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The Hidden Side of Fame: Jennie’s Must-Have Essentials!

Writer: Manar AlyManar Aly

Can a superstar’s everyday essentials reveal the hidden challenges behind the fame? Read on to find out what Jennie needs to stay fabulous every day!




BLACKPINK’s Jennie recently shared with GQ the 10 things she can’t live without. Fans were thrilled to see her, and their comments were filled with love and excitement from all over the world. While these items reveal some of the hidden challenges of fame, they also highlight the little things that bring her comfort and joy.


In this article, we’ll explore each of Jennie’s essentials, uncovering both the struggles and the bright moments that shape her daily life.



1. Vocal Essentials: Her Secrets to a Healthy Voice


Jennie's vocal essentials help her voice recover in-between practice and performances.
Jennie's vocal essentials help her voice recover in-between practice and performances.

A) Grether’s Pastilles


Sugarfree Blackcurrant to keep Jennie's voice in top shape! (Credit: Grether's)
Sugarfree Blackcurrant to keep Jennie's voice in top shape! (Credit: Grether's)

Jennie relies on Grether’s Pastilles to keep her throat and voice in top condition. Instead of gum, She enjoys their blackberry flavor, describing them as a lightly sweet alternative to candy. Beyond the taste, they symbolize the constant pressure to maintain a flawless voice.


B) MyPurMist Steam Inhaler


The MyPurmist Steam Inhaler and Humidifier keeps Jennie's voice recovered for her next session! (Credits: Nirvana Being)
The MyPurmist Steam Inhaler and Humidifier keeps Jennie's voice recovered for her next session! (Credits: Nirvana Being)

A must-have for long recording sessions, this inhaler helps Jennie recover when she’s exhausted. She relies on it to take care of her body, proving that even a superstar needs self-care in a demanding career.



2. Her Diary: A Private Escape


Jennie writes in her diary every night
Jennie writes in her diary every night

While working on her album, Jennie carried a small diary she bought in Paris. She writes everything that crosses her mind, using it to rearrange her thoughts and cope with the pressures of work. When asked if she could share its contents, she firmly responded,

“NO,”

adding,

“I cannot have anyone read this but me.”

This diary serves as a private sanctuary in a world where everyone wants to know everything about her.


3. Her Camera: Capturing Life’s Moments


Jennie loves photography and loves capturing her favorite memorable moments!
Jennie loves photography and loves capturing her favorite memorable moments!

Jennie loves photography and recently got a new camera. She enjoys capturing moments in nature, during her travels, and even at work. This camera isn’t just for memories, it’s a tool that helps her stay creative and share meaningful moments with her fans!


4. Jewelry: Treasured Memories


Jennie can't live without her jewelry!
Jennie can't live without her jewelry!

She carries a small pouch of jewelry, each piece holding sentimental value. These little treasures remind her of special moments and add warmth to her glamorous lifestyle.



5. Bruise Cream: The Reality of Performing


Bruise Cream is used to reduce the marks on her legs due to her grueling performance schedule
Bruise Cream is used to reduce the marks on her legs due to her grueling performance schedule

From intense rehearsals to minor accidents, Jennie uses bruise cream to reduce marks on her legs. It’s a reminder of the physical toll her performances take, but also of her dedication to always delivering her best on stage.



6. Shower Filter: Skincare on the Go


Jennie takes her shower filter everywhere she goes!
Jennie takes her shower filter everywhere she goes!

Since she travels frequently, the water quality she encounters varies. A shower filter protects her skin from irritation, ensuring she maintains her skincare routine no matter where she is.



7. Heated Eye Mask: Resting Between Flights


Heated Eye Mask is essential to keeping Jennie's eyes rested and healthy!
Heated Eye Mask is essential to keeping Jennie's eyes rested and healthy!

Long flights and hectic schedules make rest a challenge. Jennie uses a heated eye mask, earplugs, and a face mask to get proper sleep while traveling. This simple item highlights the importance of self-care, even in the busiest lifestyles.



8. Yoga Ring & Massage Ball: Recovery from Performing


Jennie's Yoga Ring and Massage Ball helps her recover from practices and performances.
Jennie's Yoga Ring and Massage Ball helps her recover from practices and performances.

After hours of dancing and performing, Jennie eases muscle tension with a yoga ring and a massage ball. Rolling the ball under her feet and using the ring on her calves helps reduce puffiness and relax her body, balancing the physical strain of her career.



9. Travel Accessories: Style & Protection


Accessories / Travel Essentials
Accessories / Travel Essentials

Jennie always carries hats, beanies, sunglasses, and seeing glasses. These items aren’t just for style, they also help her shield herself from the public eye and maintain a sense of privacy in a world that often focuses only on her glamorous side.


10. Snacks: A Balance Between Comfort & Health


Snacks are definitely essential when you're on the road most of the time.
Snacks are definitely essential when you're on the road most of the time.

Jennie enjoys chips but also keeps dehydrated fruit as a healthier option. Her choice of snacks reflects a balance, sometimes indulging in comfort food while also prioritizing her well-being in a fast-paced life.



Are these truly all of her must-haves? Everyone’s essentials vary based on their career, lifestyle, and personal needs.


While fame comes with pressure, exhaustion, and constant scrutiny, Jennie’s list also highlights the positive side, her self-care habits, creative outlets, and small joys that keep her balanced.


And now, let’s turn the question to you: What are your essentials? What items help you stay happy and comfortable in your daily life? Let us know in the comments below!



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