Karrueche Tran shows off her bikini body in Mexico after revealing her secret to staying slender

Karrueche Tran flaunted her toned figure in a stylish swimsuit as she enjoyed the warmer weather during a lavish trip to Cancun on Thursday. 

The actress, 36 - who previously dated rapper Chris Brown - soaked up the sun while lounging on a comfy cabana near with the scenic ocean close by in the distance.

The Claws actress sported a colorful bikini top as well as a pair of matching, skimpy bottoms during the relaxing day. 

Tran's short, dark locks were parted to the side and styled into natural waves that fell down to nearly brush the base of her neck. 

Karrueche accessorized the look with a pair of large-hooped earrings as well as fashionable, black shades. 

While lounging outdoors, the star was seen with headphones which were hooked up to her smartphone and was also spotted resting on a hammock. 

She further showcased her fit physique while strolling around outside as the actress seemingly held a conversation on the phone. 

When it comes to her workout routine, she previously told Muscle and Fitness during an interview that she aims to train at least three times a week. 

'I do hot yoga and barre classes,' Tran explained. 'Barre is good for the thighs and the booty, and I'm all about the booty. I also work with a trainer in the gym.

'I use machines. I do squats and sumo squats with the bar on my shoulders, and lunges with dumbbells. I'm tiny, so I don't want to use too much weight. I don't want to be a little stick with muscle.'  

Regarding the diet that she follows, Karrueche also expressed, 'I cut out red meat and pork. I want to be slim thick: slim but still kind of thick at the same time.' 

'Because if I go on a strict diet, I become too thin, and I lose all the fat in my body. I've been eating more vegetables. I love kale now. Oh, and I drink lots of water. Water's like my best friend.' 

Later in the day after spending time under the bright sunshine, Tran was seen donning a wrap skirt that fell down towards her ankles. 

She additionally carried a large, black and tan-colored tote bag that held items she needed during the excursion. 

When it comes to her personal sense of style, Karrueche told PopSugar in 2022, 'My personal style is typically based on my mood.'

'If I'm feeling sexy one day, then I lean towards an LBD (little black dress) or something formfitting,' the media personality explained. 

'If I feel like I want to be comfortable and cute, I'll do something like a pair of boyfriend jeans and a crop or even a sweatsuit set and a pair of heels. In my opinion, style is about confidence.' 

Tran's vacation shortly after she starred in the Lifetime movie titled Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story which aired last month in November. 

In the film - which is based on a true story - Karrueche portrayed Regina Smith, a mother and rookie police officer who investigates a series of murders that targeted sex workers. 

While recently talking to HuffPost about the project, Tran opened up about her decision to take on the leading role. 

'What really drew me to Regina's story was her strength. Even the way that she cared for the working girls, she really pushed for those girls. She was the reason why that serial killer was eventually stopped.'

The star added, 'Because a lot of people would have looked at it like, they are working girls. Who cares? They're prostitutes.'

'She led with her heart and led with care that shows just who she is as a person. And I really admired that. And it's just a beautiful heroic story.'

While filming, Tran also had the chance to connect with Regina Smith herself over Zoom. 

She told KTLA 5, 'We have each other's phone numbers, and we stayed in contact throughout the movie because I had so many different questions.'

Karrueche added, 'I even asked her about her favorite music and she sent me a playlist. 'Cause for me, when I am in character, I want to become that person. I want to take Karrueche outside of Regina, and fully become her.' 

The Bay star - who is rumored to be dating English soccer player Jadon Sancho - has also revealed how she balances her on-the-go lifestyle. 

'I would say balance - a bit of prioritizing with work coming first and everything else will follow in places like working out, massages, and cooking,' she told BET. 

'Sometimes, I'll lay in bed all day when I have nothing to do. We have to listen to our bodies,' the actress expressed to the outlet. 

'This day and age have a thought process where we need to work, and if you're not creating or producing, you're "failing" or "not being productive," which is draining physically and mentally.'

'When we're allowed to sit around in the house and watch television, take those moments because it can be hard - it's important for us to listen to what our mind and body tell us.' 

Karrueche also runs her own skincare brand called, Ruechi Beauty, and the website currently offers a few products to consumers. 

An $88 Refresh Kit is available and includes a Ruechi Nan Mister, Kryo Sculpting Tool as well as a Plush Spa Headband.