Best Anti-Aging Night Cream

Contains retinol, a substance touted as the fountain of youth, to visibly reduce lines.

A “game changer” that leaves skin bright and noticeably more radiant. Great smell. Applies easily. Works well to reduce the appearance of large pores and uneven skin. Good for all skin types. Contains kinds of retinol plus peptide-rich red algae extract to improve elasticity.

Advanced Time Zone Night Age Reversing Line/Wrinkle Creme

Expensive. Not much product in the jar.

Estee Lauder

There are lots of loyal fans of this cream, which is touted to increase the natural production of ultra-hydrating hyaluronic acid.

Works on all skin types, even oily or acne-prone. A fast-acting, rich cream that absorbs easily and doesn’t clog pores. Contains an amino acid complex, which helps increase the production of collagen to plump up the skin and smooth out wrinkles.

Regenerist Night Recovery Cream Advanced Anti-Aging

Some felt it dried too quickly on the skin.

Best Bang for the Buck

Olay

It may be a less glamorous brand, but the Regenerist range continually tests top among many competitors.

Fragrance-free, so also suitable for sensitive skin. Skin feels smoother in the morning and fine lines and wrinkles are diminished. Lightweight, and absorbs quickly without leaving skin feeling greasy. Uses moisture to plump skin cells. Some men are converts, too.

Multi-Action Overnight Treatment

The tub packaging means contents can dry up. Some found it beaded up upon application.

Perricone MD

A product with natural ingredients that leaves skin soft and glowing.

Evens out skin tone and replenishes moisture. Glides on easily. Reduces under-eye puffiness as well as fine lines. Contains alpha lipoic acid in a luxurious cream to improve the appearance of skin texture while DMAE helps firm skin.

Benefiance WrinkleResist24

Some objections to the fragrance, especially after it’s applied.

Shisheido

A tried and tested wrinkle-targeting cream from the veteran Japanese line.

This cream’s forte is as an extremely good moisturizer. Works particularly well on combination skin without causing breakouts. Softens and diminishes fine lines. Non-greasy product that goes on easily, and a little goes a long way. Results last all day with WrinkleResist24 technology.