Ingredient Selection for Night Cream

Night cream differs from day cream in that it allows for the use of higher concentrations of beneficial ingredients. This is because the skin focuses on repair and regeneration overnight, and you don't need to worry about the texture feeling heavy under makeup or sunscreen.

If you want to make a night cream, you can consider adding these ingredients to your formula, choosing based on your specific needs and skin concerns:

• Anti-Aging and Skin Renewal Group: Ingredients in this group stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture, making them ideal for night time use.
  • Retinoids: Such as Retinol (50% liquid) are highly effective ingredients for reducing wrinkles and improving skin condition.
  • Natural Alternatives: If you have sensitive skin or prefer natural ingredients, options like Pure-Bakuchiol™ (Natural Retinol) offer similar anti-aging benefits with less potential for irritation.
• Skin Barrier Repair and Hydration Group: Strengthening the skin barrier is crucial for healthy skin, and night time is a good opportunity to replenish moisture.
  • Ceramides: These are lipids naturally found in the skin barrier. Adding ceramides like Skin-Barrier™ (Skin Mimic Ceramides Liposome) or Cera-Flux VX (Water Dispersible Ceramide Complex) helps restore the skin barrier, reduce dryness, and improve skin resilience.
• Skin Brightening Group: Some ingredients help fade dark spots and improve overall skin radiance.
  • Niacinamide: Also known as Vitamin B3, Safe-B3™ is a versatile ingredient that helps brighten skin, reduce redness, support the skin barrier, and control oil. It can be used at higher concentrations in night creams.
• Soothing and Calming Group: For skin prone to irritation or redness, adding soothing ingredients can provide comfort overnight.
  • Centella Asiatica Extract: Ingredients like Pure-TECA™ Centella Asiatica Extract are known for their anti-inflammatory and healing properties, helping to calm the skin.

Creating a complete formula with specific percentages and mixing instructions depends on the ingredients you choose and the desired texture. This can be complex and may require experimentation. It's often recommended to start with basic formulations and gradually add active ingredients.