5 Skin products that work while you sleep

Your skin works hard for you. Every day it comes up against external pollutants and fights free radicals to keep you looking your best. And every night, it works hard to replenish itself. But, sometimes it needs a little bit of help.

“The concept of beauty sleep is not a myth. Our organs need rest in order to repair and restore our bodily functions. And remember, skin is an organ too, and it needs a break from the hustle and bustle to revitalise itself. I supplement my self-care routine with skin products that contain powerful ingredients, to maximise the positive effect of sleep,” said make-up artist and beauty therapist, Jill Swain. 

We’ve rounded up five of the best skin products that help your skin to regain its suppleness and moisture while you sleep.

REN V-Cence Revitalizing Night Cream 

This highly effective night cream gets two thumbs up for being cruelty-free and vegan. Its formula is designed to recharge, revitalise and intensively hydrate skin overnight. 

Expert tip: “Remember, your neck and décolletage is also a part of your facial skin, so massage your night cream into those areas as well,” Jill recommends.

Vichy LiftActiv Serum 10 Supreme Face Serum

This fatigue-fighting serum contains mineral-rich thermal spa water with hyaluronic acid that work while you sleep to replenish and hydrate your skin.

Expert tip: “After applying this serum before bed, gently massage your face with a jade or rose quartz roller to maximise the benefits,” said Jill.

Sorbet Salon Skin Specialist Care Night Recovery Cream 

This deeply nourishing night cream contains vitamins A, C, E – which are revered for their ability to tone and revolumise the skin.

Expert tip: “At least once a week, apply a deep-cleansing facial mask to ensure that your pores are clean and that your night cream can really do its job,” said Jill.

African Extract Rooibos Firming Night Cream 

This locally produced and sourced night cream works wonders while you sleep. The secret? Unfermented rooibos extract from the Cederberg.

Expert tip: According to Jill, “If you want to go the natural route, products containing rooibos come highly recommended it’s known as an active ingredient that combats the signs of aging.” 

Pond’s Flawless Radiance Derma Night Cream 

This nifty night cream is specially formulated to lighten dark spots and rehydrate skin, literally powering up as you power down.
Expert tip: “Before I apply my night cream - and if I have ten minutes - I steam my face to open my pores and help the process of absorption,” Jill says.

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