By Ann Marie Chandy
IT’S always delightful getting a facial, and when you’re at Sothys, you get the added assurance that the skincare specialists only want what’s best for you. The moment you walk in, you know you’ll be well taken care of. The treatment usually starts off with a skin assessment and the specialist will clue you in on what’s good or bad about your skin before you decide what type of treatment you want – they’ll assist you in determining which type of treatment will target your skin’s main concerns (you can view the treatment and product menu online at www.sothys.com).
My skin was not just on the dehydrated and dry side (bordering on parched and shrivelled), it seemed susceptible to broken capillaries as well, and looked terribly fatigued – a peek at the magnified view on the screen as the specialist lightly prodded my skin almost made me jump out of my chair. The specialist then advised that I get the synergy revive glow treatment which took about 90 minutes, and made me feel ever so glad I had opted for it.
Some cleansing milk, a facial scrub, blackheads extraction, a couple of ampoules of concentrated serums and some nifty massage techniques later, I felt as good as new. The session was not only relaxing, it made my skin feel refreshed and lovely.
This month, in conjunction with Earth Day on April 22, Sothys is going back to its foundations of botanicals, and embracing its inspiration, nature. Its efforts to improve the eco-design of its packaging, selection of natural active ingredients and its investment in sustainable development are all areas Sothys has been developing for several years, and continues to foster.
It also aims to tackle the risks that pollution has thrust onto our skin – increasing signs of aging, visible dull complexions and the appearance of dark spots – by offering the nO²ctuelle™ Detox Coffret Set (Detox Resurfacing Overnight Cream, 50ml, and Chrono-
Destressing Sleeping Mask, 4ml x 4). The nO²ctuelle set allows the skin to perform its regenerative functions by reviving cell activity, and de-stressing and detoxifying cells, so your skin looks luminous and has a healthy glow in the morning. If your skin feels sallow and tired, this may be just what you need to relax, restore and replenish the freshness and beauty which the rigors of life have stolen from you!
In conjunction with Earth Day also, Sothys is encouraging shoppers to recycle your skincare empties (any brand) at Sothys salons nationwide and get a 10% discount on any of its retail products
