DB Gingerlily Night Moisturizer: Nourishing overnight cream
Dr. Botanicals is the award-winning botanical skincare brand from London. Ethically sourced plant ingredients, cruelty-free formulations, crafted with the UK's botanical heritage in mind.
Why you'll love it
Richer than the day cream, which is what overnight skin actually needs
Skin feels replenished and comfortable by morning
PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate adds a cushioning richness
Gluconolactone gently refines the surface without overnight sensitivity
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride softens without heaviness
A warm ginger and floral scent for the end of the day
No retinoids or strong acids, so it suits sensitive skin
What it is
The overnight counterpart to the day cream, and the difference between the two is deliberate rather than cosmetic.
Skin loses more water while you sleep than at any other point in the day. That is why people whose skin is comfortable all day still wake up tight, and it is worse in heated bedrooms, in winter and after flights. A richer formula at night is not indulgence but a response to when the loss actually happens.
PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate and PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate are what make this one richer than the day version, cushioning the skin overnight while still absorbing cleanly. Gluconolactone, the mildest class of exfoliating acid, refines the surface gently enough for overnight use.
Gingerlily describes the scent of the range rather than a functional ingredient - it is named for how it smells, as a fragranced range traditionally is. The character is warm ginger lifted by a soft floral note.
Key ingredients
PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate & PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Two emollients that give the night cream its cushioning richness while still absorbing cleanly.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
A light, coconut-derived emollient, second in the formula, that softens without heaviness.
Gluconolactone
A polyhydroxy acid, the mildest class, refining the look of texture without overnight sensitivity.
Glycerin
A moisture-binding humectant that helps prevent the skin from feeling dry or tight overnight.
Who it's for
This night cream is for anyone who goes to bed comfortable and wakes up tight, and for normal to dry skin that enjoys a scented product.
It suits normal, combination and dry skin. Because there are no retinoids or strong acids, it suits sensitive skin and works well as the comforting layer over a Retinol used earlier. It contains declared fragrance allergens, so patch test if you are highly reactive.
What to expect
Skin feels cushioned and comfortable immediately, and the cream absorbs properly rather than sitting on the surface. The clearest sign it is working is the morning after: skin that would normally feel tight feels supple instead.
How to use
Apply a pea-sized amount to clean, slightly damp skin every evening.
Massage over face and neck using upward motions until absorbed, as the final step of your routine. If you use a serum, apply that first. On nights when you use Retinol, this cream works well applied afterwards.
Product attributes
Brand: Dr. Botanicals
Product name: DB Gingerlily - Night Moisturizer
Product type: Nourishing overnight cream
Cruelty-free: Yes
Is it vegan: Yes
Contains SPF: No
Key ingredients: PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate and Gluconolactone
Supporting ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate and Glycerin
Primary concerns: Overnight dehydration, tightness on waking and rough texture
Suitable for: Normal, combination, dry and sensitive skin
Texture: Cushioning night cream
Finish: Comfortable and non-greasy
Routine position: Final step of the evening routine
Recommended use: Every evening
Application areas: Face and neck
Frequently asked questions
How does it differ from the day cream?
It is richer. Skin loses more water overnight than during the day, so a heavier formula at night responds to when the loss actually happens.
Where does the name come from?
It refers to the scent - warm ginger with a soft floral note - rather than a functional ingredient.
Should I apply it to damp skin?
Yes, slightly damp. The humectants have more water to draw on.
Can I use it with Retinol?
Yes. Apply the Retinol first and this cream afterwards to keep the barrier comfortable.
Will it mark my pillow?
No. It absorbs properly rather than sitting on the surface.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes. There are no retinoids or strong acids, though it does contain declared fragrance allergens.
Is it suitable if I prefer unscented skincare?
No. This is a fragranced range.
Can I use it in the morning?
You can, though it is richer than the day cream and may feel heavy under makeup.
Is it vegan?
Yes. All the ingredients in this formula are plant-derived or synthetic.
Caution:
This is a cosmetic product for external use only, and all results will be temporary; individual results may vary. Carry out a patch test before application, and do not apply to broken, damaged, or sunburnt skin. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly with water if contact occurs. If redness, irritation, or discomfort occurs, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare practitioner. Consult your healthcare practitioner before starting a new skin treatment, or if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication. Do not ingest. Store out of direct sunlight in a cool, dry place, and keep out of the reach of children.
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