Indoor heat is probably drying out your skin — here’s how to combat that

I bought my very first night cream after realizing indoor heat was causing my oily skin to feel unexpectedly dry and tight. Any reservations I had about its efficacy disappeared after that first application — the next morning, my skin felt plump, moisturized and generally back to normal, so I’ve been using one ever since.According to Dr. Serena Mraz, a board-certified dermatologist at Solano Dermatology in Vallejo, California, night is a crucial time “for the skin’s ‘clean up’ and repair of damaged cells, and regeneration of healthy cells.” Tiara Willis, a New York-licensed esthetician and skin care influencer, agrees: “It’s when your skin does the most to repair itself, which is why it’s also beneficial to use products with ingredients that are intended to cause visible changes in the skin,” she says.Whether you’re looking to combat seasonal dryness or want to expand your skin care routine, I’ve rounded up the best night creams according to experts and NBC Select staffers who have tri...