TAIPEI (TVBS News) — South Korean actress Kim Tae-hee (金泰希) made a highly anticipated return to Taiwan Thursday (June 12), gracing a press conference for Taiwanese medical aesthetics brand Jing Chi Beauty (君綺醫美) while candidly discussing her evolving beauty routine since marriage and motherhood. The celebrated actress, who hadn't visited the island in years, opened up about her increased reliance on aesthetic treatments to manage the demanding balance of acting career and parenting responsibilities. Kim fondly recalled her last major Taiwan visit during promotional activities for her drama "My Princess" (我的公主) over a decade ago, remembering both the whirlwind schedule and Taiwan's exceptional culinary offerings.
Kim expressed genuine admiration for Taiwan's distinctive beauty, particularly highlighting the island's impressive architecture and remarkably spacious roadways that left a lasting impression during her visit. The actress graciously thanked her devoted fans and local media representatives for their exceptionally warm reception throughout her stay. Her Wednesday (Jun 11) arrival featured an immediate culinary exploration of beloved Taiwanese delicacies, including flame-roasted duck and renowned Din Tai Fung (鼎泰豐) cuisine, with Kim praising both the food's refined lightness and its perceived beauty care benefits for maintaining healthy skin.
Kim generously shared insights into her comprehensive beauty regimen, emphasizing the fundamental importance of regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and careful diet management as her primary wellness foundation. She revealed that these core practices are occasionally supplemented by medical aesthetic treatments to achieve enhanced and more noticeable results. Married to fellow South Korean entertainer RAIN (鄭智薰) since 2017, Kim candidly acknowledged the significant challenges of juggling household responsibilities with intensive childcare duties, explaining how these demanding life changes ultimately prompted her decision to explore professional aesthetic treatments for maintaining her appearance. ◼
