‘Single’s Inferno’ star Kim Min-ji reveals filler treatment behind her glow-up
Kim Min-ji / Captured from Kim's YouTube channel
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Track athlete Kim Min-ji, who appeared on the Netflix reality show “Single’s Inferno 5,” has shared the secret behind her improved appearance, drawing attention online.
Recently, Kim uploaded a video titled “You asked for a ‘Single’s Inferno 5’ Q&A, so here is a chaotic Kim Min-ji Q&A” on her YouTube channel, Kim Min-ji KIMMINGEE.
In the video, Kim spent time answering questions from fans. When asked whether she had undergone plastic surgery, she said she had not.
“I really did not have plastic surgery,” Kim said. “When I look at my old photos, even I am shocked. They are kind of wild,” she added.
She then revealed that she had undergone minor filler treatments.
“I got a little filler in my nose and forehead,” Kim said. “I only got a little filler, but I did not expect it would make this much of a difference,” she said.
Fillers can quickly enhance facial contours without surgery
The nose and forehead fillers Kim said she received are relatively simple procedures that can improve facial contours and balance proportions.
Nose fillers are commonly used to raise a low nasal bridge, smooth irregularities along the nose, and correct bumps or asymmetry.
Forehead fillers can make a sunken or flat forehead appear rounder and fuller, creating a softer and more youthful impression. They can also refine the side profile and help balance the overall facial outline.
One advantage of filler procedures is that visible changes can appear immediately without surgery.
Most fillers used today are made from hyaluronic acid, a substance similar to compounds naturally found in the body, which makes them relatively safe. However, the nose and forehead contain complex networks of blood vessels, meaning incorrect injection can compress or block vessels and lead to serious complications.
Immediate medical attention needed if vision changes or skin color shifts
Common side effects include swelling, bruising, tenderness, a feeling of a foreign substance and temporary asymmetry immediately after the procedure. These symptoms typically improve naturally within a few days to one or two weeks.
However, because the nose and forehead are located near blood vessels connected to the ophthalmic artery, filler accidentally injected into a vessel can block blood flow to the retina. In rare cases, severe complications such as skin necrosis, vascular occlusion, vision loss or blindness can occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment.
To minimize side effects, experts say procedures should be performed by medical professionals who fully understand facial anatomy and are prepared to respond quickly in emergencies.
Patients should accurately disclose their medical history during consultation, including previous filler treatments, past surgeries, autoimmune diseases and the use of anticoagulant medication.
Care after a procedure is also important. Patients should avoid strong pressure or massage on the treated area on the day of the procedure. Alcohol, saunas and intense exercise should be avoided for about three to five days.
If severe pain develops after treatment, or if the skin turns purplish or vision becomes blurry, patients should visit a hospital immediately.
This article from Kormedi.com, Korea’s top health care and medical portal, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.