Ingredients that will help your skin retain its elasticity and texture are also useful as you age, Dr. Zubritsky adds, pointing specifically to retinol, niacinamide, and peptides. She explains they have brightening, smoothing, and firming properties that play nicely with a range of skin types.The best night creams for mature skinUsing recommendations from the derms we consulted, we found the best night creams for mature skin, with options that’ll help address additional concerns like breakouts, dryness, and irritation.Best Overall: SkinCeuticals Renew Overnight DrySkinCeuticalsRenew Overnight DryPros: Suitable for most skin types, non-greasy feel (according to Dermstore reviewers), moisturizing and restorativeCons: On the pricey sideBoth Dr. Camp and Dr. Penzi recommend this luxe night cream from SkinCeuticals. It contains plant-derived ingredients like aloe extract, which soothes and moisturizes the skin, helping it feel smoother and look brighter. It’s one of the priciest creams on our list, but reviewers say it’s well worth the investment for its ability to blur lines and pores. A little goes a long way, and its skin-softening effects will make it a repeat purchase (when you do, eventually, run out).Other notable ingredients: Calming chamomile extract, glycerin (a tried-and-true moisturizer) | Fragrance-freeGood for: Just about anyone curious about higher-end night creamsRunner-Up: Summer Fridays Rich Cushion Cream Ultra Plumping MoisturizerSummer FridaysRich Cushion Cream Ultra Plumping MoisturizerPros: Very nourishing formula, a less pricey alternative to our overall pickCons: Some reviewers noticed pilling after applyingAccording to Dr. Penzi, this cream from Summer Fridays is an excellent option for major hydration: It uses hyaluronic acid (a lightweight but highly effective moisturizer that Dr. Zubritsky recommends) to plump, which fills in fine lines, making them less noticeable. It’s also formulated to support your skin barrier, a.k.a. its protective outer layer that retains moisture while keeping irritants and bacteria out.Plus, the rich formula helps even texture with a blend of fruit extracts and it has a rich, thick consistency that reviewers reportedly love: “The texture is incredibly smooth, effortlessly absorbing into the skin. It feels so soothing and cool upon application, leaving my skin feeling remarkably soft,” one wrote on Sephora.Other notable ingredients: Glycerin, moisturizing and anti-inflammatory squalaneGood for: Dry skin, skin barrier repair, fine linesBest Budget Pick: Olay Regenerist Retinol 24OlayRegenerist Retinol 24Pros: Relatively affordable, lightweight, brighteningCons: Might not feel as thick and nourishing as some would likeDr. Zubritsky likes Olay’s Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer for its restorative effects—and we like it because you can find it at nearly any drugstore. It employs several skin care stalwarts to help brighten, smooth, and strengthen the skin, including niacinamide (or vitamin B3) and peptides. However, its star ingredient is retinol, which speeds up cell turnover to help shed dead skin and encourage collagen production. The result? Your skin should look fresher and clearer with regular use (note: it may take several months to see improvements). If you’ve never used a product with retinol before, Dr. Zubritsky says this is a great one to try, noting that it should be gentle enough for sensitive skin types.