The Night Science Experts

With over 40 years of research, Estée Lauder scientists are experts in night skin science. Our nighttime skincare formulas are based on pioneering sleep science and our deep understanding of skin’s night skin science.

Why we know sleep science:

OUR RESEARCH & EXPERTISE

By The Numbers

40 YEARS

of Night Science Research & Discoveries

51 PATENTS

Markers of Scientific Achievement

1 FIRST-EVER CLINICAL SLEEP STUDY

Groundbreaking Research with Case Western Reserve

36 PUBLICATIONS

& Conferences Globally

DID YOU KNOW?

Skin is different at night.

Protect by day. Repair by night.

Like our entire body, skin has a natural circadian rhythm. It has very different actions during the day versus the night.

YOUR SKIN

Every Day

  • ▪ Protects
  • ▪ Has a stronger, thicker barrier
  • ▪ Produces the most oil
  • ▪ Has a higher pH level

It strengthens its protective defenses against environmental assaults.

YOUR SKIN

Every Night

  • ▪ Repairs the damage of the day
  • ▪ Is more prone to moisture loss
  • ▪ Produces the most collagen
  • ▪ Has a more permeable barrier

It re-energizes with its critical renewal process
that peaks while we sleep

When your skin’s “clock” and critical night renewal
are disrupted by everyday life—a busy calendar,
endless scrolling and especially poor sleep—
it shows on skin.

Pioneering Sleep Science

Poor Sleep. Skin Aging.
What’s the Connection?

In a first-ever clinical study with Case Western Reserve,
Estée Lauder showed that poor sleep can double signs
of aging. Sleep-deprived skin can experience a
weaker barrier and dryness, loss of firmness, more
uneven skintone, and increased lines.

The solution? Advanced Night Repair Serum
with our exclusive Night Peptide.
It strengthens skin’s barrier. Intensely hydrates.
Visibly evens skintone and reduces the look of lines.

SHOP ADVANCED NIGHT REPAIR

Pioneering Sleep Science:
Continuing The Legacy

A recent endowment from Estée Lauder has
established an epigenetics fellowship at
The University of California, Irvine in honor
of the late Paolo Sassone-Corsi, PhD.
Paolo worked with Estée Lauder to explore
new discoveries in skin science, including
circadian rhythm.

Discover the Power of Night

Learn more about our pioneering sleep science and expertise.

Breakthrough Technology
SEE WHAT SUPPORTS GOOD BEAUTY SLEEP

Your Dream Routine

WAKE UP TO RESULTS

What happens to skin overnight?

Skin is biologically different from day to night. Every night, your skin repairs damage and re-energizes. It is also more prone to moisture loss and has a thinner, more fragile barrier. That’s why we recommend having a dedicated nighttime routine, made with ingredients that can deliver powerful renewing benefits overnight.

What are the benefits of sleep for skin?

Skin renews itself at night, and this process peaks while you sleep. Getting enough quality, uninterrupted sleep each night is essential in waking up with beautiful, glowing skin and helping prevent visible signs of aging.

What has Estée Lauder discovered about the connection between sleep and skin?

With 40 years of research and discoveries, our Estée Lauder scientists are experts in night sleep science. Our first-ever clinical study unveiled that sleep-deprived skin can experience a weaker barrier and dryness, loss of firmness, a more uneven skintone and increased lines.

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