A day cream is made to sit under sunscreen and makeup, so it is usually lighter. A night cream stays on bare skin for hours, so it is often richer and more nourishing.

Most people use a night cream as the last step of their evening routine. Check each product's pack for how often to apply it.

Usually not. At night, the night cream is your moisturising step. For very dry skin, layer a hydrating serum underneath for extra comfort.

There is no fixed age. Many people start in their late twenties or early thirties, often after building a routine with sunscreen and a daily moisturiser.