Pre-sleep beauty prep

1 Wash the day away

Skincare works best on a fresh face. “It’s beneficial to remove the pollutants and applied products of the day, allowing the skin to focus its activities on re-setting and regenerating,” Dr Sheridan says. We're loving these cleansers: The Ordinary Squalene Cleanser, RRP $13.90, deciem.com. This gentle but efficient cleanser goes from balm to oil with water. Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, RRP $16.99, Priceline. Ideal for all, including those prone to eczema and acne. This mild, soap-free formula cleanses without stripping skin of its natural oils. Guinot Cleansing Care Cream Clean Logic, RRP $85 This luxe cream contains nourishing shea oil and a hyaluronic acid complex to cleanse while boosting moisture. Remove with a cotton pad.

2 Apply your pre-dream night cream

Try one of these multi-tasking, hard-working creams for the night shift. Dr Sheridan suggests varying your regimen, with lighter products for part of the week and richer products when your skin needs extra care. Nivea Cellular Hyaluron Filler Night Cream, RRP $27.99, Priceline. Hyaluronic acid and a collagen booster work together to plump and firm the skin. Akin Firming Night Cream, RRP $46.95, akin.com.au. This contains hyaluronic acid and antioxidants to hydrate, smooth and boost skin elasticity. L’Oreal Paris Age Perfect Cell Renewal Regenerating Night Cream, RRP $44.95, Chemist Warehouse Supercharge cell renewal with ingredients like black truffle and kombucha to wake up with skin that feels refreshed.

3 Power up your hydration

A rich night mask once or twice a week will truly quench your skin’s thirst. Try Trilogy’s intensely hydrating Age Proof Overnight Mask ($44.95, Priceline), which contains brightening vitamin C and lipid-boosting ingredients that support the skin’s night-time repair function to nourish and firm by morning.