What does G-Dragon's health routine suggest about skincare and anti-aging?
K-POP artist G-Dragon recently shared his health management routine through a web variety show, drawing the attention of many. From him, maintaining unwavering energy and skin condition behind the scenes, we can find hints for health management applicable to our daily lives. Specifically, the black soybean tea, meditation, and tea ceremony emphasized by G-Dragon are known to be effective ways to observe and care for both body and mind simultaneously.
Routine 1 - Morning habit to start the day, 'Black Soybean Tea'
The way G-Dragon starts his day is slightly different from others. Instead of a regular glass of water, he balances his body inside and out by drinking black soybean tea.
Black soybeans, also known as 'seomoktae' or 'yak-kong', are small in size but are well known for their powerful antioxidant effects thanks to the abundant anthocyanin in their skin. Antioxidants play a crucial role in preventing cellular damage and delaying skin aging, so a cup of this tea may contribute to G-Dragon's excellent skin condition.
The superiority of black soybean tea does not end there. It is also rich in isoflavones, which have a phytoestrogenic effect similar to female hormones, potentially benefiting skin health, bone health, and vascular elasticity. However, excessive consumption can affect hormonal balance, so it is recommended to intake 1-2 cups a day.
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Routine 2 - Meditation for focus and psychological stability
The second routine introduced by G-Dragon is meditation. Despite hectic schedules, he maintains a time for meditation as he briefly focuses on his breathing during commutes or right before going on stage to maintain his own sense of balance.
Meditation is a highly effective method for relieving brain fatigue and controlling stress, with multiple studies confirming its efficacy. For instance, a study from Harvard Medical School disclosed that after eight weeks of regular meditation practice, the gray matter density in the hippocampus (an area responsible for memory) and the prefrontal cortex (an area for focus regulation) significantly increased. This is closely related to enhanced memory, sustained attention, and strengthened stress resilience.
From a skincare perspective, the positive effects of meditation are evident. Stabilization of the autonomic nervous system can lead to sebum secretion and blood flow regulation and hormonal balance maintenance, which can influence alleviating skin issues such as trouble or inflammation.
Routine 3 - Sensory awakening ritual, 'The Tea Ceremony'
The third routine introduced by G-Dragon is the 'Tea Ceremony'. He says it is not merely about drinking tea but about restoring the order of the mind through the 'process of brewing tea'.
The tea ceremony is a meditative activity that stabilizes the body and mind by repeating serene actions. Realizing the meaning implied by water temperature and time and savoring a sip of tea can have unexpectedly strong psychological effects. Especially as 'stress hormones (cortisol)' affecting skin conditions get relieved, the immune response is naturally regulated, and the skin barrier function can recover.
Meanwhile, the green tea varieties used in the tea ceremony contain catechins and flavonoid antioxidants. They can aid in internal blood purification, and liver function protection, potentially having positive effects on improving skin tone and fatigue recovery.
In conclusion: Routine is about dedication, not repetition
The routines practiced by G-Dragon are not grand or complex. They may seem as simple as spring water, but the hidden will of execution and delicate awareness in them are the essence of real health management. His choices to maintain the rhythm of the body beyond the skin can be reinterpreted as healthy habits that everyone can easily practice in everyday life.
YURICO5 believes that such harmonious convergence of nature, people, daily life, and science is the true start of wellness. YURICO5 will continue to do its best to protect the healthy beauty of customers by providing solutions tailored to individual skin characteristics and life rhythms.
The health routines emphasized by G-Dragon are becoming a necessary, natural, and effective method for modern people. These routines hold great significance in that they can be easily practiced in our daily lives. YURICO5 is continually striving to develop high-quality cosmetics using naturally-derived ingredients for anti-aging and healthy beauty.
