Kwon Mina shared a new post, and her latest update is deeply alarming. The former AOA member shared that a cosmetic procedure in January left her with second-degree burns, scars, and panic attacks. She explained that seeing the severe damage to her face triggered her panic attacks and stopped her from working.
A doctor later confirmed she had deep second-degree burns with severe blistering, pus, and peeling skin. What was supposed to be a beauty procedure turned into a traumatic experience.
600 Shots and a Face Full of Scars
In a long social media post, Mina didn’t just talk about her physical injuries; she also described the emotional damage. According to Mina, she received a “shrink lifting” procedure on January 24, 2026. She said she was given 600 shots while under sedation because, in her own words, Mina spoke directly to the clinic’s director and pointed out serious mistakes in how they handled her case
Mina revealed that the clinic didn’t record her accident on January 24th, left out her burn treatments from January 26th, and didn’t have a signed consent form for that day. She is also very frustrated because she wasn’t allowed to review the CCTV footage with her lawyer for evidence. Additionally, she noted that a nursing assistant, not a registered nurse, handled her blood vessels.
Mina’s Battle With Trauma and Anxiety
This injury has completely ruined Mina’s mental health and daily life. Denying that she is just trying to hurt the clinic’s reputation, Mina shared that she now lives in total isolation. Her painful daily routine consists only of traveling between her home, a skin clinic for treatment, and a psychiatrist to cope with the trauma. Because she faces permanent facial scars that makeup cannot hide, she is dealing with severe anxiety and heavy financial stress.
The post quickly spread across online communities, especially as she shared photos showing the marks left behind. Many internet users worried about Mina’s mental health, especially since she has talked so openly about her past trauma and struggles online.
Quick timeline of the latest Kwon Mina update
- January 2025: Mina announced a new start as a dermatology clinic counselor.
- August 2025: She revealed that she had left the clinic job after about five months.
- January 24, 2026: She underwent the cosmetic procedure that she says resulted in second-degree burns and scarring.
- February 2026: Mina publicly detailed the incident, saying panic attacks followed and that her schedule was thrown off.
- June 2026: Mina addresses her cosmetic procedure in her Instagram post.
Legal action and wider reaction
Reports say Mina is taking legal action against the clinic, alleging medical malpractice. The case has sparked new conversations about holding clinics accountable, the risks of beauty treatments, and the intense pressure Korean celebrities face to look perfect.