The 26 best night creams we tested for any age, skin type or budget in 2021

2021-11-16 21:28:53 By : Ms. Daisy Yuan

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For anyone starting to consolidate their skin care regimen, finding a good night cream is best for you.

Although you may think that a moisturizing bathtub is enough, it is ideal to have thicker, more moisturizing and night-time formulas in your arsenal on days when you don't have time to apply a mask.

Not to mention, your skin feels as smooth as ever after waking up.

Speaking of which, since I started testing dozens of — yes, dozens — of the best night creams before bed, my skin has never looked as plump, moisturized and clear as it is now.

In addition to some of the best eye creams, top vitamin C serums, and cloud-like dry skin products we have tested, it’s safe to say that we promise to invest in your skin care products, although some of the best night creams we have reviewed are fair ——Affordable and easy to carry.

Before we dive into our 26 favorite products, check out our interview with Aegean H. Chan, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in complex medical dermatology, skin pathology, and skin barrier research , Learn about some frequently asked questions about night cream.

"Night cream is a facial moisturizer, and its formula has stronger sealing and moisturizing properties," Dr. Chen told the Washington Post. "This includes sealing ingredients such as petrolatum, mineral oil and silicone, which can act as a seal for the skin barrier and promote skin barrier repair."

She added that humectants—such as glycerin and hyaluronic acid—help absorb moisture and add extra moisture to the skin.

"Because they usually contain occlusive agents and moisturizers, their texture is usually heavier and may be too greasy for some people to wear during the day," Dr. Chen added.

"When your skin feels dry or irritated, you should apply a heavier, more occlusive cream," Dr. Chen said. "This extreme situation is the trend of'slugging', that is, applying a layer of pure petrolatum to your skin at night."

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Holy honey halo. Farmacy's ultra-hydrating ceramide moisturizer is a true gift from the hive, with its powerful blend of buckwheat honey, propolis and royal jelly. As Dr. Chen pointed out, its soothing and moisturizing properties make it an effective moisturizing formula.

Made with real honey, you would expect this night cream to be very sticky and not very effective. However, the result is quite the opposite; glycerin and shea butter soak into your skin and feel as sweet as honey—especially when you wake up the next morning.

Let's talk aloud about JLO Beauty's heavy cream containing hyaluronic acid. This is a nighttime dream application and provides a fresh, dewy look, keeping my skin balanced and well-nourished before a good night’s sleep.

Korres not only has a magical Greek yogurt nourishing probiotic gel cream, I would eat it if I could, but its sleep facial is also delicious.

Once I applied this rebound cream-it contains vitamin C, rosehip oil and wild rose, which gives me a radiant glow, by the way-I know it will be among the best. First, use probiotic gel cream, you must try.

Biossance's Vitamin C Serum is very good, so I am not surprised to find that its night repair cream is suitable for my dry skin. The butter whipping recipe is like pressing Ctrl-Alt-Delete permanently on my flaky skin.

Drunk Elephant has an avid follower (just ask any Sephora employee), its Lala Retro Whipped Moisturizer with Ceramides not only has a cool push-down dispenser, the product comes out perfectly, and it makes my skin look like A radiant Barbie doll-of course, without porcelain sheen.

I can confidently say that if someone broke into my bathroom and stole this lovely pastel container, I would buy another one for $60. It only moisturizes on dry skin (and one of our favorite dry skin products), although it is also effective for other skin types.

All of Caudalie's products made me feel that I was in the skin care buffet in Paris, especially its sweet formula that seemed to cost more than $1,000. However, it is only $70 short, so I will run it with it.

This night cream does help a bit. Not to mention, it is a moisturizing formula that rejuvenates my dry skin.

Just like its popular lip sleep mask, Laneige's night cream version is hypoallergenic skin call, specially designed for sensitive areas. Since it blurs the redness and unusual skin problems, it calms my skin, never breaks it, and makes my skin start again in the morning.

Drunk Elephant's F-Balm electrolyte water mask will make you say "Wow, great". It is rich in moisturizing ingredients, such as coconut water, PCA sodium and magnesium, and cactus extract, which makes every dermatologist applaud.

This is a lightweight formula that is a pleasure to use at night. Therefore, if you are looking for a unique night cream that is versatile and suitable for sensitive skin, DE is a good choice, although it is not as nourishing as some other tested ones.

Fenty Skin's Gel-Cream is rich in gel and hydration, so it is pleasant to use. Although effective for all skin types, it is particularly suitable for oily skin because of its shiny, elastic texture, like throwing a water bomb on the face.

In addition to nourishing and anti-aging ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, this night cream also contains aloe vera, which helps soothe and condition the skin, and kerahari melon oil, which is rich in antioxidants and helps to lock in moisture.

First Aid Beauty has one of my favorite day creams (one bucket is perfect, I can add), and its night cream is a super repair I need at night.

It is infused with colloidal oatmeal, which can calm and relieve dry skin, and because of the blend of hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, it is a godsend for dark circles.

Drunk Elephant’s TLC Sukari Babyfacial mask is incredible in blurring pores. It is rich in skin-friendly ingredients and is suitable for any skin type, but it is a response to acne-prone skin.

For dark spots that may be caused by acne scars and shrinking pores, this is a comprehensive night care that can improve your skin's morale.

Innisfree's formula is a scented silk. Although it is a night cream, it is good enough to be used during the day. It always makes my skin feel hydrated and is a complete supplement when empty.

As one of the most popular products of the brand, Drunk Elephant's Protini Polypeptide Moisturizer is a must-try if you want a product that feels good and versatile, doubles as an adequate day cream. Moreover, it has a push-type dispenser that we all know and love.

CeraVe is the best in the skin care game for pharmacies. Skin Renewing Night Cream costs less than US$30. It is the one I have been using for many years (along with the brand's eye cream). Whenever I use it, it always has a good moisturizing effect.

And, you better grab it as much as possible. Now it is sold out in Ulta.

For less than $25, how could Garnier's Green Labs Retinol Berry Night Cream go wrong? It is full of powerful ingredients, almost comparable to the high-end brands we tested.

Also, it makes my skin feel refreshed, although it just needs more moisture. However, this may be the fault of my super dry skin.

Of course, we like Mario Badescu's face mist. But is it a night cream? next level.

I believe that anything that contains seaweed is a magical creator, and is a mixture of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. Dermatologists will like it for less than $25.

Give up all RN and go to Sephora to buy this $12 night cream now on sale. If you want a formula rich in moisturizers without wasting money, this is a comprehensive choice.

In addition, it is a good moisturizer.

Like the incredible vitamin C serum we like, Dr. Barbara Sturm’s Face Cream Rich is a bit heavier than its original moisturizer (over $200), but wow, is it worth it.

Since you don't have to use night cream every night, you can consider using a night cream. In addition, water is its main ingredient. It contains vitamin E, which has anti-aging and smoothing effects. I couldn't help applying it on it and told me to splurge on BFF on FaceTime.

Everyone cheered for another excellent formula of Alpyn Beauty, which is a moisturizing sleep mask containing melatonin and wild dandelion.

Say goodbye to melatonin pills for now. This night cream uses a unique formula that is rich in antioxidants that calm the skin and bakuchiol, which can be used as a retinol substitute to solve age-related problems. It really refreshes my skin and the brand's cleansers, serums and day moisturizers are also commendable.

When I first used Alpyn Beauty’s PlantGenius Melt Moisturizer, I knew it would become a must-have in my daily life. It is creamy and does not irritate my dry and sensitive skin. I like how it contains five-star ingredients such as vitamin C, bakuchiol, squalane and hyaluronic acid.

From protecting your skin from fundamental damage and solving age-related problems, to moisturizing the skin barrier and brightening the skin, it is one of your best choices.

Containing L-Ascorbic Acid-also known as the "good" and "raw" form of Vitamin C, Youth to the People's Superberry Overnight Mask is your dream choice. In addition, the addition of squalane, hyaluronic acid and a rare super berry blend rich in antioxidants makes it moisturizing and difficult to stop using.

Moreover, if you want to start a good regimen, the brand's Superfood Cleanser is moisturizing and amazing.

Okay, except for the beautiful, beautiful packaging-Glow Recipe's watermelon glow sleeping mask is ironic in that you shouldn't sleep on it. The watermelon it contains also has the natural moisturizing effect and the whitening effect of fresh fruit, so that it has become a staple food in my daily work at least twice a week.

Containing nourishing ingredients and a lightweight application, it is a wonderful night cream for less than $50. In addition, this brand is our favorite vitamin C serum that we have tested.

REN Clean Skincare's overnight glow dark spot sleep cream is a dark horse and hidden gem in my beauty cabinet.

First of all, it contains Vitamin C, Lactic Acid and Omega Fatty Acids to make your skin look its best. I noticed that when I use tonight’s formula regularly, the dark spots under my eyes begin to fade. Not to mention, its lightweight is impressive.

I have used Elemis mask in the past, and its Pro-Collagen Oxygenating Night Cream is also cooling and nourishing. Contains trace amounts of calcium, magnesium and zinc, just like feeding my skin at night.

Moreover, although it is a splurge, the bathtub will last a long time. There is nothing more worth investing in than your skin, right?

Enter the TLC of the night cream, it will give your skin a good boost. IT Cosmetics Confidence in Your Beauty Sleep Night Cream has the most sacred packaging to make you want to fall asleep.

But back to the formula: it is an upgraded version of the day moisturizer, but infused with glycerin, jojoba oil and hyaluronic acid to provide nutrition.

Belif's Aqua Bomb series is like wrapping my skin in a blanket that quenches my thirst and making my skin dance happily. Do you have that picture in your mind? Great, now is the time to buy-enough talk.

It does work for all skin types (just read all the rave reviews). Moreover, the selling point: it is anti-irritating to sensitive skin.

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