Aespa Karina’s Makeup-Free Look Ignites Intense Discussion, Images Spread Rapidly

Karina is facing controversy after a bare-faced livestream sparked debate online.

The controversy began when Karina appeared without makeup on a recent Weverse livestream. Fans and netizens quickly noticed the stark difference compared to her usual glam look.

A Korean forum post on Pann compared Karina’s natural face to (G)I-DLE’s Soyeon, saying it’s surprising how makeup changes her appearance.

“Karina’s bare face is her real face… She kind of gives off Jeon Soyeon vibes.
It’s fascinating how much makeup can change someone’s look.”
— Viral Pann post

Soon after, Korean netizens jumped into the comments defending Karina. They argued the screenshots used to criticize her were taken during unflattering facial expressions, intentionally making her look different.

Others stated Karina remains one of the most beautiful idols of the 4th generation even without makeup.

Several netizens responded with strong comments:

*“LOL this btch is so funny. If you’re going to criticize her, at least capture her with a normal expression. You purposely picked a weird screenshot and then claimed she looked different. Honestly, I feel sorry for you. Even the guy you like follows Karina on Instagram, haha.”**

“Try making that face with your own mug, lol. Beating you up for it would be legal.”

“Even without makeup, she looks naturally pretty~”

“Sorry she’s doing so well~~ Sorry for triggering your inferiority complex~ “

“You could just be honest and admit you’re jealous because she’s pretty and successful, haha.”

Karina’s natural look continues to divide opinion, but her fans remain fiercely protective. The livestream clip is still circulating online as the debate heats up.