Simple, natural skincare for women 40 and beyond
I'm Yemi. I turned 50 this year, and I make handmade black soap, shea butter body cream, and essential oil blends in small batches. Here I share the simple routines and quiet rituals that keep my skin soft and my spirit steady.
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Skincare Routines
Simple morning and evening routines that keep skin soft, comfortable, and cared for.
Self-Care Rituals
Small, restful rituals for your body, mind, and spirit.
Skincare as You Age
Caring for mature skin through dryness, menopause, and every season after 40.
Healthy Habits
Sleep, water, food, movement, and calm: everyday habits that support your skin.
What I make
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Black Soap Face & Body Wash
100g and 150g
Handmade natural black soap for a gentle cleanse, face and body.
Black Soap Foaming Facial Wash
150ml
The same black soap blend in a foaming pump with a soft silicone brush head for an easy daily face wash.
Whipped Shea Butter Body Cream
100g and 250g
100% shea butter, whipped soft. Rich moisture for elbows, knees, heels, and skin that feels dry.
Nourishing Essential Oil Blend
30ml
Coconut oil with tea tree, peppermint, frankincense, rosemary, thyme, and lavender. A few drops before your body cream.
Hi, I'm Yemi
Turning 50 taught me that my skin wanted less fuss, not more products. I started Success Self Care to make the simple, natural basics I wanted for myself: a gentle black soap, a rich shea butter cream, and a nourishing oil blend.
This blog is where I share what I've learned about caring for skin as we age, along with the small daily habits that help me feel rested, grounded, and grateful.
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