RENEWAL process

We all know the difference a good night's sleep can make to our minds and bodies, but what about those pesky wrinkles, uneven skin tone and under-eye circles of the face?

While the jury is out on whether the skin's renewal process is more active at night, there are circadian rhythms that affect sebum excretion, water loss and acidity levels while we sleep.

Skin also tends to be drier and more vulnerable to irritation at night, making it a perfect time to turn to a richer and more soothing treatment.

It's also the best time to apply heavy-duty ingredients such as retinols, which can cause damage when exposed to UV rays.

Whether you choose a powerful anti-ageing cream or thicker moisturiser, these six new solutions provide a bit of pampering for party-weary faces.

Annick Goutal Creme Splendide Nuit harnesses the power of active rose serum as well as mimosa tenuiflora and blackcurrant bud to repair and regenerate the skin.

Helena Rubinstein's latest innovation in its Prodigy Powercell line focuses on treating the skin during active sleep phases. It contains a high concentration of vegetal skin cells to regenerate skin, renew radiance and restore firmness. It has also been shown to make features appear more rested.

With ingredients such as white birch extract, shea butter and Vitamin E, Bobbi Brown's Hydrating Intense Night Cream packs a powerful antioxidant punch. Its Protein Activator is designed to promote natural collagen production while rice bran and apple extracts even skin tone.

Sisley's latest and most 'supreme' skincare product, Supremya At Night claims to 'delay the skin's genetically programmed ageing' by stimulating cell regeneration. The patented Phyto-Complex Longevity Concentrate combines four active botanicals to help build the skin's own defences while improving its texture and thickness.

Satin Firming Night Creme is one of two new additions to the Dior Prestige line using the anti-ageing and anti-inflammatory properties of the 'rose satine' flower created by an expert in antique roses. The luxurious cream is designed to firm and restructure tired skin, leaving behind the brand's signature scent of rose absolute.

Clarins Extra-Firming Night Cream is designed for women over 40 looking for firmer skin and less noticeable lines. The gentle cream uses alfalfa to enhance collagen synthesis and rosemary to relax features.