what they are, function and how to use them

The moment of rest is sacred. After a long day of activities and stress, there is nothing better than lying in bed and forgetting about your problems, at least until the next day. However, there is much more to bedtime than just relaxing. The period is ideal for carrying out night treatments, both for the face, body and hair. This way, it is possible to obtain better product performance without any interference.

But after all, why the night? The effectiveness of nighttime treatments is greater precisely because it is a time to rest for the body and mind. When you sleep, your metabolism slows down, and thus, the body can repair any aggression suffered during the day. The period causes the production of melatonin to increase, the hormone that helps you sleep. On the other hand, cortisol decreases, the hormone responsible for combating stress, which causes a physiological pause. Without your interference, the products can act at maximum strength.

Therefore, for those who do not have enough time to carry out beauty treatments during the day, investing in nighttime care is the ideal option. You don’t need more than a few minutes to apply the right products, and then rest is right. Check below everything you need to know about night treatments, as well as why they are so effective, what can affect the results and also the correct way to carry out the process.

How do night treatments work?

During the day, it is common for skin and hair to suffer the effects of pollution and temperature variations, for example. However, during the night, the body relaxes, which allows moisturizers to be absorbed more easily. It is common for night creams to promote effects such as cell renewal and the acceleration of cell maturation, brought from the last layer of the skin to the surface.

Furthermore, night treatments act extremely effectively and quickly. The difference in the skin after applying the product is notable, with greater viscosity, as well as hydration, softness and reduced swelling throughout the day. When you wake up, you won’t have to worry about the effects of sleep on your face. In hair, for example, certain products act to combat dryness, porosity, breakage, opacity and frizz.

Effectiveness of night treatments

Far beyond the fact that the skin is susceptible to pollution, free radicals, water loss and exposure to sunlight during the day, it is proven that the recovery of the dermis is greater at night. This occurs so that the natural cell purification process reaches peaks of activity while you rest. Therefore, it is essential to create the habit of sleeping regularly and in dark environments, without electronics or any artificial light, for at least 7 or 8 hours.

In this sense, we can also mention the greater receptivity of the skin at night. Certain acid treatments, such as treating acne, blemishes and improving skin texture, show better results at night. The reason? Greater penetration of product assets, thus better use.

What can hinder the results?

In the case of a regular night treatments that are not achieving satisfactory results, it is possible that you are making some mistakes. Check out the most common possibilities below:

• Unregulated eating;
• Incomplete hygiene;
• Drink little water;
• Using products not recommended for your skin;
• Do not sleep the recommended number of hours.

It should be kept in mind that any and all dirt accumulated on the skin during the day needs to be eliminated during nighttime cleansing. Therefore, removing makeup becomes essential, as the accumulation of cosmetics in the dermis promotes irritation, in addition to accelerating premature skin aging and worsening acne.

Daytime vs. nighttime treatments

Day treatments are also extremely effective for what they are intended to be. Normally, its function is focused on protecting ultraviolet radiation, which causes dry hair, premature aging of the skin and blemishes. On the other hand, at night, the focus of treatment is on nutrient replacement. Since most of the body’s metabolic processes suffer while you sleep, the products act by offering nutritious, moisturizing and antioxidant substances, with greater effectiveness.

Correct use of products

Now that you know the benefits of nighttime treatments and the common mistakes that are often made, it’s time to learn how to implement your own treatment. It can be performed in different regions, such as the skin, hair, mouth, body and feet.

For the skin

First of all, you need to clean your skin, removing impurities accumulated during the day. Normally, nighttime skincare involves the same steps as daytime skincare: cleansing, toning, hydration and treatment. Once a week, when exfoliating, the ideal is to opt for a chemical peeling, favored at night, as it involves peeling the skin.

After cleansing the skin, apply the night cream, spreading it over the 5 points of the face: nose, forehead, chin and cheeks. Once this is done, you just need to spread it delicately, from the inside out, in upward movements. Massage the product until it is well absorbed. Also remember to pay more attention to the eye area, depositing an amount of product equivalent to a grain of rice, both on the mobile and lower eyelids. This way, you can avoid possible fine lines and wrinkles. Always wash your face thoroughly when you wake up.

For hair

After washing your hair well with shampoo and conditioner, preferably with products specific to your hair type, apply the nighttime product to the strands that are still damp. Remember to spread the cream over the entire length, but never at the roots, and without exaggeration. Excess cream can leave hair oily, slightly hard and opaque, as well as causing a rebound effect. Then dry without rinsing and go to sleep. It is not necessary to carry out the treatment more than twice a week.

On the bottle

Nighttime lip hydration is ideal for those who suffer from dryness or cracking. There are also specific creams to soften the “barcode” around the mouth, or the wrinkles that outline the region. Because the product remains in action for longer at night, it allows for faster and more complete regeneration.

On body

Likewise, the moment before bed is ideal for applying a good moisturizer to your skin, which is already sensitized by the effect of steam from a shower, for example. Thus, the application will have its effect enhanced, making it necessary to spread the product well, paying special attention to the elbows, knees and heels, areas that normally dry out more. For those who don’t have the patience, invest in bath oils or moisturizers suitable for use in the shower.

Nighttime skin treatment creams often include formulas that combat cellulite and stretch marks. In the case of stretch marks, if the product contains acid, it must be removed in the morning, avoiding possible stains.

On the feet

Here, it is recommended to use specific products to soften and hydrate the skin on the heels and soles, which tend to be drier than the rest. Furthermore, after applying the night cream, you can include socks or cling film, which enhances the hydration effect. For those who prefer to sleep barefoot, just apply the product and let it act for at least 15 minutes with your socks on. Then remove them.

If you still have doubts about where to purchase the perfect products for your nighttime care routine, Pele de Pêssego can offer great possibilities, going beyond treatments carried out before bed. There are also excellent options for your daytime skincare or just moments of relaxation, such as applying a good revitalizing mask for your face, moisturizing your hands or feet.

So, what did you think of this article about night treatments? If you’re interested, check out 9 nighttime habits to help you wake up more beautiful

Sources: Donna Beleza, Universa, ADCOS, Dermaclub, Pele de Pêssego

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