민감성
민감성 در ۳۰ ثانیه
- Noun for 'sensitivity'.
- Common in skincare (sensitive skin).
- Used for social awareness (gender, culture).
- Technical term for economic/scientific responsiveness.
The Korean word 민감성 (Mingamseong) is a sophisticated noun that translates to 'sensitivity' or 'the quality of being sensitive.' It is constructed from three Hanja characters: Min (敏 - quick/sharp), Gam (感 - feel/sense), and Seong (性 - nature/quality). Together, they describe a state where an entity—whether a person, a biological system, or a mechanical instrument—responds quickly or intensely to external stimuli or changes in the environment. This word is foundational for intermediate learners because it bridges the gap between everyday physical descriptions and complex social or scientific discussions.
- Physical Domain
- In the world of health and beauty, this word is most frequently paired with 'skin' (피부). If you walk into a Korean pharmacy or cosmetics store like Olive Young, you will see '민감성 피부' (sensitive skin) written on countless products. It refers to skin that reacts easily to chemicals, weather, or touch.
저는 민감성 피부용 화장품만 사용해요. (I only use cosmetics for sensitive skin.)
- Social and Psychological Domain
- Beyond the physical, it describes a person's emotional or social awareness. For example, '성인지 민감성' (gender sensitivity) is a critical term in modern Korean society, referring to the ability to perceive and respect gender-related differences and issues without prejudice.
Furthermore, in technical contexts like finance or science, '민감성' describes how much a variable changes in response to another. Price sensitivity (가격 민감성) in marketing determines how much consumers will change their buying habits if a price fluctuates. In science, the sensitivity of a test (검사의 민감성) refers to its ability to correctly identify those with a disease. Understanding this word allows you to navigate diverse topics ranging from skincare routines to economic forecasts and human rights advocacy.
이 기계는 온도 변화에 대한 민감성이 매우 높습니다. (This machine has a very high sensitivity to temperature changes.)
Using 민감성 correctly requires understanding its role as a noun. It often functions as a modifier for other nouns or acts as the subject/object of a sentence, frequently paired with the particles '이/가' (subject), '을/를' (object), or the prepositional phrase '~에 대한' (regarding/to).
- As a Compound Noun
- The most common way to see it is attached directly to another noun. Examples include: 민감성 피부 (sensitive skin), 가격 민감성 (price sensitivity), 문화적 민감성 (cultural sensitivity). In these cases, it functions like an adjective in English but remains a noun in Korean grammar.
글로벌 기업은 문화적 민감성을 갖추어야 합니다. (Global companies must possess cultural sensitivity.)
- With '~에 대한' (To/Toward)
- When you want to specify what someone or something is sensitive to, use [Noun] + 에 대한 + 민감성. This is common in academic and professional writing to describe responsiveness to specific stimuli.
In advanced levels, you will encounter the verb '키우다' (to grow/develop) or '높이다' (to increase/heighten) used with 민감성. For instance, '인권 민감성을 높이다' means to heighten one's sensitivity toward human rights. Conversely, '떨어지다' (to drop) or '낮다' (to be low) can describe a lack of responsiveness, such as in '시장 민감성이 낮다' (Market sensitivity is low).
그는 타인의 감정에 대한 민감성이 부족하다. (He lacks sensitivity toward others' emotions.)
You will encounter 민감성 in various professional and daily environments. Its usage is highly predictable once you identify the context. Here are the three most common areas where this word is spoken and written.
- 1. Beauty and Skincare (Daily Life)
- This is the most frequent use. TV commercials for lotions, cleansers, and sunscreens will constantly mention '민감성 피부'. If you go to a dermatologist (피부과), the doctor might say, '환자분은 민감성 피부를 가지고 계시네요' (You have sensitive skin).
이 클렌징 폼은 민감성 피부 테스트를 완료했습니다. (This cleansing foam has completed sensitive skin tests.)
- 2. News and Economics (Professional)
- On news channels like KBS or SBS, anchors discuss '금리 민감성' (interest rate sensitivity) or '유가 민감성' (oil price sensitivity). They use this to explain how the Korean stock market or individual companies react to global economic changes.
수출 기업들은 환율 민감성이 매우 높습니다. (Export companies have very high sensitivity to exchange rates.)
- 3. Education and Social Issues (Formal)
- In workplace training or university lectures, terms like '성인지 민감성' (gender sensitivity) or '다문화 민감성' (multicultural sensitivity) are essential. These terms are used to discuss social justice, empathy, and organizational culture.
While 민감성 is a useful word, learners often make specific errors in its application, particularly regarding parts of speech and nuance.
- Mistake 1: Using it as an Adjective
- Many learners say '제 피부는 민감성해요' (Incorrect). Because '민감성' is a noun, you cannot add '~해요' directly to it to make a sentence. You must use '민감하다' (the adjective) or say '제 피부는 민감성이에요' (My skin is the 'sensitive type' - acceptable but less common than '민감해요').
Wrong: 날씨에 민감성해요.
Right: 날씨에 민감해요. (I am sensitive to the weather.)
- Mistake 2: Confusing with '감수성' (Gamsuseong)
- '감수성' refers to emotional receptivity, often related to art, literature, or nature (e.g., 'poetic sensitivity'). '민감성' is more about the reactivity to a stimulus. You wouldn't say '피부 감수성' to mean sensitive skin; that sounds like your skin is appreciating poetry!
- Mistake 3: Overusing it in Casual Conversation
- In casual speech, Koreans prefer the adjective form '민감하다' or '예민하다'. Using '민감성' in a chat with friends about your feelings can sound overly formal or like a textbook. Save '민감성' for describing categories (like skin types) or discussing abstract concepts.
To truly master 민감성, you must know how it compares to its close relatives in the Korean language.
- 민감성 (Sensitivity) vs. 예민함 (Keenness/Irritability)
- '민감성' is a neutral, often scientific term for reactivity. '예민함' is more commonly used for human personality or senses. While '예민함' can be positive (sharp senses), it often implies being 'thin-skinned' or easily annoyed.
- 민감성 vs. 감수성 (Emotional Sensitivity)
- '감수성' (Gamsuseong) is specifically about being impressionable or having a rich emotional response to art, nature, or life. A teenager might have high '사춘기 감수성' (adolescent sensitivity/receptivity).
그녀는 예술적 감수성이 풍부해요. (She has rich artistic sensitivity.) vs 이 센서는 빛에 대한 민감성이 좋습니다. (This sensor has good sensitivity to light.)
- 민감성 vs. 반응성 (Responsiveness)
- '반응성' (Baneungseong) is used more in chemistry or mechanics to describe the tendency of a substance to undergo a reaction. While similar, '민감성' focuses on the *threshold* of the trigger, while '반응성' focuses on the *action* of the response.
چقدر رسمی است؟
نکته جالب
The character '性' (성) is used in hundreds of Korean nouns to turn an adjective into an abstract concept, similar to '-ity' or '-ness' in English.
راهنمای تلفظ
- Pronouncing 'min' like English 'mean' (too long). Keep it short.
- Missing the nasal 'ng' (ㅇ) sound at the end of 'seong'.
سطح دشواری
Common in labels and news, making it moderately easy to recognize.
Requires understanding of compound nouns and particles like '~에 대한'.
Used frequently in shopping and professional settings.
Clear pronunciation, but can be confused with similar-sounding words.
بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟
پیشنیازها
بعداً یاد بگیرید
پیشرفته
گرامر لازم
N + 에 대한 (Regarding/Toward)
환경에 대한 민감성
N + 용 (For the use of)
민감성용 크림
~아/어지다 (To become)
피부가 민감해졌어요.
~기 위해 (In order to)
민감성을 높이기 위해
N + 이/가 부족하다 (To lack)
민감성이 부족하다.
مثالها بر اساس سطح
민감성 피부예요.
It is sensitive skin.
Noun + Verb ending (이에요/예요).
이것은 민감성용입니다.
This is for sensitive (types).
~용 means 'for the use of.'
민감성 화장품 어디 있어요?
Where are the sensitive skin cosmetics?
Noun + Noun compound.
제 동생은 민감성이에요.
My younger sibling is sensitive (type).
Topic marker '은/는.'
민감성 비누 주세요.
Please give me sensitive skin soap.
~주세요 (Please give).
이 로션은 민감성에 좋아요.
This lotion is good for sensitivity.
~에 좋다 (Good for).
민감성 피부는 힘들어요.
Sensitive skin is difficult.
Adjective '힘들다.'
민감성 샴푸가 필요해요.
I need sensitive (scalp) shampoo.
~이/가 필요하다 (To need).
민감성 피부라서 비누를 조심해요.
Because I have sensitive skin, I am careful with soap.
~라서 (Because/Since).
겨울에는 피부의 민감성이 높아져요.
In winter, skin sensitivity increases.
~아/어지다 (To become).
그는 소리에 대한 민감성이 있어요.
He has a sensitivity to sound.
~에 대한 (About/Toward).
민감성 테스트를 했어요?
Did you do a sensitivity test?
Past tense '~았/었/였다.'
아이들은 피부 민감성이 높아요.
Children have high skin sensitivity.
Adjective '높다' (High).
이 약은 민감성을 줄여줍니다.
This medicine reduces sensitivity.
~아/어 주다 (To do for someone).
저는 냄새에 민감성이 부족해요.
I lack sensitivity to smells.
~이/가 부족하다 (To be lacking).
민감성 피부용 크림을 샀어요.
I bought a cream for sensitive skin.
Noun + Noun + Noun.
우리는 문화적 민감성을 배워야 합니다.
We must learn cultural sensitivity.
~아야/어야 하다 (Must).
환경 변화에 대한 민감성이 중요해요.
Sensitivity to environmental changes is important.
~이/가 중요하다 (To be important).
그 작가는 사회적 민감성이 뛰어납니다.
That author has excellent social sensitivity.
~이/가 뛰어나다 (To be excellent).
이 기계는 빛에 대한 민감성이 좋습니다.
This machine has good sensitivity to light.
Subject-Object-Adjective structure.
민감성을 높이기 위해 교육을 받아요.
I take training to increase my sensitivity.
~기 위해 (In order to).
가격 민감성 때문에 매출이 줄었어요.
Sales decreased because of price sensitivity.
~때문에 (Because of).
그는 감정적 민감성이 예민한 편이에요.
He is on the sensitive side emotionally.
~ㄴ/은 편이다 (Tend to be).
민감성 수치가 낮으면 반응이 없어요.
If the sensitivity level is low, there is no reaction.
~면 (If).
성인지 민감성 교육은 필수적입니다.
Gender sensitivity education is essential.
Compound noun subject.
시장의 민감성을 파악하는 것이 우선입니다.
Identifying the market's sensitivity is the priority.
~는 것 (Gerund/Making a noun).
이 검사는 질병에 대한 민감성이 매우 높습니다.
This test has very high sensitivity to the disease.
Adverb '매우' (Very).
조직 내에서 인권 민감성을 강화해야 합니다.
We must strengthen human rights sensitivity within the organization.
~내에서 (Within).
환율 민감성에 따라 수익이 달라집니다.
Profits vary depending on exchange rate sensitivity.
~에 따라 (Depending on).
그의 발언은 젠더 민감성이 부족해 보였다.
His remarks seemed to lack gender sensitivity.
~아/어 보이다 (To look/seem).
에너지 가격 민감성이 소비를 억제하고 있다.
Energy price sensitivity is suppressing consumption.
~고 있다 (Present progressive).
예술적 민감성을 키우기 위해 여행을 떠났다.
I went on a trip to develop my artistic sensitivity.
Object + Verb (키우다).
정책의 민감성을 고려하여 신중하게 발표했다.
The announcement was made carefully, considering the sensitivity of the policy.
~아/어/여서 (Reason/Sequence).
이 데이터는 개인정보 민감성이 매우 높습니다.
This data has very high personal information sensitivity.
Technical terminology.
생태계의 민감성을 무시하면 재앙이 올 수 있다.
If you ignore the sensitivity of the ecosystem, disaster can come.
~ㄹ/을 수 있다 (Possibility).
그는 정치적 민감성이 요구되는 자리에 있다.
He is in a position where political sensitivity is required.
Passive-like structure '요구되다.'
분석 기기의 민감성을 조절하는 작업이 필요하다.
Work to adjust the sensitivity of the analytical device is needed.
Noun phrase as object.
다문화 민감성은 글로벌 리더의 덕목이다.
Multicultural sensitivity is a virtue of a global leader.
A is B (이다).
이 소설은 인간 소외에 대한 민감성을 보여준다.
This novel shows sensitivity toward human alienation.
Abstract noun usage.
금리 민감성 주식들이 일제히 하락했다.
Interest-rate-sensitive stocks fell all at once.
Adverb '일제히' (All together).
윤리적 민감성의 결여는 심각한 부작용을 초래한다.
A lack of ethical sensitivity causes serious side effects.
Formal noun '결여' (Lack).
언어적 민감성을 통해 텍스트의 이면을 읽어낸다.
One reads between the lines of a text through linguistic sensitivity.
~을 통해 (Through).
현대 미술은 관객의 미적 민감성을 자극한다.
Modern art stimulates the aesthetic sensitivity of the audience.
Verb '자극하다' (Stimulate).
피부 민감성 테스트의 재현성을 확보해야 한다.
The reproducibility of the skin sensitivity test must be ensured.
Academic term '재현성' (Reproducibility).
시대적 민감성을 반영한 법 개정이 시급하다.
Legal revisions reflecting the sensitivity of the times are urgent.
Adjective '시급하다' (Urgent).
신경망의 민감성 분석을 통해 모델을 최적화했다.
The model was optimized through sensitivity analysis of the neural network.
Technical '최적화' (Optimization).
그의 철학은 생명 민감성을 기반으로 하고 있다.
His philosophy is based on life sensitivity.
~을 기반으로 하다 (Based on).
권력 구조에 대한 민감성이 담론의 핵심이다.
Sensitivity to power structures is the core of the discourse.
Formal term '담론' (Discourse).
مترادفها
متضادها
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
— For sensitive skin types. Used on product labels.
민감성 피부용 제품만 써요.
— To show sensitivity toward something.
시장은 금리 인상에 민감성을 보였다.
— To possess sensitivity (usually cultural or social).
교사는 다문화 민감성을 갖추어야 한다.
— To increase or heighten sensitivity.
인권 민감성을 높이는 교육이 필요하다.
— Sensitivity decreases or is low.
나이가 들면 감각의 민감성이 떨어진다.
— A numerical value representing sensitivity.
민감성 수치가 기준보다 높습니다.
— Political sensitivity of an issue.
이 사안은 정치적 민감성이 큽니다.
— Sensitivity analysis (technical/economic).
투자 전 민감성 분석을 실시했다.
— A sensitive reaction.
약물에 대한 민감성 반응이 나타났다.
— Shortened form of gender sensitivity.
성 민감성 지수를 확인하다.
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
Adjective form. Use this for 'is sensitive' (피부가 민감하다).
Often implies being irritable or having sharp senses (성격이 예민하다).
Focuses on emotional/artistic receptivity (감수성이 풍부하다).
اصطلاحات و عبارات
— Literally 'thin skin', meaning one is physically or emotionally sensitive.
그는 피부가 얇아서 잘 붉어져요.
Informal— To be so sensitive that even wind hurts (often used for gout or extreme sensitivity).
통풍 때문에 바람만 불어도 아파요.
Colloquial— To be quick-witted or sensitive to social cues.
그는 눈치가 빨라서 분위기를 잘 파악해요.
Neutral— To be sensitive and prickly like thorns.
오늘따라 말투가 가시 돋친 듯하네요.
Neutral— 'Glass mental', meaning one is emotionally very sensitive and fragile.
저는 유리 멘탈이라 비판을 잘 못 견뎌요.
Slang— To have a good 'hunch' or high intuitive sensitivity.
그녀는 촉이 좋아서 범인을 바로 찾았다.
Slang— To be as sharp and sensitive as the tip of a needle.
그의 신경은 지금 바늘 끝 같아요.
Literary— To walk on thin ice (being sensitive to a dangerous situation).
회의 분위기가 살얼음판을 걷는 것 같았다.
Neutral— To be easily influenced by what others say (a form of social sensitivity).
그는 귀가 얇아서 사기를 잘 당해요.
Neutral— To have a sensitive nose.
강아지는 코가 예민해서 냄새를 잘 맡아요.
Neutralبهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Both mean sensitivity.
'민감도' is more technical/mathematical (rate/degree). '민감성' is the general quality.
이 진단 키트의 민감도는 99%입니다.
Both involve reacting to stimuli.
'반응성' is the tendency to react (chemistry). '민감성' is the threshold of being affected.
금속의 반응성을 실험하다.
Both involve being affected by outside forces.
'취약성' implies weakness or being easily damaged. '민감성' is neutral reactivity.
건물의 지진 취약성.
Both involve change.
'가변성' is the quality of being changeable. '민감성' is reacting to a trigger.
계획의 가변성.
Opposite focus.
'적응성' is the ability to adjust to a stimulus. '민감성' is being affected by it.
생물의 환경 적응성.
الگوهای جملهسازی
저는 [Noun]이에요.
저는 민감성이에요.
[Noun]에 민감성이 있어요.
코에 민감성이 있어요.
[Noun]에 대한 민감성이 중요하다.
문화에 대한 민감성이 중요하다.
[Noun] 민감성을 높여야 한다.
인권 민감성을 높여야 한다.
[Noun]의 민감성을 고려할 때...
정책의 민감성을 고려할 때...
[Noun]적 민감성의 결여는...
윤리적 민감성의 결여는...
민감성 피부라서 [Action].
민감성 피부라서 조심해요.
[Noun] 민감성에 따라 [Result].
가격 민감성에 따라 매출이 달라요.
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
فعلها
صفتها
مرتبط
نحوه استفاده
High in specialized fields (Beauty, Economics, Sociology).
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제 피부는 민감성해요.
→
제 피부는 민감해요.
민감성 is a noun, so you can't add ~해요 to it. Use the adjective 민감하다.
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그는 감수성 피부를 가졌어요.
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그는 민감성 피부를 가졌어요.
감수성 is for emotions/art. 민감성 is for physical reactivity like skin.
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민감성를 높여요.
→
민감성을 높여요.
The object marker after a consonant (성) should be 을, not 를.
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이 기계는 민감한이 좋아요.
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이 기계는 민감성이 좋아요.
You need the noun form '민감성' to describe the 'quality' of the machine.
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정치적 민감하다가 있어요.
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정치적 민감성이 있어요.
You cannot use an adjective directly before '가 있어요'. You need the noun '민감성'.
نکات
Learn the Suffix
The suffix '-성' (-ity/-ness) is used in many words. Learning '민감성' helps you understand '가능성' (possibility) and '중요성' (importance).
Check the Label
When shopping in Korea, look for '민감성' if you have skin that reacts easily to products.
Cultural Context
Using '문화적 민감성' in a conversation shows you are a thoughtful and advanced learner.
Noun vs Adjective
Remember: 민감성 (Noun) vs 민감하다 (Adjective). Don't mix them up in sentences!
Clear Syllables
Pronounce each of the three syllables clearly. Korean doesn't have the same stress patterns as English.
News Keywords
When you hear '금리' (interest rate), listen for '민감성' right after it.
Professional Tone
Use '민감성' in essays to sound more academic and professional.
Word Family
Learn '민감도' alongside '민감성' to master technical Korean.
Gender Sensitivity
'성인지 민감성' is a very important term in modern Korean workplaces. Knowing it is a must for working in Korea.
Household Items
Check your Korean shampoo or laundry detergent for this word!
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روش یادسپاری
Think of 'MIN' as 'Minimal' and 'GAM' as 'Game'. A sensitive person is affected by even the 'Minimal Game' (stimulus).
تداعی تصویری
Imagine a person with red cheeks (sensitive skin) looking at a 'Gender Equality' poster (social sensitivity).
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Try to find three items in your bathroom that mention '민감성' or 'sensitive' in Korean.
ریشه کلمه
Derived from Hanja (Sino-Korean characters). 敏 (민 - quick/agile) + 感 (감 - feel/sense) + 性 (성 - nature/quality).
معنای اصلی: The nature of feeling or sensing quickly.
Sino-Koreanبافت فرهنگی
Avoid calling someone '민감성' directly as a personality trait; use '예민하다' for people, but be careful as it can be offensive.
In English, 'sensitivity' is often used emotionally. In Korean, '민감성' is often more clinical or categorical.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
Skincare Shopping
- 민감성 피부용인가요?
- 민감성 테스트 완료했나요?
- 민감성 피부에 추천해 주세요.
Social Awareness Training
- 성인지 민감성을 높입시다.
- 문화적 민감성이 필요합니다.
- 인권 민감성 교육입니다.
Economic News
- 금리 민감성이 높습니다.
- 가격 민감도 분석입니다.
- 시장 민감성을 체크하세요.
Medical/Lab
- 항생제 민감성 검사입니다.
- 기기의 민감도를 조절하세요.
- 민감성 반응이 나타났습니다.
Psychology/Personality
- 그는 자극에 대한 민감성이 높다.
- 정서적 민감성이 풍부하다.
- 소음 민감성이 심하다.
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"혹시 민감성 피부용 화장품 추천해 줄 수 있어요?"
"요즘 성인지 민감성 교육이 왜 중요하다고 생각하세요?"
"환율 민감성 때문에 주식 시장이 불안한 것 같아요."
"아이들의 예술적 민감성을 어떻게 키워줄 수 있을까요?"
"소음에 대한 민감성 때문에 잠을 잘 못 자요."
موضوعات نگارش
오늘 내가 타인에게 보여준 문화적 민감성은 무엇이었나?
나의 피부 민감성을 관리하기 위해 어떤 노력을 하고 있는가?
사회적 이슈에 대한 나의 민감성은 어느 정도라고 생각하는가?
가격 민감성 때문에 구매를 포기했던 경험을 적어보자.
예술적 민감성을 느끼게 해준 최근의 경험은?
سوالات متداول
10 سوالIt's better to use '예민하다' or '민감하다' for personality. '민감성' sounds like a medical or social category. For example, saying '그는 민감성이 있다' sounds like a clinical diagnosis.
It means 'Gender Sensitivity'. It refers to the ability to understand and respect the different experiences and needs of all genders in society.
No. While 'sensitive skin' might be a hassle, 'cultural sensitivity' or 'artistic sensitivity' are very positive traits.
You can say '민감성 피부예요' or '피부가 민감해요'.
'민감성' is more common for skin and social issues. '예민성' is often used for the sharpness of senses (like hearing) or technical precision.
Yes, for sensors or touchscreens, you can say '터치 민감성' (touch sensitivity).
Yes, it comes from 敏感性.
높이다 (raise), 갖추다 (possess), 파악하다 (identify), 고려하다 (consider).
Both are used, but '민감성 피부' is the standard term used on product labels and in clinics.
Very common. You will see it every time you go shopping for soap or watch the economic news.
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Summary
민감성 (Sensitivity) is a versatile noun used to describe reactivity in physical (skin), social (gender/culture), and technical (market/science) contexts. Example: '민감성 피부' (Sensitive skin).
- Noun for 'sensitivity'.
- Common in skincare (sensitive skin).
- Used for social awareness (gender, culture).
- Technical term for economic/scientific responsiveness.
Learn the Suffix
The suffix '-성' (-ity/-ness) is used in many words. Learning '민감성' helps you understand '가능성' (possibility) and '중요성' (importance).
Check the Label
When shopping in Korea, look for '민감성' if you have skin that reacts easily to products.
Cultural Context
Using '문화적 민감성' in a conversation shows you are a thoughtful and advanced learner.
Noun vs Adjective
Remember: 민감성 (Noun) vs 민감하다 (Adjective). Don't mix them up in sentences!
مثال
피부의 민감성 때문에 화장품 선택이 어렵다.