Brazilian model Débora Peixoto, previously known for her controversial menstrual blood skincare routine, has sparked outrage again with a new and unsettling practice. This time, Peixoto has shared a video of herself using Poop as a face mask, a trend she claims is meant to prevent aging.
In her Instagram post, Peixoto detailed her unusual skincare method: “The craziest thing I’ve ever done in my life, I smeared my feces on my face. I saw a study about it and decided to try it! It worked for me; my skin stopped flaking!” The video shows her applying what appears to be feces from a small container onto her face, letting it sit, and then washing it off.
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Medical professionals have condemned this bizarre trend, highlighting its potential health risks. Dr. Sophie Momen, a consultant dermatologist at the Cadogan Clinic in London, described the practice as one of the strangest skincare trends she has encountered. She emphasized that there is no scientific benefit to using feces as a face mask and warned of serious health hazards.
Dr. Momen pointed out that Poop contain harmful bacteria and viruses, including E. coli and Salmonella, which can lead to food poisoning and severe infections. She also noted that such practices could result in skin irritation, redness, and discomfort.
Plastic surgeon Mr. Tunc Tiryaki echoed these concerns, explaining that applying Poop to the skin could introduce dangerous pathogens through minor cuts or abrasions, potentially causing severe skin infections or systemic illnesses.
Peixoto, 31, has admitted that this new routine is the “craziest thing” she has done, but it seems her unconventional approach continues to garner significant attention, both for its shock value and its health risks.
