Day and night skincare routine is something we should all consider when taking care of our skin. But what is the difference between day and night creams?

We use different products at different times of the day for the best results.

Our morning skincare routines should be different to our evening routines too when it comes to cleansing. At the end of our day, we are removing the protection we put on in the morning, as well as the daily grime.

Do you know the order you should apply your products for your day and night skincare routine?

Day and night skincare routine

Daytime Skincare Routine

Starting your day the right way with a cleanse is a must. Whether you use soap and water or formulated cleansing products, it is always your first step.

You will be really surprised how much oil and grease form on your face while you are asleep. A lot of us sweat at night and our pillows contain dirt, dust and dead skin cells which could cause a build-up on our face causing unwanted spots.

After your cleanse you would then tone your skin. A toner is a quick drying, hydrating boost for your skin, which prepares it for the next step. It closes your pores and acts as a barrier to dirt.

The serum would be your next step. Serums are supercharged and packed with concentrated products which offer intense hydration and targeted area benefits.

Adding a moisturiser to seal in all the goodness from the serum is your next step in the process. It also adds that extra hydration we all need especially in these colder months.

Last but not least is your SPF. You will find a lot of day creams will contain SPF. The sun’s rays are what cause the most amount of damage to our skin, especially our faces. Elizabeth Arden Great 8 moisturizer is one I highly recommend if you commute or use computers.

That morning routine might seem like a long-winded process to some. I have been taking a far more active interest in my skincare as I age, as I want to ensure I am doing my best to maintain my skin.

Night Skincare Routine

So when we get ready for bed and remove the day we start again with a cleanse. A double cleanse is also a good idea if you have spent the day in a highly polluted area or you have been wearing more makeup than normal.

You would still apply your toner after you cleanse. This is still to ensure your pores are closed and not filling with the product and causing spots later on. Always remember to use a toner after you cleanse whether you are adding other products or not.

If you have heavier serums applying them at night might be a better feeling than daytime wear. I have a couple of different serums for nighttime which target fine lines and I switch between them.

Your night cream is then used as your moisturiser here.

Face creams specifically formulated as night creams are richer and heavier on the skin.

Skincare Routine

The main reason for me learning the importance of the steps in skincare was to make sure I was doing it right.

A day and night skincare routine for oily skin is no different to a day and night skincare routine for dry skin, just slightly different products.

We all will have our preferences for brands and scents and the way we apply it. But as long as you follow the basic step by step principles for application, you should be going in the right direction.

I hope this has helped you understand what the different types of products are and why you use them in your day and night skincare routine.

If you found this post helpful, you can pin it 📌