From The Straits Times    |

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While some of us are blessed with naturally good skin — like these celebrities who look amazing without makeup — the rest of us are constantly battling with our own skin woes.

Couple that with the daily stresses that we face at work, in our relationships as well as environmental pollution, our skin suffers even more. The results: signs of premature ageing (think enlarged pores, overall dullness and fine lines) begin to creep into our lives.

Thankfully, there are plenty of solutions (such as this renewing facial and this pore-shrinking treatment) out there these days. But we’ll admit — nothing beats taking good care of your skin on a daily basis.

Speaking of daily skincare, our beloved Japanese luxury beauty brand Shiseido is releasing its revamped Future Solution LX range. Armed with new ingredients such as Enmei herb (known for its restorative and cell-renewing powers) and antioxidant-rich green tea extract, the collection is targeted at dry, damaged and stressed skin users.

In short, if you wish to approach your 30s with little skincare worries from your 20s and look radiant and youthful, then reach for the products in this range. Here, we pick three of our favourites:

#1 Shiseido Future Solution LX Extra Rich Cleansing Foam, $85

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A little of this cream cleanser goes a long way. That’s because when it’s mixed with water, this facial wash creates a thick foam quickly. It feels soft and gentle on the skin.

Unlike other cream cleansers that tend to draw away moisture and cause dryness and tightness, this cleanser doesn’t leave skin feeling uncomfortable post wash. And since it contains Oshima Sakura extract which sweeps away debris and unclog pores, skin is left smoother and brighter after every wash.

#2 Shiseido Future Solution LX Concentrated Balancing Softener, $150

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Don’t be fooled by its creamy look; this softener quickly takes on a watery texture when you spread it onto your skin. It feels rather cooling upon application, making it a refreshing treat for your skin when the weather’s a tad too hot to handle.

When fully absorbed, it leaves a semi-matte finish so it’s great for those with combination skin. Its sweet floral scent is also a plus for us.

#3 Shiseido Future Solution LX Total Protective Cream, $350

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We all know that leaving our houses without any skin protection from the sun is a big beauty no-no. But sometimes, when we’re rushing to reach for the doorknob, applying multiple skincare products can be a hassle.

So if you’re looking for a two-in-one moisturiser that offers UV protection, this cream is your answer. Made with Premium Sansho Extract, this protective cream helps our daytime defense gene (it keeps our skin’s protective function going) to shield against UV rays, dryness and oxidation.

Its rich texture also ensures that dry skin is well-hydrated, tricking others into thinking you’ve had a well-rested night (even when you know you didn’t).

This range will be available from August 2017.

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