Retinol. “The good night creams are the ones that have retinol,” Dr. Lal says. “It’s best to use it at nighttime, so it does not get degraded by the sun.” Retinol is a powerful, multitasking ingredient that “helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles, increases skin thickness, and improves collagen production,” continues Dr. Lal. Retinol can be irritating, though, so start gradually by applying the cream a couple of times a week, to every other day, to nightly use. Always use face sunscreen the morning after you apply a retinol product.
Peptides. “Peptides are really important, essentially helping repair your skin barrier,” explains Dr. Lal. “Think of peptides as fertilizer for your skin”—helping your skin heal, building collagen, softening fine lines, and overall nourishing your skin.
Hydrating ingredients. “I recommend everyone look for products that have things like ceramides, squalene, dimethicone, glycerin, and hyaluronic acid,” explains Dr. Lal. “These are ingredients that are going to help your skin barrier stay hydrated even if you are using other ingredients like retinol, which can dry you out.”
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