We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Sleep may be free, but great skin takes a little investment. So while you're dreaming about running away to Tuscany or that boy you matched with on Hinge (guilty), your face is quietly clocking in for the night shift.
Repairing and renewing with the help of the right night cream—because the right one can turn those eight hours of unconsciousness into a full-blown glow-up, coaxing out collagen and smoothing the fine lines that betray our Netflix habits. Of course, you could just use a moisturizer, but a night cream is richer, often filled with firming and plumping ingredients that work best overnight. Not sure which is for you?
Fear not, because there's a night cream out there for everyone, whether you've got dry skin, wrinkles, dark spots, or anything in between. To help you find your perfect match, I’ve rounded up the best night creams for all skin types and concerns. So, consider the following your skin's version of a silk pillowcase: indulgent, effective, and worth every last dreamy drop.
My aesthetician, Madalaina Conti, first recommended this for me. I love it not only for acne, but it helps with my tight, flaky skin that I get in the winter months. When I use this overnight, it brings back all the plumpness and hydration.
When I’m really dry, I’ll put on a thick layer like a mask and sleep in it.”—JASMINE HYMAN, ASSISTANT BEAUTY EDITOR “I understand the purpose of a night cream is to be thick and cocoon-like on your face. But when you want all the moisture without your face sticking to your pillow, this ‘cloud cream’ from Kiehl’s is perfect. It’s got a whipped texture that feels really light, yet it’s packed with squalane, rich lipids, and shea butter.”—BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITOR “The fine lines around my eyes look less noticeable, and my under-eyes suddenly seems like I’m getting sleep again.
I’m 29 and starting to think about taking extra care of my eyes and neck, so I’ve been focusing on those two areas every night for the last two months. And I really notice a difference. My eyes look brighter and more awake in the morning, and my under-eye bags aren’t as prominent.”—BG “If you have super dry skin and suffer from redness and irritation, this is the night cream for you.
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