Li Jiaqi Responds to Low Wages Criticism and Offers Apology

In the early hours of September 11th, addressing the controversy surrounding her comments during a live stream, Li Jiaqi issued an apology statement. She stated, "Yesterday, while responding to product reviews in the live stream, I made some inappropriate remarks that made people uncomfortable. I am a makeup counter salesperson and understand how hard and challenging everyone's work is. My words fell short of your expectations, and I sincerely apologize."

It's worth noting that some netizens in the live stream had complained about the rising prices of Huaxi cosmetics. Li Jiaqi responded by saying, "Please don't make unfounded claims. Our eyebrow pencils have always been priced at $79. Chinese domestic brands face challenges, and sometimes, it's essential to reflect on our own situations. If your wages haven't increased in all these years, have you considered your work ethic?" This statement sparked a heated debate in the comments section.

One commenter remarked, "After being a boss for so long, perhaps you've forgotten the hardships of being an employee." Another said, "Back then, you used to say you'd help us lower the prices. Now you blame us for being unable to afford it. Maybe we all need to find our own reasons." This controversy gained widespread attention on social media, ultimately leading to Li Jiaqi issuing an apology statement to quell the dispute.