Wake up glowing: The power of an overnight face mask

Skin Experts

Wake up glowing:
The power of an overnight face mask

If your complexion is looking dull and tired—especially in the morning—dehydrated, dry skin may be the sneaky culprit. Hydration is key to keeping skin healthy and glowing, and thankfully, there are powerful skincare allies to help you achieve just that. An overnight face mask can help boost your moisture quotient at night so you wake up to refreshed, radiant-looking skin.

Explore the perks of a hydrating face mask and see how it can benefit every skin type. Dr. Adeline Kikam, a board-certified dermatologist and skincare expert and Clinique Partner, shares her tips for building the perfect nighttime routine to give your skin a major hydration boost.

Understanding your skin type

Different skin types can have different hydration needs, so let’s find out what yours is craving:

Dry skin. Often prone to dehydration, dry skin needs an extra moisture boost to stay soft and glowing.
Oily skin. Oily skin can become dehydrated too. When this happens, it may go into oil production overdrive. A hydrating, oil-free mask is a great choice for oily skin.
Combination skin. Marked by an oily T-zone and dry cheeks, this type needs a gentle balancing act. A mask that hydrates will keep things just right.
Sensitive skin. It’s important to choose a mask that’s safe for sensitive skin.

Causes of dry skin

Before going into the skincare products that'll help you combat dehydrated skin, let's get to the bottom of why your skin might be feeling parched.

Environmental factors. Cold weather, dry climates, and indoor heating can deplete moisture from your skin, leaving it tight and flaky.
Lack of hydration. Your skincare routine might be missing a vital, hydrating step.
Overcleansing or overexfoliating. Some cleansers and exfoliating products can wash away natural oils from your skin.
Hot water overload. Hot water can strip skin of essential moisture, especially in the winter months.
Aging. As we get older, our skin naturally produces less oil, which can lead to dryness.

Why an overnight skincare routine is so important

"Hydrating your skin at night is important for maintaining a healthy, radiant complexion," says Dr. Kikam.

While you sleep, your skin goes into repair mode, making nighttime an ideal time to hydrate. Besides skin focusing on renewal, sensitivity also rises —and it can get drier at night too.

That’s where an overnight skincare routine comes in. By using hydrating products before bed, especially an overnight face mask, you can lock in moisture and help your skin stay plump and refreshed by morning. It’s an easy way to wake up with a glowing complexion.

"Our skin naturally focuses on repair and renewal while we’re asleep. It’s a great time to incorporate products with ingredients that help address unique concerns and goals," says Dr. Kikam.

Get the most out of your nighttime skincare routine

All About Clean Rinse-Off Foaming Cleanser's, Clarifying Lotion 2, Clarifying Lotion 3, Moisture Surge Hydrating Supercharged Concentrate, Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+

To get the most out of your nighttime skincare, follow these steps:

Cleanser. Start with a gentle cleanser to clear away impurities. All About Clean Rinse-Off Foaming Cleanser's non-drying and non-stripping formula leaves skin feeling fresh and clean.
Exfoliator. Apply an exfoliator to refresh. Clarifying Lotion 2 is ideal for dry and combination skin, while Clarifying Lotion 3 works best on oilier skin types.
Serum. Add a hydration-boosting serum with ingredients like hyaluronic acid or glycerin. Moisture Surge Hydrating Supercharged Concentrate helps skin stay hydrated for 72 hours.
Moisturize. Help your skin stay hydrated with Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+. Clinique's #1 face moisturizer is fast absorbing and helps rapidly strengthen the skin barrier.

The benefits of using an overnight face mask

Moisture Surge Overnight Mask, Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Overnight Recovery Cream + Mask

Using Moisture Surge Overnight Mask offers multiple benefits. For one thing, it delivers deep hydration while you sleep. You can be sure this creamy, oil-free hydrating face mask deeply nourishes your skin. The results? You'll wake up with soft, supple, and radiant skin. It delivers a whopping 98% overnight moisture boost.^* Plus, it helps strengthen skin’s barrier over time.

"For a dewy, luminous complexion, it's essential to hydrate your skin overnight—Clinique's oil-free Moisture Surge Overnight Mask works while you sleep to deeply moisturize and nourish, ensuring your skin wakes up refreshed and radiant," says Dr. Kikam.

Best of all, it's suitable for anyone needing an extra boost of hydration. Its rich formula sinks in to replenish dehydrated skin, and it's ideal for all skin types. (Yes, even oily skin can become dehydrated and benefit from an overnight mask.)

If you're concerned about lines and wrinkles, Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Overnight Recovery Cream + Mask might be the better choice as far as overnight face masks go. Not only does this anti-aging overnight face mask for the face and neck visibly repair lines and wrinkles, but it also helps restore the skin's barrier and visibly quells sensitivity—all while delivering deep hydration as you sleep.

Ending the day with a hydration-boosting nighttime routine is like giving your skin a big glass of water before bed. Adding a hydrating face mask can feel like a pampering treat—it locks in moisture and helps you wake up with softer, plumper skin.

Remember that consistency is key, so stick to your nightly routine to get the best results. And be sure to tune into your skin's needs–sometimes, a little extra hydration in winter or after a long day out in the sun or slopes is just what it needs.

Let Clinique's overnight hydrating face mask work its magic while you sleep.

^*Clinical testing on 21 women.