Singer Bada (46), a former member of the pioneering K-pop girl group S.E.S., recently addressed speculation regarding her remarkably youthful appearance and vibrant, sharp gaze.
After heavy face-filter photos triggered rumors of eye plastic surgery, Bada shared filter-free images to confront the claims head-on. Even without digital enhancements, she displayed a refreshed look defined by clear, striking eyes—a feature that can dramatically alter a person's facial impression, particularly in middle age.
The primary secret, Bada explained, was remarkably simple: cosmetic contact lenses. Appearing on the MBC talk show Radio Star, she quipped, “If I take out my lenses and take off my stage outfit, I look quite ordinary. But when I'm fully dressed, I look insanely pretty,” attributing her image transformation largely to color and circle lenses.
She also pointed to a rigorous physical fitness routine as a core pillar of her self-care regimen. Highlighting running and abdominal exercises, Bada shared, “I started with 5-kilometer runs and progressed to running 10 kilometers at a time last year. When preparing for a performance, I do 200 ab exercises a day.”
How Lenses Redefine the Eyes—and How to Wear Them Safely
A person’s eyes play a central role in shaping overall facial expression. Defining the outer boundary of the iris creates a clearer, brighter look, making the eyes appear larger and more vivid—a visual effect similar to emphasizing eyeliner or eyelashes with makeup.
Bada attributed her sharper gaze to two types of cosmetic lenses: color lenses, which alter iris tone, and circle lenses, which feature a dark outer ring that accentuates the edge of the iris. Lenses in shades like brown or gray add depth and definition, instantly changing the mood of the face.
While cosmetic lenses offer an instant aesthetic boost, eye care specialists warn that prolonged use can strain ocular health. Because contact lenses cover the corneal surface, they restrict oxygen flow to the eye. Extended wear can cause dryness, redness, foreign-body sensations, and fatigue. Cosmetic color lenses often have lower oxygen permeability than clear lenses due to embedded pigment layers.
To protect eye health, specialists advise strictly adhering to recommended wearing times, washing hands thoroughly before insertion, avoiding sleeping in lenses, and discarding daily disposables after a single use. Immediate removal is necessary if redness or pain occurs.
Fitness Secrets After 40: Running and Core Strength
Bada’s vibrant facial appearance is complemented by her toned physique. Regular running serves as an effective aerobic exercise for managing body fat, boosting heart rate to increase energy expenditure, and enhancing cardiovascular health. Maintaining this balance is especially critical after age 40, when muscle mass naturally declines and basal metabolic rates slow down.
The abdominal workouts Bada performs before stage shows focus on strengthening the core. Core muscles do more than sculpt visible abs; they stabilize the body's center and improve overall posture. Exercises such as bench leg raises, planks, and reverse crunches provide effective options for maintaining core strength, physical stability, and vitality.
