This Face Didn’t Wake Up Like This: My Real-World Skincare Routine That’s Actually Working
Let’s get one thing straight, this face didn’t magically wake up like this.
This transformation? It came from intention, consistency, and a little skincare rebellion.
No Botox. No filters. No overpriced “miracle” serum. Just a realistic routine stacked with high-quality products, face taping, Gua Sha, and the decision to keep showing up for myself.
🧪 What Sparked the Shift
I started using Farmasi’s Age Reversist Moisturizer & Night Mask last September. It wasn’t overnight magic, but things started to shift. Then in May, I added the Paprika & Chili Balsam - a product that literally brings the heat.
And when I stacked that with:
Daily Gua Sha (1–2x/day)
Face taping (AM + PM)
My curated skincare from Farmasi
…something clicked.
📸 The Receipts: Before and After
May 20 (Before Chili Balsam): My skin looked tired, puffy, and let’s be real—just done.
August 6 (Now): Firmer jawline, visibly smoother texture, and a natural lift that made me do a double take.
This wasn’t some 3-day challenge. It was consistent work. And the results feel earned, not bought.
🔍 The Routine Breakdown
💥 Face Taping
Face taping isn’t a miracle—it’s a mindset shift. I tape in the morning before skincare, and at night after applying products (tape goes around the product so it stays put).
What it does:
Reduces unconscious facial tension (looking at you, furrowed brow)
Keeps me from squishing my face on the pillow all night
Temporarily smooths and lifts while products do their job
It’s like Spanx for your face, but less suffocating.
💆 Gua Sha (with Oil or Serum)
This isn’t just “self-care.” It’s lymphatic drainage meets circulation support. Here’s what daily use does:
De-puffs your face (especially around eyes and jawline)
Boosts circulation and glow
Helps product absorption (no more dragging dry skin)
Feels like a calming ritual in a loud world
🧴 My Current Stack
Everything I’m using comes from Farmasi, which follows Certified EU Standards (aka cleaner than most US skincare). Here's what’s in rotation:
Absolute Super Elixir (nightly)
Age Reversist Rich Moisturizer
Paprika & Chili Balsam (2x/day)
All Night Beauty Mask (3–4x/week)
This is skincare that works with your biology, not against it. And no, I don’t sell anything I don’t personally use on my own face. You can get it here.
💡 Why This Routine Works
It’s simple enough to stick with
It doesn’t rely on procedures or trends
It respects your time, your skin, and your results
This routine is sustainable. It's realistic. And most importantly, it's effective—because it's rooted in actual habit-building, not hype.
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