Social media has become the favorite playground for influencers and beauty enthusiasts. Every day, new trends emerge, sometimes whimsical, sometimes downright risky. The trouble is that behind the filters, viral videos, and aesthetic tutorials… some practices can be dangerous for the skin, or even for health. Dermatologists regularly sound the alarm.
Indeed, on social networks, many people strive to look perfect, to stand out, and to chase every buzz. But the quest for originality pushes some to push the boundaries. From home injections, dubious exotic masks, to abrasive routines based on extreme acids… Some tips are pure nonsense.
Are you ready? We’ll list together the most absurd and dangerous trends. In short, the ones we should ignore at all costs. Here we give you the keys to recognize these trends, understand them, and above all, avoid them… Even when they seem appealing at first glance!
When “Natural” Goes Wrong with Filters
The DIY slogan is a favorite on social media. Mixing alternative powders, essential oils, potent acids… Anything goes to achieve the most “authentic” routine. The problem is that skin isn’t a chemistry experiment. Some homemade blends cause burns, severe allergies, or even scars.
Then there are viral beauty challenges: injecting substances yourself, piercing the skin, or using products meant for other areas on the face. The viral side is appealing, but the consequences can be heavy. Infections, necrosis, irreversible scarring… the list is grim.
From Toxic Makeup to Invasive Modifications
There are also more “visible” trends: over-the-top makeup, weekend injections, intense whitening, oversized lips, etc. The problem lies in the excess. It’s easy to cross the line where the desired effect becomes dangerous.
As for surgery and injections, the internet is full of amateur tutorials. Injections done at home, unapproved filters, budget-friendly techniques. The catch? Bad dosing, non-sterile equipment, untrained practitioners. The result: disastrous outcomes, infections, embolisms, tissue destruction.
If these beauty trends may seem exciting, creative, or bold, they are not without risk. Behind the filters, likes, views, and wow Reels, there can be pain and, above all, irreversible damage to the skin. Rather than giving in to the obsession with novelty at any price, it’s better to err on the side of caution and listen to your body.
Never forget that what works for one influencer doesn’t necessarily work for your skin. If you want a change, consult a professional and do your research. True beauty? It’s the one you build by respecting your body!
