Particularly relaxing to apply because of its abundantly thick texture, a little goes a long way with this one. Testers said their under-eyes appeared smoother after use, with the majority seeing an improvement in wrinkles, crow's feet and dryness.

Part of the brand’s popular protect and perfect range, you’ll recognise the classic packaging on this one. For glowing skin, brightening acids (like glycolic, lactic and azelaic), retinol, vitamin C and niacinamide will help stimulate skin cell turnover, promoting radiance. A violet-coloured night cream in a white pot, this rich crème includes plant-based retinol alternative, bakuchiol, and edelweiss stem cell, as well as AHAs. However, if you do go for a retinol-based night cream, make sure you’re wearing SPF during the day, as its powerful properties make skin much more sensitive to the sun.Most also saw a reduction in wrinkles, with one noticing an immediate improvement in dullness and puffiness. Filabé of Switzerland is based in Schaffhausen and offers an all-in-one cloth that cleanses and conditions the skin at the same time. Formulated with retinyl palmitate, a powerful, proven anti-ager, No7’s night cream was highly effective at addressing several mature skin concerns in GH Beauty Lab testing. It left a pleasant cooling sensation after application and proved to be extremely effective at reducing the appearance of fine lines in our lab test. This anti-ageing night cream includes retinyl palmitate, a mild enough retinoid for those of us with sensitive skin.

The tube design dispensed the ideal amount of product though, which spread easily and left skin feeling instantly moisturised. With ingredients including vitamin C, frankincense oil and wheatgerm to stimulate collagen production, this product is both vegan and cruelty-free, and comes with a natural scent. Protects against dehydration and supplies the skin with water, acting like a sponge, which can hold its own weight in water up to 1000 times.She has over 15 years of experience under her belt, starting her career as an assistant beauty editor at GH in 2007, and working in the beauty departments of SELF and Fitness magazines. A GH Seal star, Mary Kay's night cream hydrates and fights top signs of aging, like deep lines and uneven skin tone.