Night creams have historically been incredibly hydrating moisturisers. Which, don't get us wrong, are lovely. But with all the tech, talent and incredible organic ingredients at our disposal, we felt like a Pai night cream could do a lot more.
Enter Bonne Nuit BioPeptide Renewal Night Cream. And if that sounds science-y, it's because it is. This overnight cream tackles premature ageing in multiple ways. We've done the clinical trials to prove it. But more on that later. First, let us tell you about the formula.
What makes our night cream different?
It doesn't just work on your skin while you sleep. It works on making your actual sleep better too. When you look well rested, it's because you really are well rested.
Our Founder Sarah explains: "When we're stressed, we miss out on the most important thing of all: a good night's sleep, which is critical for our skin to repair and regenerate.
"Inflammation, stress and poor sleep are the biggest culprits of premature ageing. Or 'inflammageing' as they break down collagen and elastin and weaken our skin's barrier.
"This cushioning cream is your defence, giving both you and your skin a chance to fully rest and rejuvenate."
Trialled, tested, and clinically proven
We think of our night cream as a good night's sleep bottled. But it only matters that our customers think the same thing. So we tested it. A lot.
First came clinical trials that measured fine lines in the skin over time. Bonne Nuit was clinically proven to reduce the depth and appearance of fine lines in four weeks*. It was also clinically proven to lock moisture in overnight, increasing hydration by up to 29% as you sleep**.
Then came consumer trials. 119 women with sensitive skin put the night cream through its paces for four weeks. It delivered on the skin benefits our customers care about most:
- 82% said their skin felt instantly hydrated
- 84% said their skin looked smoother after four weeks
- 80% said their skin felt more plump after four weeks
How it works
First, potent antioxidants protect the skin from free radical damage. Then collagen-boosting peptides help smooth out fine lines.
Most importantly, sleep-enhancing actives protect against blue light. Blue light disrupts melatonin, throwing off your body clock and your sleep quality. We know when you're sleeping well, your skin, body and mind have the best possible opportunity to repair, recover and rebuild.
The ingredients powering Bonne Nuit's performance
Our chemists pride themselves on creating formulas that marry powerful all-natural active ingredients with plant extracts that also make you feel something. Whether that's uplifted, energised, or just enjoying their natural fragrances.
Bonne Nuit takes this one step further. The sensorial experience becomes a wellness-supporting one. Here's how they did it.
Hexapeptide
All-natural peptides are hard to come across. Our chemists were excited to find this yeast-derived, COSMOS-approved Hexapeptide, which essentially tells the skin to stimulate its natural production of collagen. More collagen means fine lines appear reduced, and skin looks more plump and smooth.
Gardenia Extract
Blue light is one of the main culprits of bad sleep. It disrupts melatonin, the hormone that helps regulate the body clock and improve our sleep quality. Gardenia is helpfully rich in crocin, an antioxidant which helps to protect melatonin levels by absorbing that same blue light.
Most importantly, when crocin reaches the skin's microflora, it's converted to crocetin. This clever molecule triggers the same receptors in the dermis as melatonin, activating the skin's natural reparative processes that should happen as you sleep.
The result? Our natural circadian rhythms (the sleep-wake cycle) are less disturbed, meaning better quality sleep. Your skin can work its night shift.
Xanthophyll
Sounds kind of scary but is in fact an all-natural organism found in pink salt lakes. Pretty, right? This potent, naturally-derived carotenoid is a powerful antioxidant which helps shield the skin from blue light and free radical damage. And it's free radical damage that can accelerate the visible signs of ageing.
NMF Sugar Complex
Sourced from the sugar in corn, this is where the formula's ability to intensely hydrate kicks in. Almost identical to the carbohydrate complex found in the skin's own Natural Moisturising Factor, it binds to keratin, locking in moisture for visibly smoother and deeply hydrated skin.
Your rejuvenating evening routine
Science class over, now we get to the good bit. How to use it, when to use it, and how much to use.
As the name suggests, Bonne Nuit is a nocturnal animal, designed to be used before bed each night. For next-level beauty sleep, we recommend using it along with the other products in the Age Confidence range. But it's most important that your skin feels its best round the clock.
If you're worried about disturbing the peace, simply slot Bonne Nuit into your existing routine alongside your skin's favourite products.
Cleanse
Remove daily dirt, make-up and SPF with our nourishing, hydrating cream cleanser, Middlemist Seven.
Mist
Century Flower face mist is clinically proven to strengthen the skin's barrier function, resulting in fewer flare-ups. Spritz evenly over skin. Repeat whenever skin feels hot, dehydrated or unsettled.
Eye Cream
Feather Canyon was designed to care for the most delicate, thin and often most sensitive skin on the face. Leave it to the pro and apply three dots of cream along the orbital bone under each eye. Use your ring finger to gently pat it in until absorbed.
Night Cream
The main event. Apply Bonne Nuit using gentle upward strokes, if possible leaving 30 minutes before going to bed. The soothing scent can help you relax while it sinks in.
Overnight Oil
Designed for mature and dry skin, Viper's Gloss helps to improve the appearance of fine lines and promote skin elasticity. So it's on the same mission as Bonne Nuit for your skin. Massage 2-3 drops into skin for even more nourishment.
Ready to experience next-level beauty sleep? You can shop our Bonne Nuit night cream here.
And if you've got any questions or would like to design a routine for your skin's specific needs, speak to one of our experts and book a free skin consultation today.
*Based on a clinical study on 20 subjects over four weeks
**Independent clinical moisturisation study on subjects with dry skin
***Four week independent consumer trial on 119 subjects with sensitive skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Bonne Nuit actually help improve sleep quality, not just skin?
Bonne Nuit contains Gardenia extract, which is rich in crocin, an antioxidant that absorbs blue light, one of the main disruptors of melatonin production. When crocin reaches the skin's microflora, it converts to crocetin, a molecule that triggers the same receptors as melatonin, helping to support your natural circadian rhythm so your skin can make the most of its overnight repair window.
What clinical results has Pai's night cream been proven to deliver?
In a clinical study on 20 subjects, Bonne Nuit was proven to reduce the depth and appearance of fine lines in 4 weeks. It also increased overnight hydration by up to 29%. In a separate consumer trial, 119 women with sensitive skin used it for 4 weeks, with 84% reporting smoother skin and 80% reporting more plump skin.
What does the Hexapeptide in Bonne Nuit do for ageing skin?
Bonne Nuit uses a yeast-derived Hexapeptide-11, which is COSMOS approved for use in certified organic formulations. It signals the skin to stimulate its own natural production of collagen and elastin, helping to smooth the appearance of fine lines and restore plumpness over time.
What is the recommended evening skincare routine to use with Bonne Nuit?
Start by cleansing with Middlemist Seven cream cleanser, then spritz Century Flower face mist to strengthen the skin barrier. Apply Feather Canyon eye cream along the orbital bone, then smooth Bonne Nuit over the face using gentle upward strokes, ideally 30 minutes before bed. For extra nourishment on mature or dry skin, follow with 2 to 3 drops of a facial oil.
How does the NMF Sugar Complex in Bonne Nuit lock in moisture overnight?
The NMF Sugar Complex is sourced from corn sugar and is almost identical to the carbohydrate complex found in your skin's own Natural Moisturising Factor. It binds directly to keratin, locking moisture into the skin for sustained, deep hydration rather than just sitting on the surface.
