Using Day Creams At Night – Is That Okay?

Each time you browse for moisturizers in drug stores, supermarkets and beauty shops, you see them in different variants such as the day cream and the night cream. Such variants are popular among anti-aging moisturizers and whitening creams. Basically, the day cream is meant to be used during the day, while night cream is supposed to be solely used at night only.

When shopping for such moisturizers, it is easy to notice how most night creams tend to be much pricier than day creams. This is because night creams tend to have more potent ingredients which work as your skin regenerates during sleep. If you notice, night creams are also feel heavier and thick on the face, while day creams feel lighter and can be worn under makeup. Day creams also have sunscreen, which is important so your skin is protected from the sun's UV rays that can cause premature ageing and skin cancer. Sunscreen can also help prevent your complexion from getting dark because of the sun.

However, for those who want to save money, they might think of using day creams at night. There is nothing really wrong with that, but if you want the best results on your skincare regimen, investing on a night cream might be a much better choice than solely relying on a day cream for both daytime and nighttime use. Your night cream of choice can help your skin repair itself properly while you sleep.

I use whitening moisturizers, and some of the best night creams which I have used so far include the following:

• Pond's Flawless White Re-Brightening Night Treatment
  
  
• Nivea Visage Sparkling Whitening Night Care
  
  
• Garnier Light Overnight Whitening Peeling Cream
  
  

But before you try any of these products, consider determining your skin type first. Some night creams may be too thick and heavy for your skin, so you end up waking up with a greasy face, which is unpleasant. I have combination skin, and I use Pond's Flawless White Re-Brightening Night Treatment.

My recommended nighttime regimen: Cleanse your face with your facial wash of choice, apply toner, apply eye cream or your spot treatment product, and finish with the night cream. Don't forget to apply the night cream on your neck, too.