What is the difference between day moisturizers and night creams? Do I need a special cream at night?

Daytime moisturizers are usually lighter in consistency and quickly disappear into the skin, creating a suitable base for makeup. Night creams are generally heavier, cream formulations. Whether you use a special cream at night is really a matter of personal preference. Some women prefer the benefit of a thicker emollient before bed when makeup application is not a consideration. Other women take advantage of night creams with alpha hydroxy acids, which exfoliate the skin.