Song Hye-kyo hits the spotlight for all the right reasons – her on-screen finesse, fashionable sartorial choices as well as dreamy glass skin. Even at 42, she boasts a luminous, clear and flawless skin that has all skincare enthusiasts in a chokehold. The K-drama star often generates massive buzz for her youthful looks, ageing like fine wine despite packed filming schedules, brand partnerships, events and the list goes on… Despite all the hustle, the actor’s always radiating that spotless glow – all thanks to her skincare routine. If you’re looking to elevate your skincare game, let’s take you through The Glory star Song Hye-kyo’s simple yet effective skincare routine that’ll bless you with that dreamy Korean glass skin.
Song Hye-kyo’s age-defying looks have also captured the fancy of top skincare brands like Sulwhasoo, Laneige, and Etude House, as they tapped her for ambassadorship deals. So, how does she maintain this enviable glow? Contrary to popular belief, she abides by really simple skincare rituals, blending natural ingredients with a couple of her holy-grail products to master that porcelain skin. From milk wash and essences to regular facials and sheet masks, let’s dig into Song Hye-kyo’s ultimate skincare secrets to get that Korean glazed look.
Song Hye-kyo’s go-to skincare rituals for achieving glass skin
1. Rinsing face with milk
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An ancient beauty tip our ancestors abided by, was a soothing milk wash that can work wonders for the skin. Song Hye-kyo has ditched expensive cleansers, using milk for her last rinse. According to Sportskeeda, the actor uses milk as the last step of her cleansing process. She warms up the milk to a comfortable lukewarm temperature and pours in directly on her face.
Milk contains abundant AHA and abundant minerals which gently remove all dead skin cells while keeping the skin moisturised and supple. The lactic acid in milk helps retain moisture and acts as a gentle exfoliator to remove impurities, leaving you with a brighter and more youthful complexion. Moreover, it also aids in acne and blemish reduction, provides relief from sunburn, evens out skin texture, soothes irritated skin and has anti-ageing properties.
In conclusion, milk isn’t just a beverage. It’s a versatile skincare ingredient that’ll be a valuable addition to your beauty routine irrespective of your skin type.
2. All things Sulwhasoo
Sulwhasoo is hands-down one of the best Korean skincare brands, and Song Hye-kyo swears by the brand’s beauty range. In a conversation with SCMP Style, the Sulwhasoo muse and brand ambassador revealed that she starts her routine with Sulwhasoo’s Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Water EX. She follows it up with the serum, cream and mask, all from the brand’s Concentrated Ginseng line. Sulwhasoo is a celebrity favourite pick, with K-pop icons like BLACKPINK’s Rose religiously using its products.
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3. Regular facials
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Always hopping from one work commitment to another, Song Hye-kyo needs regular self-pampering days to rejuvenate her skin. The actor is very diligent with her skincare and makes sure to get a refreshing facial on her off days.
While many of you abide by a daily skincare routine at home, it doesn’t hurt to let the professionals take care of your skin once in a while. If you think facials are nothing but an hour (and money) wasted in the salon, think again! Even if you don’t have any skin problems, facials are a great way to keep it healthy, glowing and just relaxed. It’s not only relaxing to the face but also to the mind. And when you feel good from within, your skin will also age gracefully.
4. Icing facials
One of Song’s skincare steps is to directly massage an ice cube on her face to soothe her skin. From removing blemishes to sculpting the skin, there are so many benefits of using ice cubes for skin care. Top facialists and makeup artists use ice cubes to prep the skin. No matter what state your face is in, or your skin type is, ice facials increase blood circulation, minimize pores, and soothe inflammation for clear, radiant skin.
The age-old ice-cold trick also helps other skincare products like serums or moisturisers to penetrate deeper, allowing for better absorption and therefore better results. It can even help sculpt your cheekbones, relieve you of acne pain and inflammation as well as banish undereye bags.
5. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle
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It’s rightly said that your skin is a reflection of your inner health. You can lather your face with the most expensive skincare products for all you want. However, if you’re not following a healthy lifestyle, it will reflect on your skin.
Song Hye-kyo incorporates a balanced diet and regular exercise into her routine, which impacts how her skin feels and reacts. According to Sportskeeda, she practices yoga regularly and fulfils her cardio count by walking or running outdoors for as long as possible. The 42-year-old notes that whenever she sweats it out, she sees a significant difference in her skin.
After all, flawless skin isn’t just a result of piling skincare products on your face, but also following a healthy lifestyle which gives you that radiance from within.
Will you try out Song Hye-kyo’s skincare routine?
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Why is Song Hye-kyo so famous?
Song Hye-kyo is one of South Korea’s most successful K-drama stars, best known for her role in The Glory.
- How did Song Hye-kyo lose weight?
According to multiple reports, Song Hye-kyo ate nothing but konjac rice for two months to prepare for her role in The Glory.
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Kriti Nayyar
Senior Digital Writer, Wellness, Culture, Astrology, Tech
Kriti is a stay-at-home dog mama, whose knack for telling interesting stories keeps her erstwhile monotonous life sane. A literature & journalism degree holder, you'll find her binging on Agatha Christie novels while critiquing the everyday state of affairs. On Kriti's seldom social outings, she's seen devouring coffee sangria with appetizing bread on the side.
