There you are, standing in front of the shelf. The choice is huge! You have probably seen quite a few different creams in the shops, on TV or online. One of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to skin care is: what exactly is the difference between a day cream and a night cream?
Do we really need both, or is this just a clever marketing ploy to get you to buy more products? In this blog, we delve deeper into this question and look at the differences between day and night creams, so you can make more informed choices for your skincare routine.
Difference between day and night cream
The difference between day and night cream can be determined by three pillars.
1. Protection against environmental factors
One of the most important functions of a natural day cream is to protect the skin from environmental factors such as UV radiation, pollution and weather conditions. That is why many day creams contain ingredients such as SPF (sun protection factor) to protect the skin from harmful radiation. In addition, natural face creams contain ingredients that strengthen the skin barrier and hydrate, without leaving a greasy feeling. Night creams, on the other hand, focus on repair and usually do not contain SPF, because this is not necessary at night. That is why nourishing night creams are often a bit fuller and greasy, because the 'looks' are less important then.
So yes, there can be differences between a day and a night cream. But you have to be an ingredient expert to be able to judge this properly. Unfortunately, we also see many examples where the texture is a bit thicker, but the ingredients are almost the same. So do your research.
But why does Food for Skin only have 1 cream? The Tomato Base Cream from Food for Skin is the result of 2.5 years of experimenting to create the perfect cream that is suitable for all moments and combines the benefits of both:
- The cream nourishes the skin + retains moisture in the skin + protects against weather influences and pollution
- The cream is beautifully matte with a light shine, so it is great for day and night.
- We consciously choose to supply the SPF separately as a product. This way you do not create a false sense of security by only applying sunscreen in the morning. We also do not think it is necessary to apply sunscreen every day. This depends on how long you are in the sun, the UV index and your skin type. A mineral filter takes up at least 25% of the cream and we think that is a waste on days when it is not necessary to apply SPF. We prefer to fill that 25% with active ingredients that nourish, hydrate and protect your skin. Did you know that our SPF30 is not only protective but also very nourishing? On sunny days, you could also use the SPF alone as a day cream!
Want to experience for yourself that you can achieve more with fewer products? Reset your skincare, test our Tomato Base Cream or order one of our trial sets.
2. Active ingredients for repair versus protection
The second can be in the active ingredients. Day creams often contain antioxidants such as vitamins C and E, which help protect the skin from free radicals that can cause damage during the day. Night creams, on the other hand, usually contain higher concentrations of nourishing and restorative ingredients, which help the skin regenerate and recover from the damage it has sustained during the day.
Food for Skin has consciously chosen to combine both the protective and the nourishing and restorative ingredients in 1 jar, so that your skin is nourished and restored both during the day and at night.
3. Texture and formula
Day creams tend to be lighter in texture, so they absorb quickly and make it easy to apply makeup. Theyβre designed to keep your skin fresh and hydrated all day long without being shiny. Night creams, on the other hand, tend to be richer and thicker, as theyβre designed to penetrate deep into your skin overnight to provide intense hydration and nourishment.
But why does Food for Skin only have 1 cream? Again: this was our own wish, to make your routine as easy as possible, but at least as effective. After much experimentation, we came up with a structure that is quickly absorbed by the skin, that protects and also provides nutrition and recovery. A two-in-one cream!
Conclusion: can you also use day cream as a night cream?
It is very possible that there is a difference between day and night cream for some brands. But often there is almost no difference! Therefore, read the labels carefully and look up the ingredients. Only then will you know whether you can also use your day cream as a night cream and vice versa.
The 'beauty industry' would like to sell you as many products as possible, a different jar for every part of your skin, because that brings in money.
But is it really necessary for the skin? That depends a lot on the brand and the ingredients, but let's be honest, you have to be quite an expert to see through the marketing sauces.
That is why Food for Skin consciously chose a two-in-one product and also did 2.5 years of research to be able to combine the benefits of a day and a night cream, without greasy skin. We wanted that to make it clear and easier for you. This way you know for sure that your skin gets the right substances both during the day and at night, without you having to worry about it. And that's nice, right, but 1 jar?
