Night Owl Skincare: Glow-Boosting Tips for Late-Night Sleepers

Whether you’re a night-owl by habit or lifestyle, late nights can take a toll on your skin. Dullness, dryness, and fatigue can creep in, making it harder to maintain that radiant night glow. But don’t worry—you can still achieve glowing, healthy skin with the right nighttime skincare routine. A nighttime face ritual is essential to remove makeup, refresh your skin, and deeply hydrate while you sleep. If you’re someone who stays up binge-watching shows, working late, or socializing, this glow-boosting skincare routine is just what your skin needs.

Step 1: Double Cleansing for a Fresh Start

One of the biggest skincare mistakes is not properly removing makeup and dirt before bed. Even if you don’t wear makeup, your skin accumulates oil, pollutants, and impurities throughout the day. That’s where double cleansing comes in—it ensures every trace of grime is gone, so your skincare products work better.

First Cleanse: Camomile Makeup Remover

Start with The Body Shop’s Camomile Sumptuous Makeup Cleansing Butter to break down stubborn makeup, sunscreen, and dirt. This lightweight yet effective remover is enriched with camomile extract, known for its soothing properties, making it perfect for sensitive skin.

Why You Need It

Dissolves makeup effortlessly without tugging the skin
Soothes and calms tired skin after a long day
Gentle on eyes and lips, ensuring no irritation

Second Cleanse: Vitamin E Gentle Face Wash

Once makeup and impurities are removed, follow up with Vitamin E Gentle Face Wash to cleanse the skin and prep it for the next steps. Our Vitamin E Gentle Facial Wash will wash it all away, cleansing your skin of any impurities with a soft, silky lather that will leave you feeling refreshed. It leaves your face feeling squeaky clean without stripping your skin of its vital moisture. It contains raspberry seed oil, known to be a source of vitamin E, which we make using raspberries leftover from the juice industry, meaning there’s less waste overall.

Step 2: Restore and Balance with a Toner

A toner is often an overlooked step, but it's an essential part of any nighttime skincare routine. It helps to rebalance the skin’s pH, refine pores, and remove any last traces of dirt or makeup. For night owls with combination or oily skin, The Body Shop’s Seaweed Oil-Control Toner is a must-have.

Why a Toner Matters at Night:

Prepares the skin for better absorption of serums and moisturizers
Removes excess oil and impurities that may clog pores overnight
Helps to tighten pores and refresh the skin after cleansing

Seaweed Oil-Control Toner: The Perfect Nighttime Toner

Infused with mineral-rich seaweed extract, this toner is perfect for combination to oily skin types. It controls excess shine without drying out the skin, leaving it refreshed and balanced.

Why You Need It:

Helps control oil production overnight
Gently purifies and minimizes the appearance of pores
Refreshes and hydrates without stripping the skin

Step 3: Lock in Moisture with a Night Cream

After applying your night serum, seal in all the goodness with Aloe Soothing night cream. A rich, nourishing cream ensures your skin stays soft, supple, and luminous by morning. Drift off with our Aloe Soothing Night Cream, now with improved 48hr hydration. Formulated to calm and soothe sensitive skin, so, you get to wake up with skin that’s calmed and soothed from dryness overnight.

Why You Need a Night Cream

Deeply hydrates the skin overnight
Repairs and rejuvenates tired-looking skin
Restores glow for a fresh, dewy complexion in the morning

Extra Glow-Boosting Tips for Night Owls

Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your skin plump and fresh
Limit Screen Time Before Bed: Blue light exposure can lead to dullness and premature aging. Try reducing screen time at least 30 minutes before bed
Sleep on a Silk Pillowcase: Helps reduce friction on your skin and prevents sleep creases
Use a Sleeping Mask Once a Week: For an extra hydration boost, try an overnight mask like The Body Shop’s Vitamin E Overnight Mask for plump, glowing skin

Complete Night Care Routine

Just because you’re a night owl doesn’t mean your skin has to suffer. With a simple yet effective nighttime face routine, you can maintain a healthy, glowing complexion no matter how late you stay up. Double cleansing, using a hydrating night serum, and finishing with a nourishing night glow cream will ensure you wake up looking fresh and radiant every morning.

So, embrace your late-night lifestyle—but don’t forget to show your skin some love before bedtime.