The degree to which S.H.E., Chinese superstar girl group, "love beauty" has actually, in the past, left people speechless! In the most recent issue of 美妝年鑑 [Mei Zhuang Nian Jian] [Yearbook of Beauty], the three members revealed each other's "crazy" habits. For example, whenever Hebe hears something like "Top-of-the-line Moisturizing Product: will let your skin experience something completely new. Each and every cell will be brimming with moisture... ," she will, like an amnesiac who has forgotten all past experiences, go out and buy the product crazily. Ella doesn't even bat an eye at beauty cream priced at $48,000 NTD a bottle; she even tried to excuse herself, saying that that particular brand was beneficial for mothers, older sisters, and younger sisters... everyone in the family! Selina, meanwhile, is a faithful user and "follower" of skin whitening products. Upon hearing of a friend's whitening experience, Selina actually decided to spend two or three years eating ground pearl powder. She wholeheartedly looked forward to the day that she could have "white skin." S.H.E., who have gradually matured from "big girls" to "little women," now have a new view and understanding of "beauty." S.H.E. stressed, however, "Life isn't a beauty contest. Don't worry too much about your own appearance, about what's outside. You have to learn to love your own interior and your own natural, unique type of beauty." Moreover, S.H.E. is aware of their own "imperfect beauty." Ella feels that her nostrils are too round, which doesn't look good; when taking pictures, she is always afraid that they'll capture her nose at an elevated angle. Selina finds her face to be too round and fleshy, which is imperfect; thus, she always uses her hair to cover and "modify" part of her face. As for Hebe, the reason she loves to wear boots is because they can disguise her own O-shaped legs (蘿蔔腿). All three have, in the past, gone on diets to lose weight and appear slimmer and more graceful. Subsequently, however, they became very unhappy. They then discovered that the type of "beauty" they were seeking is often only a myth and a type of hindrance. "Now, we are slowly growing up. Now, we understand that it's important to love ourselves; we know what suits and fits us. It's like everything has suddenly become boundless." Selina also said, "As we're envying other people, other people are also envying everything that we have." Ella shouted in agreement, "I think that the current me is super-pretty!" Optimistic, open-minded, and understanding the importance of appreciating their own charms-- this most beautiful power is the reason that they hold their own universe in their hands. Source: NOWNews Translation Credit: tammiest @ http://asianfanatics.net/ ---------------------- ADDITIONAL ARTICLE ------------------------- S.H.E Hectic Promotion Schedule to Begin in China; Debut Autograph Session in Beijing on 24 October 2008 SHE’s webcast – “FM SHE” has reaped unparallel success. Last evening on 19 Oct, Miss Universe – SHE rode on the happy waves of “FM SHE” to organize the “SHE Top Girl – New Songs Concert in Taipei” in the National Taiwan Normal University – NTNU’s Stadium (Shi Fan University Stadium). Their splendid songs and dance performance won over the crowd. Good friend, Zhang Xuan and their junior, Judy Zhou Ding Wei also lend their support. Zhang Xuan’s unplugged segment with SHE showcased a different side of S.H.E’s songs, adding new emotions and experiences. Meanwhile, later in the same week, S.H.E will continue their hectic album promotions for “FM SHE” in China. Starting on 24 Oct, SHE will hold their debut autograph session for “FM SHE” in Beijing! Last evening’s concert was the first time Selina returned to her university after graduation. Selina admitted that she was very nervous and said, “The last time I stepped into the stadium was for the graduation convocation. Everything seems like it happened yesterday; but in fact, it was over so many years already.” On the other hand, this was also the first time NTNU loaned its stadium to artistes for concert, hence S.H.E created another first. The concert started off with a spark of creativity. Only S.H.E’s voices were heard vaguely amidst a chorus of radio broadcasts. Eventually, Miss Universe – SHE finally found the frequency wave that belongs to them. When S.H.E’s silhouette appeared behind a white screen, the crowd’s deafening cheers nearly blew the roof of the NTNU Stadium apart. Donned in futuristic-looking silver costumes, SHE started to sing their new hit song – Miss Universe and showed off their robotic dance moves. Next up was the lively song – I Love Troubles. The newly choreographed dance moves also made this song more interesting. After the song, “Martians” suddenly invaded the Stadium. To everyone’s relief, they were street performers in disguise. Then they joined S.H.E on stage to sing – I Am Martian. This led all the audience into a joyous mood. Shortly after the “Martians” left, the Little Prince from - Planet 612, came on stage. S.H.E accepted the rose from the Little Prince and savored the sweet romance in their hearts. Zhang Xuan’s unplugged segment was undoubtedly another climax in the concert. S.H.E shared that they once made a pact with Zhang Xuan to work together in their future concert. Hence upon confirmation of their concert, they immediately extended the invitation to Zhang Xuan. S.H.E was greatly moved by Zhang Xuan when she agreed without hesitation. With the happy mood after receiving the rose from the Little Prince, and in addition to Zhang Xuan’s pure, unpretentious vocals and guitar accompaniment, S.H.E and Zhang Xuan sang a duet for the song – Baobei. It was very heartwarming and sweet. After Zhang Xuan’s song, the group then unraveled another surprise for the audience by singing SHE’s – Electrified. With the simple accompaniment of the guitar, the song – Electrified, has a new makeover. Fans were attracted and enjoyed the song very much and joined the artistes in singing aloud. After some hot dance moves, S.H.E changed into cool black costumes to come on stage again. Selina’s “Panther’s Fist”, Hebe’s “Cricket’s Fist” and Ella’s “Tiger Fist” all highlighted their style and gusto when singing the song – Girls Ought To Be Strong. With the song, SHE urged all girls in love, to triumph over the bad guys and stand up for themselves bravely. After this song, SHE sang the sentimental – Moonlight Manual and the eastern R&B genre’s – Waiter. While fans were still indulging in SHE’s beautiful vocals, the atmosphere suddenly turned high again with a series of medley from – Don’t Wish To Grow Up, Persian Cat, IOIO. Fans could no longer hold back and all got onto their feet to dance along with the music. Having just rushed to SHE’s concert from Tai Chong’s “Star 4 You School Concert”, Judy Zhou Ding Wei also sang his new song – Lonely Box Room. The medium slow song with its strong beat and a mixture of R&B and Chinese genres, coupled with Zhou Ding Wei’s slick dance moves and burst of energy, fully displayed his dancing and singing capabilities and won the applause of all the audience. Onstage once again, S.H.E now donned classic and elegant blue and white costumes. Usually seen in sport shoes, Ella actually wore heels instead, and instantly reveals much femininity even in the way she walked onstage. Ella shared, as the 2 following songs – Already Silent and Highway Exit By The Sea; are songs which are sentimental and require little actions, hence she dared to wear heels. Finally S.H.E said, “FM SHE hopes to spread joy and hope. Other than singing the new songs from the album, they also wish to bring hope and energy to all with many of their earlier songs.” Therefore in the medley of – Listen To Angels Sing, Magic, Golden Steel Shield Vest and Belief, the “SHE Top Girl – New Songs Concert” came to a successful closing. The concert of 2 hours, 18 songs has an estimated production cost of NT$8,000,000. The stage itself already accounted for NT$5,000,000, while S.H.E’s 3 sets of grand costumes cost almost NT$700,000. The 23 dancers have an estimated cost of NT$800,000 and other miscellaneous amount up to NT$1,500,000. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxohMrdbD10 Source: Sina Translated by : syyang of Baidu Ella Forum
what group of girls doesn't go crazy for make up products..... especially if you are high end HK celebs.... but that is some high ass spendings......
