When it comes to skincare and beauty, I’ve always been a firm believer that the right products don’t just change how your skin looks—they change how you feel. The ritual of cleansing, applying serums, or even adding a little blush isn’t just about appearance. It’s about taking a few moments each day to pause, recharge, and treat yourself kindly. Over the past few months, I’ve discovered (and rediscovered) a handful of products that have earned permanent spots in my routine. Some are new finds, others are old favorites I’ve returned to, but together they’ve made my beauty rituals feel fresh and exciting again.
Here’s a closer look at what’s on my current beauty shelf:
Cleanser: Barbara Sturm Cleanser
Cleansers are the foundation of any skincare routine, yet I rarely find myself “falling in love” with one. So many feel either too harsh or not effective enough. That’s why discovering the Barbara Sturm Cleanser has been such a delight.
Light and foamy, it strikes the perfect balance: it removes impurities and deeply cleans without leaving my skin tight or dry. I’ve been alternating it with my trusted Dr. Lancer and IS Clinical cleansers, and it feels like the missing piece my skin had been waiting for.
The best part? Barbara Sturm is finally available in the region, which means no more hunting online or stocking up abroad. It’s become one of those everyday luxuries that makes cleansing feel less like a chore and more like a ritual.
Face Mask: Dior Beauty Dreamskin One-Minute Mask
If there’s one brand that consistently makes me swoon, it’s Dior Beauty. Their Dreamskin range has long been a favorite—glowy, smoothing, and with that signature scent that makes applying it feel like a mini spa treatment at home.
Recently, I tried the Dreamskin One-Minute Mask, and it’s quickly become my go-to when I need results fast. Infused with AHAs, it gently resurfaces the skin in just 60 seconds, leaving behind a healthy glow without any irritation. It’s the kind of product that works beautifully when you’re pressed for time but still want that post-facial radiance.
And yes, Dior Beauty now delivers within the UAE, so you can replenish your Dreamskin favorites straight from their e-commerce site—dangerously convenient.
Serum: Skin Laundry Ultra Hydration Boost
My newest discovery has been Skin Laundry, and let me just say—it’s been a game changer. I’ve been visiting their clinic regularly for treatments like the signature laser and fractional laser (the latter has become my favorite), and while the results are incredible, they do leave my skin on the drier side during recovery.
Enter their Ultra Hydration Boost Serum. Lightweight and practically water-like in texture, it hydrates intensely without clogging pores—a must for my oily-prone skin. It’s packed with hyaluronic acid, peptides, and antioxidants, so it’s as reparative as it is refreshing.
I’ve been using the spray version, which feels so effortless and cooling—almost like a mid-day pick-me-up. It’s the kind of serum that doesn’t just work in the moment, but helps your skin look plumper and healthier over time.
Scalp Treatment: Briogeo Scalp Revival
Quarantine gave me a new relationship with my hair. I used to wash it daily (yes, daily!), but I’ve slowly trained myself to stretch it an extra day or two between washes. At first, the adjustment was tough, but products like Briogeo’s Scalp Revival have made all the difference.
This charcoal and tea tree treatment is applied right after a shower on towel-dried hair. It soothes any itchiness, refreshes the scalp, and helps absorb impurities. The result? My scalp feels healthier, my hair stays fresher for longer, and I’m no longer chained to the shampoo bottle every single morning.
It’s one of those under-the-radar products that completely changes your hair routine without you realizing it—quietly effective, yet transformative.
Blush: Fenty Beauty Freestyle Cream Blush
Confession: I used to skip blush altogether. I thought bronzer was enough to give my face color and dimension. But over the past year, I’ve fallen in love with how much blush can lift and brighten your entire complexion.
My favorite discovery has been the Fenty Beauty Freestyle Cream Blush, particularly in the shade Petal Poppin. Cream formulas have a softness that powders sometimes lack—they melt into the skin for a more natural, lit-from-within finish. A quick dab on the cheeks instantly makes me look more awake and fresh, even on days when I’m running on little sleep.
It’s such a small step, but it changes everything. Consider me a blush convert.
Final Thoughts
Beauty routines are deeply personal. What works for one person may not work for another—but for me, these five products have struck the perfect balance between effectiveness and enjoyment. The Barbara Sturm cleanser makes cleansing feel indulgent, Dior’s Dreamskin mask gives me quick results when I need them, Skin Laundry’s serum keeps my post-laser skin nourished, Briogeo’s scalp treatment has simplified my haircare, and Fenty’s blush adds that finishing touch of vibrancy.
More than just products, they’ve become rituals—moments of calm and care that bookend my days. And in a world that can often feel busy and overwhelming, those small moments of beauty are what keep me grounded.
