Netizens are shocked at the difference.
Koreaboo
4 minutes ago
Japanese beauty influencer and entrepreneur Saki Saito is going viral after alleged old photos of her resurfaced online, sparking heated discussions about her dramatic transformation.
Saito, who launched her YouTube channel just four years ago, has quickly become one of Japan’s most recognizable beauty influencers. She currently boasts over 200,000 YouTube subscribers and hundreds of thousands of followers across social media platforms, while also operating multiple successful fashion and beauty brands.
However, recent attention has shifted away from her business success and toward photos that netizens claim show her before her current makeover.
Saito on the right. | @haniyama123
The images began circulating on Japanese online communities alongside comments comparing her past and present appearance.
Many users were particularly focused on the noticeable differences in her eyes, lips, face shape, and more.
Saito on the right. | @haniyama123
Some speculated that the influencer may have undergone cosmetic procedures, with commenters debating whether the changes could be the result of double-eyelid surgery, inner corner surgery, or other procedures.
Others also claimed that her body proportions were now barbie-perfect and unrealistic. They alleged that she had undergone body surgery such as breast augmentation and liposuction on her arms and waist.
The renewed attention has once again sparked broader conversations about beauty standards, cosmetic procedures, and image editing within the influencer industry. Saito also gained praised for finding a new look that fits her.
Despite the speculation, many fans continue to praise the influencer for building a successful business empire and growing her online presence into one of Japan’s most recognizable beauty brands.