A growing number of South Korean celebrities are openly discussing their cosmetic procedures, signalling a cultural shift in how stars engage with the public about beauty standards.
“It’s only been a week, but I’m grateful for the last-minute schedule I was able to attend,” Shinji wrote, pre-emptively addressing potential criticism. “Once the swelling goes down, it’ll look similar to before. So, no saying ‘You looked better before.’ Wait until it heals.”
Similarly, actress Han Ye-seul revealed she receives Ultherapy yearly, a non-invasive procedure that stimulates collagen production. “It depends on your skin type, but I start the year fresh with Ultherapy,” she said.
“It’s painful, so I get it under sedation. Since I’m already under, I also get Dermatoxin and Rejuran treatments at the same time. If my skin feels off midyear, I sometimes get Thermage as well.”