Lee Jung-jae reveals skin condition: 'My face turns red when I'm tired'

Actor Lee Jung-jae has candidly shared his recent struggle with a skin disorder that causes noticeable redness on his face. As he detailed how he meticulously manages his skin even while handling overseas schedules, attention has turned to the self-care routines of a veteran actor who has spent decades before the camera.

On the 19th, Lee revealed his daily life in Switzerland through a video released on Artist Company's official YouTube channel. Preparing for a shoot in his hotel room, Lee appeared somewhat flustered as the camera unexpectedly turned on, saying, "I just took a shower, so I haven't even dried my hair properly truly yet."

However, as he began preparing to go out, he spoke about skincare while personally applying sunscreen. He explained that the redness on his face is not merely temporary skin trouble, but the result of a skin disorder.

"My facial skin condition hasn't healed yet. It's in the process of healing, but I must apply sunscreen," Lee said. "Otherwise, blemishes can form." Reflecting on his past habits, he added, "I didn't use it when I was young, but blemishes have started to appear slightly, which is quite bothersome. So these days, I try to apply it whenever possible."

Specifically, he expressed regret over not using enough sunscreen in his youth, stating, "I slightly regret not taking care of it when I was younger." Given his profession, which requires long periods of exposure to intense studio lighting and filming environments, he seems to feel the importance of skincare even more acutely.

Currently, noticeable redness remains on Lee's face. He laughed, saying, "Since I have a skin disorder, I have to cover it up a little. I mean, I am an actor, after all." This suggests that for an actor whose appearance is directly linked to his professional image, a minimum amount of coverage is a necessity.

Lee also explained that his skin condition is inconsistent. "Once or twice a year, it gets extremely red," he said, adding, "It gets quite red when I am tired." He noted that while he covers his skin when symptoms appear, he lives without extra coverage once the condition improves.

This approach appears to be a realistic balance between his professional requirements and his health, rather than a simple obsession with appearance. Especially during overseas events involving long-distance travel and tight schedules, fatigue is inevitable, making it difficult to maintain consistent skin health.

Lee also shared how he manages his appearance during international activities. "When I attend overseas events, I don't usually travel with hair and makeup stylists, so I do everything myself, which is why I've improved a lot," he said.

In the video, Lee was seen tidying his hair and applying sunscreen and concealer without any assistance from staff. It is noteworthy that a top actor, who has presented a polished image for decades, manages his appearance in such an unexpectedly humble way off-camera.

Lee's recent confession highlights how, as actors age, appearance management evolves from simple aesthetics into essential health management. Lifestyle habits sustained by youth and physical strength eventually leave traces on the skin, and the actor is naturally adapting his methods to these changes.

In particular, Lee has recently expanded his influence beyond acting to become a key figure in the global content industry as a producer. As his schedule increases with domestic and international filming and official events, managing his physical condition has become a vital requirement for sustaining his career.

What stands out in the video is that Lee did not attempt to hide or glamorize his skin condition. By showing his reddened face directly, he calmly explained the cause of the symptoms and the fact that he is currently undergoing treatment.

While the era demands perfection from actors on screen, Lee's appearance shows the flip side of that ideal. Even he, who has portrayed cool and powerful characters in numerous works, is an ordinary person whose face turns red when tired, who regrets past habits, and who adapts his makeup and UV protection to his current condition.

Ultimately, this update serves as an example of how a long-time actor understands and manages his body, rather than being a provocative look at a 'star's bare face.' Attention is now focused on how Lee will continue his global activities while managing his health.