Nighttime skincare that works

NIGHTTIME is when skin does its most intensive repair work, and not enough is said about the importance of a good sleep routine and using the right products to ensure that your skin has the components it needs to repair itself.

- By Zsarlene B. Chua

But if you're like me, whose sleep routine is often out of whack, the right products are pulling double duty — helping make up for lost rest while supporting the skin’s natural renewal cycle.

When Human Nature reached out to ask if I’d try their newest night line, I was genuinely interested. I’ve used their products consistently over the years for their balance of affordability and effectiveness. Their Sunflower Beauty Oil, as well as the Hydrating and Nourishing facial washes and toners, have long been staples in my routine.

Now, Human Nature is leveling up — evolving to meet a wider range of skincare needs. Over the years, the brand has been introducing more active ingredients into its formulations, including ceramides, hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C, and even bakuchiol, a plant-based alternative to retinol.

Their newest line is no different, as the Radiant Grace Night Cream (P995/45 ml) and Overnight Elixir (P995/30 ml) feature bakuchiol, known for improving skin texture and appearance of fine lines, with the added benefit of being gentler than traditional retinoids.

To note, this isn’t the first time the brand has dabbled in bakuchiol in their products as they introduced their Sunflower Beauty Oil with Bakuchiol (P299.75/30 ml) two years ago — a product I’ve enjoyed and continued to buy sporadically.