Skin Care Tips for All-Nighters

The start of the holiday season is here! That means different things for different people, but for many it means that there will be at least one all-night party in the near future. That may be New Year's Eve or a seasonal family party or a girls' night out. Whatever the reason, there are some ways that you can keep your complexion glowing even if you're skipping your evening skin care regimen in favor of "pushing through" your all night festivities and still looking dewy fresh in the morning.

The Eyes Tell All
The most obvious give-away that you've been awake all night is your eyes. No, we don't mean droopy eyelids (though that may happen and you'll be caught!). Puffiness, dark under-eye circles and fine lines and wrinkles that look deeper because you're dehydrated are all skin care red flags that tell others that you're tired. Start by applying an uber-rich hydrating base like Murad Hydro Dynamic® Ultimate Moisture for Eyes at the beginning of the night. Then keep an eye cream handy for touchups throughout the night. By keeping your eyes looking awake, you'll look refreshed and alive all night long.

Recommended Product: Murad Hybrids® Eye Lift Perfector
Keep this slender under-eye treatment in your purse and instantly improve puffiness and dark circles around the eyes. No matter how long you've been awake, you can instantly look refreshed and alive with just a quick application.

Customer Review
"I will always be sure to have this in my makeup bag! My eyes look horrible during the grass allergy season. After about 15 minutes, the puffiness and dark circles seemed to disappear and my eyes looked brighter. My 13 yr old daughter said it made me look awake. I really recommend this product!" Hamptons, Massachusetts

Stay Hydrated: Internally and Externally
No matter if the reason for your all-nighter is "to-do list" related or "festive" related, the fastest way to look tired and drawn-out is to become dehydrated. If you're not in an all-night position to eat your water for optimal hydration, be sure to drink a full glass of water every hour (a squeeze of lemon can help you stay hydrated longer). Then, be sure to reapply your facial moisturizer regularly. If you're looking for a great way to stay topically hydrated and feel refreshed at the same time, consider a spray-hydrating toner.

Recommended Product: Murad Hydrating Toner
If you're pulling an all-nighter at home or you've got ample room in your purse, this quick-spray toner instantly hydrates to restore life and glow to your skin.

Customer Review
The Hydrating Toner is so refreshing that it makes your skin tingle and feel energized. It’s great wake-me-up in the morning and yet relaxing when you wash your face before bed. It makes my combination skin feel balanced and beautiful! I would recommend this product to everyone! Boisegirl, Idaho

Treat Your Skin Well the Next Day!
Finally, be sure to treat your skin well the day after your all-nighter. Be sure to cleanse your face when you get home. More importantly, use a more intensive face mask or home facial the next day to reinvigorate and renew damaged and tired skin for your all-nighter the night before.

Recommended Product: Murad Overnight Soothing Gel
Sure, you may be using it the next day instead of overnight, but this mask can calm redness, irritation and dryness that were a result of your "up-all-nighter."

No matter how hard we try, holiday season can become overwhelming and lead to all-night activities of both the fun and the stressful type. Make sure that your lack of sleep isn't showing on your face with these skin tips.