Somin, "Great stress due to skin troubles last summer"... Reveals routine for maintaining honey skin

Singer Somin communicated with fans through her YouTube channel after a long time, sharing her recent updates and her own management secrets in detail. Based on questions received in advance through Instagram stories, Somin provided answers in four categories: fashion, beauty, and dieting.

"Shocked because my skin got bad"... Skincare and the importance of sleep to overcome stress

Somin confessed her recent skin concerns honestly. She revealed that she suffered great stress because of skin troubles of unknown cause that occurred all over her face since last summer. She stated that she tried to resolve it herself, but as it did not improve, she has been visiting a dermatologist once a week for the past 3 months to undergo extraction and regeneration treatments. She confessed that when her skin condition was poor, she felt so stressed that she lacked energy for the day and felt upset.

Regarding her usual skincare routine, she explained a 4-step process consisting of skin/toner, ampoule, lotion, and cream. In particular, she emphasized the importance of cleansing, stating that on days when she only applies sunscreen, she prefers mid-day cleansing using cleansing milk to protect the skin barrier. She added that this is a method also recommended by dermatologists. On the other hand, she stated that on days when she wears heavy makeup, she performs double cleansing using oil and gel cleansers. Additionally, Somin cited sleep as the most core secret to "honey skin." She emphasized that high-quality sleep between 12 AM and 2 AM is essential for skin regeneration, and no matter how good the cosmetics are, getting enough sleep comes first.

"Breakfast with apple and peanut butter"... A routine built on diet and exercise

Regarding questions about dieting, she revealed specific dietary management methods based on her past experiences. Somin stated that during a time when she worried because she had a constitution that gained weight as soon as she ate, she followed a strict dietary routine for 6 months. She explained that she has maintained the habit of consuming a glass of water and probiotics every morning since her elementary school days, and afterwards, she eats an apple and peanut butter to maintain satiety and stays in a fasting state until lunch.

She adjusted her diet flexibly. If she ate stimulating food for lunch, she ate cleanly for dinner, and in the opposite case, she balanced it by eating regular meals. In particular, she advised to be wary of "reward psychology." She said that even if enjoying a cheating day, allowing it for only one day and returning to the daily diet immediately the next day is the key to maintenance. Regarding exercise, she gave a clear answer: "You just do it." She said she has recently found interest in weight training and is performing routines focused on lower body, shoulders, and back, and combines about 30 minutes of cardio after weights. She mentioned that she is practicing with the goal of exercising about three times a week.

"Prefers leather and denim"... Reveals fashion tastes and frequently used brands

Detailed answers continued regarding her fashion and beauty tastes. Somin stated that she prefers chic styles and likes leather materials and denim the most. In particular, she showed affection for denim pants, owning about 20 to 30 pairs at home. In terms of style, she pursues 'Simple is the best' and aims for a clean style that can create her own aura with just a white T-shirt and jeans.

As frequently used fashion brands, she mentioned Glowny, LCDC, and Sculptor. She added that she enjoys wearing these brands so much that about 90% of her Instagram posts feature products from these brands. For beauty items, she shared a routine of using HANSKIN BB cream and combining lip products such as Heart Percent lip liner, TONYMOLY lip tint, and too cool for school tint. Additionally, she stated that in her daily life, she enjoys magnet nails and has been using 'Kkonyeo Nail' located in Sindang-dong for several years. As essential items in her bag, she picked a wallet, AirPods, daily lip products, cushion, eye drops, mini perfume, and hair fixing brush.

Source: original video (YouTube)