We all know about the importance of sleep to allow our bodies to rest and our minds to reset.  And I hope you have an evening skincare routine before you head off to dreamland.  But have you wondered why certain products are specified for PM usage?

While we sleep, our skin focuses on restoring and repairing itself.  This is the complete opposite of what it does during the day when it works to protect us from the sun, with its damaging UV rays and free radicals.

Overnight is the perfect time to support our skin through the application of highly active products such as retinol or an alpha hydroxy acid.  At night, our cells work more quickly to turnover so evening application of particular products allows the ingredients to sink in and deliver the results we want.  Plus, there’s no disruption from make-up, sun or a sweaty gym session.

Evening is also when you might take a bit more time with your routine, adding extra steps like essence or serum.  In addition, it's the perfect time to treat any breakouts you might have.

So if you thought night time is the right time to let your skin breathe and take a minimalist approach, please think again.  With a strong skincare routine, your products and your skin will be incredibly efficient at night. You’ll wake up feeling refreshed and your skin will thank you for the attention you’ve given it.