Night micropeeling accelerating skin renewal

You definitely shouldn’t give up facial skin care before bed. But is it worth including peeling into your evening beauty routine? Let's figure it out.

1. What is night peeling
2. What types of acids are suitable for night peeling?
3. How to do night acid facial peeling
4. Review of the best night peels
5. Precautionary measures

What is night peeling

Night is the ideal time for renewing care. Therefore, night peeling with acids is a fairly common format for gentle exfoliation. That's what he says Ekaterina Turubara, medical expert at Vichy:

“At night, all renewal processes occur more intensively, including exfoliation, during which dead cells leave the surface of the epidermis.

Any peeling is a microdamage to the skin, even a mild one, which is perceived as a stimulus, a signal for regeneration.”

Peeling increases the skin's sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation, so exfoliating formulations are usually applied in the evening.

By eliminating dead cells, the acids in peelings enhance the effectiveness of the active ingredients. © Getty Images

Night peels are usually produced in the format of serum or lotion, less often - cream. The product is applied independently or before your usual care and left on the skin until the morning.

Mechanism of action

Night peels are quite gentle, but at the same time effective. They do not destroy living cells, as some professional acidic compounds do, but facilitate the exfoliation of dead cells, that is, they act on the most superficial layer of the epidermis.

“Exfoliation occurs very gently, gradually, without noticeable trauma to the skin. You can often find products with antioxidants and soothing ingredients,” says Ekaterina Turubara, Vichy.

Indications for use

With age, the rate of cell turnover slows down, but night exfoliation is beneficial not only for aging skin. You should consider using a peel if you have:

Epidermal Re-Texturizing Micro-Dermabrasion, Kiehl's

Light peeling for home use. Can be used no more than three times a week, apply with light massaging movements for about 30 seconds. After a couple of weeks of using the product, you will notice that age spots, if any, have become less noticeable, as well as wrinkles. But even after the first use there will be something to see: the skin looks as if you just got it from a cosmetologist.

Skin texture renewing product, Epidermal Re-Texturizing Micro-Dermabrasion, Kiehl’s (RUB 3,500)

Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate, Kiehl's

Another product from Kiehl’s, but more powerful. It should be used at night, applying a thin layer to the face. In the morning, wrinkles will become less noticeable. The bright effect has only one unpleasant consequence: this peeling can dry out the skin, so stock up on moisturizer.

Nightly micro-peeling Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate, accelerating skin renewal, Kiehl’s (RUB 4,500)

Gentle Exfoliating Gel, Avene

Very soft peeling for the most delicate. It doesn't irritate, you don't have to worry about redness. The texture is light with small scrubbing particles. It will not cope with such troubles as post-acne. It is more suitable for those who do not have any special problems. Perfectly cleanses and evens out skin tone.

Exfoliating peeling gel Gentle Exfoliating Gel, Avene (RUB 810)

Herb Clear Gel Pure, Cefine

Delicate peeling roller with a fabulous composition. Polyglutamic acid does the main job, exfoliating dead skin cells. And lavender oil, yarrow extract, vitamins C and E are responsible for keeping the skin moisturized and radiant.

Cleansing peeling gel Herb Clear Gel Pure, Cefine (RUB 2,250)

Skin radiance concentrate with peeling effect, Thalgo

You should go to the salon for peeling from Thalgo without hesitation. But it is possible to achieve an impressive effect at home. The peeling course is designed for a week. The contents of the ampoule should be applied to the skin twice a day - morning and evening. The effect is inspiring: the complexion is evened out and looks more radiant, signs of fatigue are less noticeable. The concentrate is based on three acids - glycolic, malic and citric.

Concentrate for skin radiance with peeling effect, Thalgo (RUB 2,200)

Enzyme peeling cream for face, Elemis

The exfoliating effect is achieved with the help of papaya and pineapple enzymes. They remove dead skin particles as delicately as possible and even out skin tone and texture. It should be used as a mask - apply to clean skin for 15 minutes and then rinse. You will not only see the result, but also feel it: the skin becomes very soft and smooth, you want to touch it.

Enzyme peeling cream for face, Elemis (RUB 2,910)

Peeling mask “Double radiance”, Vichy

This peeling mask has three main tasks: exfoliation, evening out skin color and texture. She copes with all three perfectly well. You should not expect any irritation or redness from it - the product is very delicate, suitable for sensitive skin. It is enough to use twice a week. The result is a rested and fresh look.

Peeling mask “Double radiance”, Vichy (RUB 1,449)

Posted by Akerasheva from Moscow on 07/04/19

Age: 30-34 Gender: Female Kiehl’s customer since: 2016

Gentle peeling

Posted by Victoria Vorobyova from Moscow on 05/15/19

What I like most about this product: Gentle exfoliation and overnight action

First I tried the peeling in a trial sample, where it was enough for several applications and immediately bought a large one. I felt the effect after the first or second use. Gently cleansed my face and even added radiance. I used it as recommended on clean skin, toner and then it. I also often applied moisturizer on top! The effect is great! Worth the money!

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Posted by Victoria Vorobyova from Moscow on 05/15/19

Age: 25-29 Gender: Female Kiehl’s customer since: 2016

Adviсe

• Suitable for daily use

• To maintain the effectiveness of the formula, replace the protective cap with the included dropper before using the product for the first time.

• Apply the product in the evening to thoroughly cleansed facial skin, avoiding the area around the eyes. In the morning you need to cleanse your skin to remove any remaining product.

• The product contains an AHA, which can increase the skin's sensitivity to sunlight, so it is recommended in the morning after your traditional skin care ritual and throughout the week be sure to use a product with a sun protection factor, such as Sun Protection Fluid SPF 50 or Sun Protection Fluid with Mineral Filter SPF 50