Home care recommendations

A few days ago, I met up with some friends I hadn't seen in a while, and I was shocked to see their glowing skin. I'd been so busy with work that I hadn't even looked in the mirror, and I was feeling particularly irritated by my dull complexion. I thought about making an appointment with a dermatologist, but my irregular work schedule made it impossible, so I decided to try a home care routine. I used to find it bothersome to even put on a sheet mask, but now my skin feels like it really needs some attention. There are so many ads on YouTube and blogs, it's hard to tell what's real, and the complex home care methods are so confusing that I'm tempted to follow them. I want to create an effective home care routine that I can implement daily at home, even without fancy equipment. Are there any products or methods you've personally used that have really helped improve your skin texture?