybean oil and rice milk are at the heart of this approach. According to the Japanese skincare ritual, the harmony of these divine ingredients is best absorbed by gently patting the cream into your skin. |
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Do you regularly include night cream in your skincare routine? Try our favourites and share your thoughts with us in the comments.