12 best night moisturisers to heal dry and dull skin

Wake up to buttery-soft and smooth skin with these luxe overnight treatments.

Feb 04, 2024 | by Sarah Khalkho

It’s no secret that our skin requires an extra bit of effort in cold weather. Low temperature and humidity, harsh winds, and indoor heaters can all leave our skin parched, dull, and dehydrated. But before you jump in to replace your daily moisturiser with something heavier, know that slathering a thick cream as part of your morning routine might not be the best move. Moisturisers with occlusive ingredients like shea butter, petroleum jelly, and oils are effective at sealing in all the hydration but they might weigh your look down and attract dust and pollutants if worn during the day. In fact, combined with sweat and sebum they might even lead to clogged pores.

Thus, the solution to treating dryness during winter is to apply a creamier moisturiser at night. Skin is more prone to losing water during the night, so putting a night cream to lock in all the moisture from your serums and toners is a good idea. Plus, your skin naturally goes into repair mode in the night, and an overnight treatment will aid the process.

A night cream is especially important if you’re using chemical exfoliants or actives like AHAs, BHAs, or retinol in your PM routine. These ingredients tend to strip your skin of moisture and leave it feeling dry and itchy.

Ahead, discover some of our favourite night creams that have an ultra-luxurious texture and will ensure you wake up with dewy and hydrated skin.

Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream, ₹7,800