I tried Milk Makeup's new melatonin-infused beauty products and though they didn't help me fall asleep, I saw noticeable results

Amanda KrauseApr 21, 2020, 21:25 IST

I tried Milk Makeup's new serum and lip mask, both of which are infused with topical melatonin.Amanda Krause/Insider

Milk Makeup released two new skin-care products at the beginning of April: a $36 overnight serum, and a $22 overnight lip mask.
The products are made with ingredients like topical melatonin and lavender oil, and are said to leave skin feeling hydrated, rejuvenated, and calm.
After trying the serum stick, I found that it worked exactly as promised — I woke up with hydrated skin that was much less red and irritated than it was when I went to sleep the night before.
Similarly, the mask left my lips feeling moisturized and plump, even if the lavender scent was a bit too strong for my liking.
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I've always had trouble sleeping, so melatonin has been part of my life for some time now. However, I wasn't aware that a topical version of the hormone exists, and can be used in skin-care products.

At the beginning of April, Milk Makeup announced its two newest products: the $36 Melatonin Overnight Serum, and the accompanying $22 Melatonin Overnight Lip Mask. I initially assumed the products were meant to help you fall asleep, but they're actually said to use topical melatonin, lavender oil, berry blends, and more to relax and hydrate skin at nighttime.

After putting both to the test, I can confirm that's exactly what they did to my skin.

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Overall, I'd recommend Milk Makeup's melatonin-themed line to people who have chapped lips and stressed skin.

Though they're not game changers, I'm still a big fan of Milk Makeup's new products. Amanda Krause/Insider

One day after using both products, I saw noticeable results — albeit short-lived ones.

My skin before I applied the serum, and my skin after wearing it for one night. Amanda Krause/Insider

I found that a little bit of this product goes a long way.

The product looks like a clear lip gloss when applied. Amanda Krause/Insider

Up next was Milk Makeup's new lip mask.

This lip mask retails for $22. Amanda Krause/Insider

The serum felt super refreshing on my skin, and was unexpectedly fun to apply.

Though this product looks like a glue stick, it feels much more refreshing and smooth. Amanda Krause/Insider

Milk Makeup's new products are meant to "do your skin a solid while you sleep," so I waited until evening to apply my first item.

This serum retails for $36. Amanda Krause/Insider

Inside the bag, each product was packaged in its own cardboard box.

Each cardboard box list's the brand's logo, the product's name, and an ingredient list. Amanda Krause/Insider

I ordered Milk Makeup's new serum and lip mask on April 3. They arrived at my home on April 9.

My two products, as well as some free samples, arrived in this thick plastic bag. Amanda Krause/Insider

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