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The best night care for your skin type
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A good night cream moisturizes and supports the skin during regeneration. We will tell you here which night care is best for your skin type.
Our skin regenerates at night and can really use an extra portion of care. Moisturizing ingredients not only ensure a fresh complexion in the morning, but also ensure that the skin remains wrinkle-free for as long as possible, because the first small wrinkles appear not least because of a shrinking moisture depot.
However, not every cream provides the desired effect. Many products contain irritating ingredients that irritate the skin instead of nourishing it. In addition, you should always choose cosmetic products that match your skin type. GALA has selected some recommended night creams for different needs.
Why should you use a night cream?
While a day cream protects our skin from environmental influences, a night cream provides an extra portion of care and supports the skin in the regeneration process. While we sleep, the skin is particularly good at absorbing nutrients and repairing minor cell damage. Rich care is just the right thing to optimally moisturize the skin while you sleep and wake up the next day with a radiant complexion. A high-quality night care should therefore definitely be integrated into the evening skin care routine.
Which night cream is the best?
Basically, avoid products that contain critical preservatives or fragrances, as these can irritate the skin and even cause allergies. If you want to use cream in an environmentally friendly way, you should make sure that the cream contains neither palm oil nor microplastics. You should also choose a cream that suits your skin type. We have selected some suitable products for different skin types.
Tip: With apps like “CodeCheck” or “ToxFox” you can easily check the ingredients of a cream with a smartphone scan.
1. Night cream for normal skin
Is your skin neither prone to pimples nor does it show dry patches? Congratulations, then you have normal skin that is relatively easy to care for. You should still use a moisturizing night care product, such as this one regenerating night cream “Basic Sensitive” by lavera. The formula with aloe vera soothes the skin and supports the regeneration process. The cream was made by Eco test rated as “very good”.
Tip: Applied a little thicker, the cream can also be used as a nourishing mask.
2. Night cream for dry skin
Dry skin becomes noticeable through a feeling of tension and rough areas and requires particularly extensive care. For example, a good choice is the Hyaluronic Night Cream by Junglück. The cream contains hyaluronic acid, argan oil and aloe vera, which replenish the skin’s moisture reserves. The cream does not contain any critical additives and can also be used for sensitive skin. Due to the high skin compatibility, it can even be used as an eye cream. Bye-bye, dryness lines!
3. Night cream for oily skin
Oily skin produces more sebum. This can clog pores and promote blemishes. A night cream for oily skin should therefore provide moisture but should not contain any fats or comedogenic oils. Instead, oily skin should be cared for with a light texture, for example with the moisturizer “Clear” by Paula’s Choice. The oil-free, lightweight lotion absorbs quickly and moisturizes without leaving the skin looking greasy or shiny.
Tip: For oily and blemished skin, regular exfoliation can help to remove dead skin cells, unclog pores and prevent pimples.
4. Night cream for sensitive skin
Sensitive skin is prone to irritation and needs mild and soothing care without harmful ingredients. The night cream “Almond Blossom” by Kneipp is free of dyes and preservatives and therefore very well tolerated by sensitive skin. Almond oil, shea butter and panthenol provide moisture and make the skin supple. From the “Almond Blossom Soft Skin” series there are other products especially for sensitive skin, for example a moisturizing mask.
5. Night cream for mature skin
With increasing age, cell renewal slows down and the skin loses moisture. To prevent the formation of wrinkles, you should definitely use a night care with plenty of moisturizing ingredients. The vegan anti-aging cream by Satin Natural contains a combination of different hyaluronic acids as well as aloe vera, coconut juice, cocoa butter and argan oil, which sustainably replenish the skin’s moisture storage.
6. Night cream for men
Men shouldn’t neglect daily skin care either. While men’s skin is thicker and contains more collagen than women’s (how unfair!), it also needs care to stay looking fresh and healthy for long. The regenerating night cream “Active Energy” by NIVEA Men Combats signs of fatigue with the help of caffeine, creatine and vitamins and provides long-lasting moisture. The light formula is quickly absorbed, non-greasy and non-shiny.
7. Night cream for rosacea
Patients with the skin disease rosacea experience redness on the nose, chin, forehead and cheeks. Depending on the severity, inflammation and cornification can also occur. The disease is chronic, but the complexion can be significantly improved with the right therapy and care. Avène’s Antirougeurs care range specifically addresses the needs of rosacea skin. The night cream Antirougeur’s Fort specifically treats red veins, insufficient skin thickness and inflammatory processes. It prevents redness and reduces existing ones. There is also a cleansing milk and a day cream from the same care line.
The general rule: For skin conditions like rosacea, you should seek individual advice from a dermatologist.
How is night cream used correctly?
First, clean your face and remove any makeup residue. You can then clarify your skin with a toner and thus prepare it for the subsequent care. If you like, you can now use a facial serum or facial oil for an extra moisture boost. Finally, apply the night cream evenly to the face and neck and massage in gently. The active ingredients contained in the cream can be absorbed overnight and ensure a pleasant feeling on the skin the next morning.
