Netizens are surprised by Jang Won Young's arm hair

IVE’s Jang Won Young has become the center of attention after recent photos revealed her natural arm hair, sparking discussions among fans across different countries.

International fans have responded mostly positively, praising the looks as being natural, but some were surprised by the visible arm hair. Korean netizens also reacted positively, noting that there is no need to be shocked. Some commented that it is common to shave only underarms and legs, suggesting that arm hair is perfectly normal. 

Meanwhile, Korean fans speculated that Japanese netizens might be more surprised by the photos, since international and Korean fans alike appear largely unfazed.

Korean netizens commented:

"Is this a viral watch ad? Where exactly is the controversy about having some hair?"

"The watch is so pretty... I want it."

"If they saw my arm hair, their heart would probably stop."

"The watch is pretty and suits her well."

"Isn’t it just because Korean celebrities are always obsessed with things like bleaching, removing peach fuzz, laser, waxing, and all that?"

"For real, Europeans have a lot of arm hair. You just can’t see it because it’s blonde. Of course, people have that much hair."

"Overseas, people were saying Koreans were shocked, but what’s this?"

"I think the foreign netizens are Japanese. Then it makes sense they’d be surprised… Japanese people are really sensitive about women’s body hair. In Japan, they even sell full-body laser packages you can get starting in elementary school. Westerners don’t really care unless it’s underarms or pubic hair. And in the West, men also manage body hair in those areas, not just women. But in Japan, it’s expected only of women, haha."

"I remember a famous actress also had quite a bit of arm hair in a drama, and it was just shown naturally. I found it refreshing that it wasn’t strictly controlled. It looked healthier."

"People are supposed to have hair…"

"That’s just peach fuzz, though... If they saw me, they’d think I’m a gorilla."

"She looks just like a regular person - it’s totally natural. Honestly, why is everyone making a big deal out of something so normal? Everyone knows humans have body hair, hiding it feels stranger."

"That level of hair is nothing."

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