Momo from TWICE dazzles in a pink dress at the ALLURE K-BEAUTY FAIR in Tokyo, promoting Wonjungyo's new lip products.
October/13/2024 20:51
On October 13, Momo from the 9-member girl group TWICE made a glamorous appearance in a dress at the press conference for the "ALLURE K-BEAUTY FAIR in TOKYO" held in the city. Momo, who serves as the brand muse for "Wonjungyo," which also has a booth at the event, appeared in a pink dress, the brand's color, with a blonde bob hairstyle, striking poses for the camera. She captivated the venue with her radiant appearance, leaving a strong impact. When asked about the makeup points of the day during a talk session with producer and makeup artist Won Jung-yo, Momo smiled and pointed out her lips, saying, "They look just like candy!" After exciting the audience with her unique expression, she added, "I usually like to focus on my lips in my makeup, and today they have a plump finish like candy." With only two months left in 2024, when asked about what she wants to do this year, she expressed her enthusiasm, saying, "Next month, I have a concert with Mina and Sana as the unit MISAMO. I hope we can finish it safely and enjoyably." The event held this time is the first fair hosted in Japan by the popular Korean beauty magazine "Allure Korea." It will take place on October 14 (Monday, holiday) at Shibuya Hikarie/Hikarie Hall (Hall A), gathering 17 beauty and fashion brands from Korea. Visitors can enjoy various booths experiencing popular products and items not yet released in Japan. Additionally, from October 14 (Monday, holiday) to 18 (Friday), there will be a simultaneous "ALLURE K-BEAUTY POP UP" in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, selling products from some of the exhibiting brands. Both events are free to enter. (Reporting and photography: Seiji Nohara)
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