Comedian and broadcaster Maeng Seung-ji has shared an update on her recent experience undergoing a procedure to remove lip fillers, offering candid reflections on the process and its outcome. She revealed that after returning from a trip to Hong Kong, she visited a clinic to dissolve the fillers that had been injected into her lips.
Maeng Seung-ji Details Filler Removal Procedure
Maeng Seung-ji posted images on her social media account detailing the immediate aftermath of the filler dissolution. The accompanying photos showed her lips significantly swollen, a common side effect of the procedure. She explained that the swelling was due to the hyaluronidase injection used to break down the filler material, clarifying her current condition.
The comedian also revisited the reasons behind her initial decision to get lip fillers back in February. Maeng Seung-ji admitted that she had brought reference photos to the clinic, requesting a specific look. Despite the clinic director’s reservations, suggesting that the desired outcome might not be aesthetically pleasing, Maeng Seung-ji proceeded with the procedure, driven by her desire to try it.
Reflections on the Filler Experience
However, as time passed, her perspective on the fillers began to change. Looking back at photos and videos, Maeng Seung-ji realized that her lips appeared unnaturally prominent and did not align with her original vision. She confessed, “When I looked at the photos and videos again, I thought, ‘This isn’t my face.’ My lips looked too exaggerated, which felt unnatural and wasn’t the look I had wanted.” She also mentioned that her mother had commented on the unusual appearance of her lips, further solidifying her decision to have them removed.
While acknowledging the significant swelling immediately following the dissolution procedure, Maeng Seung-ji expressed optimism about her recovery. She noted that the swelling is typically expected to subside within about three days. “신기하게도 (신기하게도 – miraculously/strangely enough), after dissolving the filler, my lips feel much lighter, and my mind feels more at ease,” she shared, indicating a sense of relief.
Lessons Learned from Cosmetic Procedures
Maeng Seung-ji reflected on her experience, concluding that “excess is never good.” She shared her belief that cosmetic procedures, including surgeries, do not necessarily lead to improved beauty when pursued with excessive desire. Instead, she feels that a slightly understated approach results in the most natural and elegant appearance. “Let’s try to have a little less desire and stay pretty for a long time,” she advised, sharing her personal philosophy on aesthetics and self-care.
Background of Maeng Seung-ji
Maeng Seung-ji debuted as a comedian in 2013 as part of MBC’s 20th open recruitment. She gained public recognition through various comedy programs such as ‘Falling in Comedy’ and ‘Infinite Challenge,’ where she served as a reporter. More recently, she has been in the spotlight for her announcement that she would be retiring from her career as a comedian, while simultaneously stating her intention to continue diverse activities in acting, broadcasting, and production.
