LIFESTYLE@LXG: The LADY embraces pure hydration with Sothys Hydra3Ha

"Healthy hydrated cells are the key to ageless skin and a healthy body" 

- Howard Murad

If you have read any of my posts, you will know that I have been having itchy and disgusting eczema on my face for the past two years (since I can’t seem to shut up about it). Anyway, the biggest problem with having eczema all over your face (apart from the itching, flaking skin and ugliness that is) is that it dries your skin almost to the very core, enhancing lines and wrinkles that no amount of moisturiser can heal.

This is where Sothys comes in. Recently, I decided to pop on down for the Sothys launch for their new Hydra3Ha cream and serum launch and it was love at first try. I personally love Sothys products, my must-have or I will die product is their Energising Night Cream which makes me look like I actually manage to sleep eight hours each night, when in fact I am lucky to clock around six or seven. 

But unfortunately, it does not help with my eczema and in some cases can even aggravate it, which is why their new Hyaluronic Acid range is a godsend, as its very gentle and keeps my parched skin deeply hydrated.


The cream is lightly scented and does not aggravate sensitive skin. In fact, the next morning, the skin on my face feels plumper and more hydrated. So if you have dehydrated skin, you really must try this range as its gentle but deeply hydrating! 

LADY@LXG: Restore youthful luminosity to your skin with SOTHYS

Our skin's has an energy capital which is the source of its radiance throughout the years. And when the skin is deprived of this energy (due to lifestyle, ageing, diet, stress etc), it loses its glow and appears more marked by the signs of ageing.

Because more than 90% of visible light is not directly reflected by the cutaneous surface; instead, it penetrates the skin before being revealed, the cutaneous radiance depends closely on the skin's quality. Sothys advanced research has selected an illuminating complex and unifying pigments to play with the light and reveal every woman's beauty, immediately, day after day, making this range one of my beauty must-haves! 

Sothys Energizing Booster Serum (S$279, 30ml) 

This intensive serum helps boost the skin’s energy to restore a radiant complexion. Formulated with Anti-ageing Illuminating Complex to limit and correct imperfection, this lightweight serum absorbs instantly and does not leave any heavy or greasy after feel.  

Just like the Energising Day and Night cream from this range, which left my skin looking amazing, even after a sleepless night, this serum has the same magical properties, but even more concentrated, if you could believe it! 

Use this serum every morning and evening on the entire face and neck, avoiding eye contour, followed by your moisturiser. I usually use this every night, especially before an important event or meeting, because I wake up the next day with glowing and clearer skin! 

Energising Radiance Ampoules (S$49, 1 x 2ml) 

This little ampoule is like an expresso shot for your face. An energy booster for instant radiance and brightness, it acts as an instant transparent mask to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and upon application. Forget using a primer if you are using this little wonder, cos it leaves skin looking flawless, sort of like its been photoshopped, so save it before a big night out! 

After using your moisturiser, simply apply the entire content of an ampoule onto your face and neck and gently smooth it over the skin and viola...photoshopped perfection! (psssst... you can even blend it with your foundation, for an all-day-lasting makeup!)

The SOTHYS Diamond Programme is available at appointed SOTHYS Salons island wide! 

Introducing SOTHYS Sensitive Zones Protective Fluid SPF50

Did you know that each year, more new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the U.S. than new cases of breast, prostate, lung, and colon cancer combined. In fact, according to studies, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. More scary stats; one American dies from skin cancer every hour. 

According to the Singapore Cancer Registry, there are 1065 cases of skin cancer in Singapore men and 941 in Singapore women every year. Here in Singapore, skin cancer ranks 8th in both men and women!

If skin cancer isn't reason enough to slather on some sunscreen every morning, do you know that unprotected exposure to the sun can also cause premature aging, which over time can make skin become thick, wrinkled, and leathery. Since it occurs gradually, often manifesting itself many years after the majority of a person’s sun exposure, premature aging is often regarded as an unavoidable, normal part of growing older. However, up to 90 percent of the visible skin changes commonly attributed to aging are caused by the sun. With proper protection from UV radiation, most premature aging of the skin can be avoided.

Sothys sunscreen is rich in minerals to fight against infrared radiation, with chemical filters to ensure broad spectrum of protection against UVA and UVB radiation. Sunflower extract acts as an anti-oxidant to reduce the spread of free radicals generated by UVA, UVB and IR and strengthens the skin’s natural protection, minimizing the appearance of sunburn cells. In fact, sunflower extract is able to reduce the number of sunburn cells up to 54%.

Besides ensuring the best ingredients used, Sothys went a step further providing a sensorial texture for a more pleasant experience. Unlike most of the sunscreens available in the market, Sothys sunscreen penetrates quickly into the skin, leaving the skin with a non-sticky and non-dehydrated feel. With this product, you don’t have to worry about having a “white” face after application because this light-weight sunscreen is quickly absorbed and leaves no visible white film or residue.

This fragrance-free sunscreen is perfect to protect your face and sensitive areas. I personally have started using this every morning for the past week. It leaves my face, neck and decollete moisturized and protected and does not trigger any rash or breakout!

Priced at $109 for a 50ml tube, the SOTHYS Sun Care Line is available at appointed SOTHYS Salons.

My new love...Sothy's Energizing Night Cream!

Let me introduce you to Sothys Miracle in a jar....

I have always been a fan of Sothys skin care, but I have to say that their range of Energizing Day and Night creams have greatly surpassed any of their previous products.

For those of you who follow my occasional rants and raves, you would be quite familiar with the fact that my skin is rather congested. In fact, if blackheads were as valuable as diamonds, I would be a zillionaire by now!

Unfortunately, even though I am prone to breakouts, especially during "that time" of the month and when I go on a chocolate binge, I can't use zit creams as they simply make my pimple burrow down further and become worse. So when I got my little hands of Sothy's Energizing Night cream, I was super excited as the product is said to make you look like you have slept 8-hours, something I don't get much of unfortunately. 

The Energizing Day Cream is said to be able to reveal the skin’s youthfulness by restoring luminosity and radiance. Siberian Ginseng protects and optimizes cellular energy for improved skin health and quality, and prevents and diminishes signs of aging. Formulated with rice peptides and lupine extracts, this daily moisturizer improves microcirculation and boosts the energy production and skin oxygenation. It is also available in “Light” for normal to combination skin and “Comfort” for dry to very dry skin.

The Energizing Night Cream is my definite must-have. I use this as a night cream daily and if I get a spot, I simply apply a little extra night cream on the spot, and viola its gone by morning!

This wonder cream renews and rejuvenates the skin overnight by visibly reducing lines and wrinkles while stimulating collagen production. Formulated with glycolic acid and Sophora flower extract, it increases cell renewal and encourages the elimination of toxins during the night to reduce the “puffy” appearance of the face in the morning. Trust me, this is not just hype, it REALLY works! In fact, I am on my second jar of the product now.

If you want to look more rested before a big presentation or date, this cream is a definite must!

Although this range was actually launched a while back, I wanted to try it before I wrote about it to see if it lived up to its claims, and I can honestly say that it did.