aespa’s Karina Criticized For Use Of Tone-Up Cream During “WATERBOMB” Performance
aespa‘s Karina has come under criticism after a video of the idol’s recent performance saw accusations of using tone-up cream.
In the past, Karina has been hit with criticism for the use of tone up cream to lighten her skin.
“Bleach? Cream? Paint?” aespa Karina’s Difference In Skin Color Sparks A Heated Debate
Recently, Karina performed at WATERBOMB.
A new fan-taken video was shared on social media a few days after the performance.
— blurry (@blurrspa) July 28, 2026
While the video drew a lot of attention, many of the comments criticized Karina’s use of tone-up cream after noticing a difference in skin tone across the idol’s legs. It drew major criticism, as netizens wondered why they would use it at a water festival but also Karina’s desire to have lighter skin.
The tone up cream in a summer festival 😭 https://t.co/axMjd8iOZg
— magarina mamba (@magarinamamba) July 29, 2026
She forgot to bleach her thigh😭
Who told them that Tan skin is a flaw? Is this what female idols are encouraging!! https://t.co/X6e2aEZSaj pic.twitter.com/QYzMPhaaOG— 𝑃𝑒𝑜𝑛𝑦𓅾 (@WonderVilain) July 31, 2026
Colorist aspea strike again https://t.co/uu0SgStZTF
— hestuk (@taessnowflwer) July 30, 2026
now who thought it would be a good idea to wear that cream to a WATER FESTIVAL https://t.co/9SXTn3bcaq
— ceo asthma-k (@minsikfansuk) July 30, 2026
