Have you caught your hubby with his finger in your retinol eye night cream? So have I!
Is yours always staring at you when you apply your The Ordinary face mask? So is mine!
Are you sharing your skincare products with your better half? So am I!
Skincare routines for men are a thing! I am proud to have shown the skincare routine steps to my hubby and helped him build a skincare night routine he is now fond of.
They say that couples who share experiences grow stronger, which is valid for my better half and me. We’ve found a delightful way to connect and understand each other better by sharing our beauty products and skincare routines. It allows us to spend quality time together and opens up avenues for meaningful conversations about our skin concerns, skincare tips, product preferences, and the memories attached to some of the products we’ve grown up with.
Before hubby met me, he followed a rather minimalistic approach to self-care, adhering to the “wash it, dry it, move on” principle. Skincare and grooming were not top priorities in his everyday life. A simple shower and a quick application of the deo roll-on, and he was ready to take on the day. However, as we started sharing our beauty products and skincare routines, I witnessed a remarkable transformation in his attitude towards self-care and towards building his skincare routine for men. He gradually developed an interest in skincare routine and discovered the joy of pampering himself. The once laid-back approach gave way to a more conscious and dedicated skincare routine that nourished his skin and became an avenue for us to bond and grow closer together.
One of the first things we started doing together was building our best face mask skincare routine. There’s something uniquely relaxing about putting on a face mask and letting the world fade away while the active ingredients care for your skin. Doing it together has become a regular part of our self-care routine. We laugh, take silly selfies, and enjoy each other’s company, all while nurturing our skin.
In our quest for the perfect shower gel that suits our preferences, we decided upon The Body Shop‘s Olive shower gel. Its invigorating scent and gentle cleansing properties make it the ideal choice for a couple, regardless of the season or our location. It has now become a staple in our shared shower time, adding a touch of luxury and togetherness to our daily routine.
Dealing with oily skin is a daily challenge for both of us, but it became a fun competition. We both rely on Peace Out pimple patches and spot acne treatments like Sunday Riley and The Inkey List beta hydroxy acid. Counting the days for a pimple to heal has become an amusing game, fostering support and ease during moments that could otherwise be stressful.
Introducing my partner to eye cream from Verso Skincare, one of my favorite independent cult beauty brands, was a pleasant experience. He adopted it into his skincare night routine, recognizing the value of caring for the delicate skin around his eyes. It’s heartwarming to see him enjoy the products I love.
As fate would have it, my knowledge of The Body Shop’s product range from my first ever job as a sales assistant proved beneficial for my partner’s struggle with dandruff. Recommending the Ginger Shampoo for his dandruff problems initially made him skeptical, but after trying it, he was genuinely amazed at the results. He now relies on the shampoo as his go-to solution for dandruff. In other words, I got him hooked on a shampoo 🙂
Through sharing our beauty product, we’ve also become more diligent about the importance of sun protection. Now, my partner always remembers to use SPF, and he even loves an after-sun lotion to nourish his skin post-sun exposure. It’s empowering to witness these positive changes and habits in someone you care about deeply.
Apart from the products above, we also share cleansers, my little Foreo, the Yu Ling pink quartz facial roller, hand creams, massage oils, and lip balms. These seemingly small acts of sharing reinforce our bond and create lasting memories of moments spent caring for each other and ourselves.
Sharing skincare products with my better half has been an incredibly fulfilling experience. It has allowed us to spend quality time together, engage in meaningful conversations about skincare, and deepen our emotional connection.
As we continue this journey together in the Middle East, we look forward to exploring more skincare products that will enhance our skin and strengthen the beautiful bond we share.
The Founder
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*Disclosure: I received no compensation for this review. This is solely based on my personal experience and assessment.
