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[Culture & Life Reporter Eunji Kim] Even during the Miss Korea and Miss Universe pageants, actress Kim Yumi never relied on anyone else's hands. Holding a makeup brush herself, actress Kim Yumi knew better than anyone which colors, textures, and products suited her best.

After learning and practicing makeup and developing an interest in the cosmetics field, she recently appeared as the main MC on Dong-A TV's "Beauty & Booty Season 5," sharing beauty tips she has steadily accumulated through pageant participation and photo shoots with viewers.

With her exceptional interest and skills in beauty, Kim Yumi has emerged as a next-generation style icon that many want to emulate. From her skincare to makeup and even daily routines, we explored her beauty know-how from A to Z.

BEAUTY, YUMI

Q. First, please share your thoughts on appearing in the beauty information program "Beauty & Booty Season 5."

A. I’m so excited to meet viewers again after a long time. I’ve always been very interested in beauty, so I’m really happy to participate in a beauty program like this. I want to share many of my beauty tips on "Beauty & Booty Season 5."

Q. It seems you have a deep affection for beauty. I heard you showcased your own makeup during a photo shoot. When and how did you become interested in beauty?

A. During the Miss Korea and Miss Universe pageants, I had to do my own makeup. So I learned makeup from professional instructors at that time. I also picked out and prepared products and colors that suited me. Learning and practicing makeup made me more interested in beauty. The more I learned, the more fun it became.

Q. You once wrote on Instagram after visiting Sephora, calling it a "black hole you can’t escape once you enter." When shopping in a beauty store like a black hole, what kind of items catch your eye?

A. Honestly, when I enter a beauty store, I lose track of time just browsing. Every time I go, there are new products and many interesting items. I feel like I’ve tested products several times, and suddenly it’s dark outside. (laughs) I just can’t get out. It really is a black hole.

I’m always drawn to products with subtle shimmer. If the shimmer is too much, I tend not to use it. I always test products with natural shimmer that can be used as daily items. I’m interested in color products in baby pink or coral pink tones.

For lip products, I usually use recommendations from friends or staff depending on my mood. During transitional seasons like now, my lips tend to be dry, so I use moisturizing formulas a lot.

Q. What do you think is the most important part of makeup?

A. Personally, I think the most important parts of makeup are longevity and eye makeup. Even if the skin looks great, if the makeup doesn’t last, you have to keep worrying about it. You end up staring at the mirror all day and can’t focus on anything else. Makeup that lasts all day is the first thing I consider important.

The second is eye makeup. I think eye makeup is the part where you can try many variations depending on the mood. How you change it can make a big difference in your image, even with very small differences. Makeup is fun because it can be expressed so differently with these subtle differences.

DAILY, YUMI

Q. Your skin shines even with light makeup. Do you have any special skincare secrets? Also, could you share your cleansing routine?

A. My skin is quite thin and dry, so I prefer oil cleansing. I alternate between oil cleanser products and natural rosehip oil. First, I remove color makeup and foundation with an oil-based cleansing product, then use a foaming cleanser.

After double cleansing like this, the face tends to get very dry. So I cleanse once more with natural rosehip oil. I massage it in the direction of the skin texture as if relieving facial fatigue, then rinse with water. For those with dry skin like me during transitional seasons, I recommend trying oil cleansing and oil massage.

Q. You seem to favor natural, pure-looking makeup. What is your actual daily makeup style?

A. During shoots, I do full makeup. So on days without schedules, I do very simple makeup. I believe the skin needs rest too. I like simple yet slightly accented natural makeup. I usually apply sunscreen or a light cushion foundation, and depending on the mood, sometimes emphasize my eyelashes. Occasionally, I add a lip color to give a point to the natural makeup.

Q. Lastly, could you give us a hint about your upcoming activities?

A. I spent all summer filming an independent movie, and just before Chuseok, the filming finally wrapped up. As the project I put so much effort into ends, I’m excited to meet viewers through the beauty program. I will reveal many more of my beauty tips on "Beauty & Booty Season 5," so please watch. I will be active diversely as both MC and actress Kim Yumi, so please look forward to it. Thank you.

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