There’s something special about those quiet, late-night moments when the world slows down. The noise fades, the sun sets, and your skin finally gets the chance to reset and recover.
This year, that nighttime ritual got a little more magical for us at KenzaKo. Our Renewing PM Cream just won an Prevention Australia Beauty Award for Best Resurfacing Night Cream 2025🏆a recognition that feels deeply meaningful, because it celebrates not just what’s inside the jar, but the intention behind it.
This isn’t just another night cream. It’s a science-meets-self-care formula designed for dry, damaged, sun-compromised skin because your skin deserves repair, not just moisture.
So what makes it so special? Three powerhouse ingredients work together in harmony: triple ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and encapsulated lavender.
Triple Ceramides: The Barrier Builders
Think of your skin barrier as the strong, flexible wall that keeps the good stuff in (like moisture) and the bad stuff out (like pollutants and irritants).
When that wall gets damaged from too much sun, harsh weather, over-exfoliation, or just daily life your skin can feel tight, flaky, and more sensitive. That’s where ceramides come in.
Ceramides are natural lipids (fats) that already exist in your skin. But as we age or face environmental stress, they deplete. Replenishing them is like giving your barrier new bricks to rebuild itself.
Our formula uses three types of ceramides to:
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Reinforce the skin barrier so it can better lock in hydration.
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Soothe dryness and sensitivity for softer, smoother skin.
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Help your skin recover overnight, when repair naturally peaks.
It’s a bit like pressing the reset button — except it’s your skin that wakes up feeling stronger.
Hyaluronic Acid: The Deep Hydrator 💧
While ceramides strengthen your barrier, hyaluronic acid acts like a sponge pulling water into the skin and holding it there.
Why does this matter?
Hydration isn’t just about how your skin looks. It’s about how it functions. Well-hydrated skin is more resilient, plumper, and able to repair itself more efficiently.
Hyaluronic acid:
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Attracts up to 1,000 times its weight in water.
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Smooths the look of fine lines caused by dehydration.
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Leaves your skin bouncy and refreshed even after a long day in the sun.
When paired with ceramides, it’s the ultimate duo: one draws in moisture, the other locks it in.
Encapsulated Lavender: The Calm in the Storm 🌿
Here’s where things get a little bit magical. Our PM Cream features encapsulated lavender, and no, it’s not just a fancy buzzword.
We use micro-nano capsules tiny “burstlets” that slowly release lavender actives over time as you apply and wear the cream. This means:
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A sustained release of soothing properties throughout the night.
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A more gentle, consistent delivery that helps calm the skin barrier.
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A relaxing sensory moment that feels like exhaling a long breath.
Why lavender? Beyond its calming scent, lavender has well-researched skin-soothing benefits. But by encapsulating it, we ensure it’s delivered more effectively and less aggressively making it perfect for sensitive or sun-stressed skin.
Repair Happens Overnight 🕊️
During the day, your skin is in protection mode. At night, it switches to repair mode. That’s when cell turnover increases, hydration levels rise, and your barrier works hardest to rebuild itself.
That’s exactly why we formulated the PM Cream the way we did:
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Ceramides support barrier recovery.
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Hyaluronic acid floods your skin with deep moisture.
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Encapsulated lavender calms and restores balance.
You don’t need a 10-step routine. Just a moment of intention and ingredients that actually work while you rest.
A Win That Belongs to You ✨
Winning Best Resurfacing Night Cream isn’t just a trophy on a shelf. It’s a celebration of everything this little jar represents:
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Science-led skincare that respects the skin barrier.
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A ritual that fits real life, not just a vanity shelf.
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Our community who believed in this formula from day one.
If you’ve ever stood in front of the mirror at night with dry, tired skin, wishing for something that actually delivers this award is for you, too.
A Night Cream With Purpose 🌙
This win isn’t about hype. It’s about proven ingredients, thoughtful formulation, and the quiet power of small, consistent rituals.
Because sometimes, healing your skin isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing better — with formulas that respect your skin, work with its rhythms, and help it feel like itself again.
Here’s to more hydrated mornings, stronger barriers, and skincare that works while you sleep. 💜 Shop Award Winning Renewing PM Cream
