During a special event in Taipei to announce her new partnership with FANCL, actress Ning Zhang shared some of her beauty secrets.
During a special event in Taipei to announce her new partnership with FANCL, actress Ning Zhang shared some of her beauty secrets.
You’ve been in the industry for over 10 years now. What are some of your top beauty tips?
Be sure to moisturise, so your skin can better absorb the benefits of your skincare products. Your complexion will also look better. Once your skin looks healthier, you’ll be more radiant and beautiful. The biggest difference to my skincare routine now is that I know about preservatives in beauty products, and so I choose products that are preservative-free.
When did you first start using FANCL products and what do you love about them?
I started using FANCL products when I was in my 20s. I have lots of favourite products, including the Tense Up collagen drink, Moisturizing Lotion, and Mild Cleansing Oil, which really removes all traces of makeup.
How do you keep your skin healthy despite your busy schedule?
The first step is actually taking care of my body. I mind what I eat, because your body’s performance comes from your eating habits. So I don’t eat food with artificial preservatives, and I don’t like food with too many additives. Also, I like food that is nourishing and keeps me healthy, such as collagen or red bean soup. I eat lots of fruits and vegetables, sleep early whenever I can, and exercise. Other than that, I make sure to use suitable skin care products without preservatives. When I’m busy, I make sure to take supplements such as Tense Up to have a healthier complexion.
Do you ever worry about ageing? Or do you embrace it?
When I was [younger], I worried about it. But during the year when I did volunteer work, I realised my worries should be answered quite simply. I should be asking myself, “Why do I like acting? Why do I like performing?” Once I can answer those, age shouldn’t be something I fear. With age comes wisdom and calm.
What is your daily skincare routine like?
I use FANCL products to remove my makeup and cleanse the skin. After that, I apply FANCL’s Moisturizing Lotion. Before I sleep, I drink Tense Up and when I’m shooting outside and it’s sunny, I will use brightening products.
What advice would you give to young women when it comes to looking after their skin?
Making sure that your skin is clean is most important. After cleansing, moisturise! Like I said before, once your skin is moisturised and healthy, it can better absorb skincare products. Choosing products that are preservative-free is also super important. When your skin is healthy, you’ll look beautiful even when you don’t apply makeup.
Text Karen Fong.
