The difference between day and night moisturizers is the kinds of ingredients present, and how they perform differently for a particular time of day. Although they both moisturize, the different ingredients bare different functions.
Day Creams
Day creams have a more lightweight formula compared to night creams. This is so you can layer makeup over top of the moisturizer without being greasy and becoming shiny throughout the day. Day creams can also contain SPF, albeit the SPF is typically not high enough to provide adequate protection. Daytime moisturizers may also contain skin-lightening agents such as kojic acid or vitamin C. The Obagi C-Exfoliating Day Lotion with Vitamin C contains glycolic acid, which sloughs off dead skin to rid the skin of hyperpigmentation and wrinkles, while the vitamin C glucosides in the lotion helps to enhance collagen synthesis to minimize fine lines and to boost skin firmness.
Recommendation
The Obagi C-Exfoliating Day Lotion with Vitamin C contains glycolic acid, which sloughs off dead skin to rid the skin of hyperpigmentation and wrinkles, while the vitamin C glucosides in the lotion helps to enhance collagen synthesis to minimize fine lines and to boost skin firmness.
Night Creams
Night creams are usually a thicker consistency that contains hydrating ingredients. Many contain compounds known to improve the skin’s appearance. Ceramides, fatty acids, and cholesterol all help to retain moisture and repair the skin’s protective barrier. Retinol may also be present in nighttime creams, which helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
Recommendation
The ZO Overnight Recovery Cream contains ceramides to hydrate the skin, as well as retinol to stimulate epidermal renewal and collagen production.
Both products, and many more, are available for purchase in our office! Visit us Monday through Saturday to purchase the night cream that is best for you.
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