How do crush-worthy male celebs take care of their skin? Aaron Kwok, Derek Chang, Song Joong Ki, Kim Soo Hyun, Lee Jong Suk, and David Beckham share their tips for maintaining youthful and glowing skin.
It is no secret that Heavenly King Aaron Kwok is a firm believer in taking care of your skin. An avid fan of Lancome beauty products, he may be over 50, but you hardly see wrinkles or dark spots on his face.
When the Hong Kong star graced the launch of Lancome’s Advanced Genifique Virtual Flagship store, he shared with local media in a Zoom interview that he has been taking care of his skin since his twenties. He regularly uses skincare products on top of his daily cleansing, does regular exercise to sweat out toxins for a better complexion, and also maintains a positive mindset. To him, good skin starts from within and one should take a holistic approach to skincare.
Taiwanese actor Derek Chang may have a baby face, but he has stepped up his daily skincare routine to fight the signs of ageing. He shared that after he cleanses his face every day, he will first soak cotton pads in toner and leave them on his cheeks for a short while before continuing with his skincare routine. This helps the skin to absorb essence and other skincare products better.
As a male celebrity, his eyes are as important to him as his looks, so after his skincare routine, he makes sure to apply eye cream to prevent fine lines from forming.
South Korean actor Kim Soo Hyun enjoyed great success with his comeback drama It’s Okay To Not Be Okay after his discharge from the army in 2019. Besides praising his acting skills, many fans also felt that he has become more good-looking after his military stint.
Soo Hyun has endorsed Korean beauty products, and his secret weapon for great skin are easy-to-use face masks that can nourish skin quickly and effortlessly. He will choose from different types of masks based on his skin condition and needs at the moment. For example, if he has to attend an event the next day, he will put on a hydrating mask with vitamin C properties so that his skin will look radiant and supple.
South Korean actor Song Joong Ki, who has been actively promoting his new movie Space Sweepers, he says that he has been taking care of his skin since he was young. He used to be a short track speed skater, and his skin was prone to drying out and cracking when it was exposed to strong winds and the cold when he competed during winter.
Besides focusing on hydration and diligently applying moisturiser on his face, Joong Ki also pays special attention to this eye area and uses eye creams and eye masks to prevent fine lines and wrinkles from forming in the eye area.
With his flawless, fair skin and naturally red and full lips, South Korean actor Lee Jong Suk’s boy-next-door looks have captured the hearts of many female fans.
As a beauty brand ambassador, it’s no surprise that he has In a previous interview, he shared that besides following a daily skincare routine, he will protect his skin by always applying sunblock before heading outdoors. Also, he will ensure that he drinks plenty of water every day.
With a fashionable and stylish wife, it’s no wonder that international football icon David Beckham dresses well and takes good care of his appearance. He has said that although he thinks skincare is important, he isn’t fond of overly complicated steps and follows a 7-minute routine that focuses on cleansing and moisturising.
For men who think that skincare is troublesome and use that as a reason to neglect their skin, they should take a leaf out of his book. A quick and efficient skincare routine can help to keep their skin clean and healthy while saving time and hassle.
This article was first published in ICON and translated by Valerie Toh.