According to HK01Chen celebrated her 47th birthday on April 4. In a video posted to her Douyin account, she appeared with smooth skin and a radiant complexion, prompting fans to ask how she manages to look “20 years younger” than her age.
Chen said she is prone to breakouts during periods of stress and combats them by drinking soy milk daily. Rich in isoflavones, soy milk can support collagen production, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and promote brighter-looking skin. It may also help regulate hormones.
She recommends choosing low-sugar or unsweetened varieties to help manage calorie intake and maintain a healthy figure.
In addition to plant-based milk, Chen includes animal organ meats in her diet. Many people avoid organ meats due to their strong flavor. However, Chen said in a reality show that eating items such as pig intestines and pig brain has contributed to her youthful looks.
She noted that pig intestines are high in collagen, which supports skin elasticity, while pig brains contain phospholipids that may help protect the brain and aid cell repair. Iron-rich organ meats are also considered beneficial for improving circulation and giving the complexion a healthy, rosy appearance, particularly for those prone to anemia.
Taiwanese actress Joe Chen. Photo from Chen’s Instagram |
Beyond skincare, Chen follows a grapefruit-based diet to manage her weight. At each meal, she eats half a grapefruit or drinks a glass of grapefruit juice alongside other foods while eliminating starches. She follows the regimen for 12 consecutive days, then takes a two-day break before repeating the cycle. She said the plan once helped her lose 3 kilograms in six days.
Grapefruit is low in calories, containing about 42 calories per 100 grams, yet can promote a feeling of fullness. It also contains naringin, a compound that may help stabilize blood sugar levels and support metabolism, making it a popular alternative to higher-calorie carbohydrates.
Chen also turns to cosmetic acupuncture, or facial acupuncture, a traditional therapy that uses ultra-fine needles applied across the body.
She said the treatment not only relieves shoulder and neck pain and reduces the appearance of a “dowager’s hump,” but also helps firm facial muscles. Practitioners say the technique works by stimulating circulation and targeting layers of skin, fat, and muscle to improve skin tone, reduce dark spots, minimize pores, and create a lifting effect.
Another key part of Chen’s routine is soaking in the bath. She said she enjoys hot baths for their ability to induce sweating, which she believes can be more effective than exercise.
Bathing may help improve circulation, relax muscles, and reduce water retention, contributing to a slimmer, more toned appearance. However, experts caution that prolonged hot baths may not be suitable for people with a history of cardiovascular disease or diabetes.
Chen, often dubbed the “Queen of Idol Dramas,” rose to fame with leading roles in hit series such as “The Prince Who Turns Into a Frog,” “Fated to Love You,” and “The Queen of SOP.”
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