My Unexpected Skincare Journey
Skincare wasn’t really my thing – until recently. Back in April, everything changed. After watching a skincare influencer on Instagram, I turned to my husband Silas and said something like, “Wouldn’t it be nice to pamper my skin with good products?”
To my surprise, he basically told me to stop dreaming and start doing! He encouraged me to head straight to the nearest beauty store.
Honestly, self-care doesn’t come naturally to me – it wasn’t something I learned growing up. But my husband gets it, and he’s been gently pushing me to take better care of myself.
So I braved Taiwan’s humid weather and visited The Body Shop (not sponsored, by the way) where I picked up some amazing products.
This was a big deal for me because:
- I rarely spend much on myself
- My usual purchases are just jeans and t-shirts
- I used to wash my face with hand soap (I know, yikes!)
But now, things are changing!
Skincare Products I’m Loving
LilyAna Naturals Retinol Cream
- Saw instant results in just one week
- Skin feels softer and looks more even
- Great for reversing sun damage and wrinkles
Bioderma Sebium Lotion Toner
- Balances skin’s pH levels
- Removes leftover dirt
- Helps skin absorb nutrients better
- Reduced my breakouts significantly
Raw Honey Mask
- Great for breakouts and inflammation
- I use it for 30+ minutes nightly
- Leaves skin clear and soft
- Important: Must be raw honey, not regular
Sheet Masks
- Perfect for quick nutrient absorption
- I get mine from Taiwanese 7-Eleven
The Body Shop Favorites
Roots of Strength Firming Lotion
- Concentrated nutrient formula
- Lightweight with pleasant scent
- My husband noticed results before I did!
Oils of Life Eye Cream
- Reduces dark circles and wrinkles
- Preventative benefits too
- Lovely gold shimmer and scent
Vitamin E Cooling Gel Mist
- Super refreshing (perfect for hot days)
- Helps fade scars and heal skin
- Spray on hands first, then pat on face
Carrot Cream
- Fresh, garden-like scent
- Rich but non-greasy
- Contains wrinkle-fighting Vitamin A
British Rose Body Butter
- Delicate rose fragrance
- Leaves skin incredibly soft
- Perfect for body (not face)
Nicaraguan Coffee Mask
- Removes dead skin cells
- Speeds up cell turnover
- Use only once weekly
Final Thoughts
These are my current skincare favorites! Have any products you love? I’d really appreciate your recommendations in the comments below.
