Skincare I suddenly realized under the bathroom light

Yesterday evening, while washing my face, I suddenly found myself taking a close look at my reflection under the bathroom light. I couldn't believe how quickly time had passed; the fine lines around my eyes and mouth looked particularly distinct, and I just stared blankly for quite a while. I realized that simple basic skincare products are no longer enough, so I decided to start a proper skincare routine. To be honest, I think I have been quite negligent in taking care of myself, using busyness as an excuse. My acquaintances already look radiant, perhaps because they take good care of themselves, while I feel a wave of belated regret as I seem to be the only one neglecting my skin. I have bought face masks and started applying nourishing creams meticulously, but as expected, there comes a moment when I feel the limits of relying on my own for skincare. Is blindly buying expensive cosmetics the answer, or would it be better to start visiting a professional salon regularly now? I would like to ask for your advice on what kind of dedication you are putting into slowing down the passage of time.