Despite putting in ample effort during the day, if your skin still feels far from fabulous, perhaps it’s time to jump onto a nighttime skincare routine.
Now, we all know one should never sleep with makeup on, as our skin needs time to recover from the stress of the day. Your skin’s restoration process peaks at night; our skin repairs the DNA damage suffered during the day due to the sun, dust, dirt, and grime, at night.
Once the sun’s down, our body’s asleep, and environmental stressors are at bay, our skin restores itself to generate new cells, circulates blood flow, reduces inflammation, and gives our epidermis the rest it deserves to #WakeUpToHealthySkin.
Let’s take a look at why our skin needs a nighttime routine and how to build one, whether you are just starting out or are an advanced beauty maven. While you may have a CSMS routine in place for the day, a nighttime skincare routine demands advanced care.
Why Is A Nighttime Skincare Routine Important?
Following a structured skincare routine before you hit the hay is crucial for multiple reasons; let’s address them so we leave no stones unturned.
- Environmental & Physical StressorsDuring the day, our skin comes in contact with harmful UV rays from the sun, dust, and other pollutants that can take a toll on the skin. These stressors lead to an increased risk of fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, hyperpigmentation, as well as other skin concerns.
- Best Time For RestorationYour skin’s natural repair and renewal mechanisms are most active during the night. While you sleep, the skin’s blood flow increases, allowing it to absorb nutrients and oxygen more efficiently.
- More Stable Skin CellsWhile you sleep, your skin is in a relatively stable condition. This means it’s less prone to external factors that can disrupt the efficacy of your skincare products, such as sweating, touch, or exposure to sun and pollution.
- Moisture Loss PreventionThe skin loses moisture at nighttime, and the regular use of a good nighttime moisturiser enriched with ceramides can help lock in hydration, preventing transepidermal water loss (TEWL), which can lead to dryness and dehydration.
- Lack Of Direct SunlightThe absence of direct sunlight during nighttime reduces the risk of UV damage. This makes the evening an ideal time to use night-specific products such as retinoids and exfoliants which may increase photosensitivity without the threat of UV radiation.
- Slows Down Premature AgeingBetween the ages of 25 and 30, we begin to lose 1% of collagen annually. This process accelerates after the age of 40. Without proper care, your skin may age faster. The lack of moisture and nutrients can lead to fine lines, wrinkles, and dullness.
