Queen of Tears Actress Kim Ji-won Shares Her Top Beauty Tips, Including a Unique Way of Applying Ampoules

If you’re a fan of the hit K-drama Queen of Tears, then you’re in for a treat!

Kim Ji-won, who plays the role of Hong Hae-in in Queen of Tears, has been stealing the show with her incredible talent. You might remember her from her previous amazing performances in The Heirs and Descendants of the Sun.

Not only is Ji-won a talented actress, people also can’t help but notice her youthful glow and flawless complexion.

We’ve been curious about her secrets to achieving such a stunning look, so we’ve gathered Ji-won’s top beauty tips, including her unique minimalist approach to skincare and the products she swears by.

Keep reading to find out how she keeps her skin healthy and radiant!

Less Is More

Ji-won prefers to keep her skincare routine simple and effective, especially since she has sensitive skin.

She has revealed hat her skin tends to get red and irritated after spending long hours shooting on set, or being under the sun for extended periods of time.

So, she avoids overcomplicating things and focuses on using gentle products to prevent any damage while maintaining smooth and healthy skin.

Ji-won also opts for multi-purpose products, like using moisturising lotion for her hands and a moisturiser or ampoule for her undereyes, instead of separate hand cream or anti-ageing eye cream.

A Simple 5-Step Routine

Ji-won’s skincare routine is all about simplicity, with just five easy steps!

To start off, she cleanses her skin to get rid of any dirt and impurities, followed by a hydrating toner to refresh her skin.

After that, she applies a potent ampoule for a boost of moisture, leaving her skin feeling smooth and healthy!

When her skin needs extra hydration, she reaches for a moisturising cream to seal in all the goodness from her skincare routine, and wraps it up with high-quality sun protection.

Listen To Your Skin

Ji-won is very conscious of her skin’s condition, and believes that our skin has limits on how much it can absorb at a time. That’s why she makes sure to customise her skincare routine to suit her daily requirements!

She adjusts her products accordingly based on how her skin is feeling, switching them up or skipping some based on her skin’s needs on any given day.

For example, when her skin is dry, she opts for richer and thicker moisturisers to replenish hydration. On the other hand, if her skin is oilier than usual, she prefers lightweight serums to avoid overwhelming her skin.

Use Refrigerated Ampoule Pads

Ji-won swears by ampoules for her skincare routine, since they can effectively hydrate and soothe her skin, giving it the nourishment it needs.

Plus, she has a special technique for applying her ampoules – she saturates a cotton pad with the ampoule, chills it in the fridge for 10 minutes, and gently presses it onto her cheeks.

This method not only hydrates and nourishes her skin, but also minimises pores for a flawless complexion. Plus, it’s a nice cooling treat in our hot climate, for a bit of self-care and relaxation!

Exfoliate Regularly

Ji-won understands the importance of exfoliation in her skincare routine. By gently removing dead skin cells, she allows her skincare products to penetrate her skin more effectively, keeping her skin smooth and her makeup flawless throughout the day.

Unlike many others, Ji-won doesn’t carry a makeup pouch with her. Since she’s often too busy for touch-ups, she ai,s to achieve a perfect base, so that her makeup will last all day!

To ensure that her skin stays healthy and radiant, Ji-won opts for gentle exfoliators like the Dr. G Brightening Peeling Gel.

This product not only improves skin texture but also brightens dull skin, without causing any irritation or compromising the skin barrier.

The Dr. G Brightening Peeling Gel retails for RM105 on Shopee. It’s currently going at 35% off, so tap in to see the latest price!

Remember Sun Protection

Lastly, don’t forget to include sunscreen in your skincare routine!

Ji-won makes sure she always has adequate sun protection for her skin, since sunscreen is an essential step that not only shields your skin from harmful UV rays but also helps prevent premature aging and maintain an even skin tone.

Ji-won’s go-to sunscreen is the Dr. G Brightening Up Sun SPF 50+ PA+++.

This gentle formula is perfect for sensitive skin and even has a peachy tint to give your complexion a beautiful tone-up effect. With this sunscreen, you can enjoy flawless skin that’s well-protected from the sun!

The Dr. G Brightening Up Sun SPF 50+ PA+++ retails for RM135 on Shopee. It’s currently going at 40% off, so tap in to see the latest price!

Featured image credits: @geewonii/Instagram.