An astonishing new beauty trend is causing a buzz on social media, but doctors are sounding dire alarms about the long-term effects. The trend, which promises a “textured, glass-like effect” on the skin, is producing permanent damage in some participants, such as a scaly, reptilian look.
While beauty bloggers and influencers sing the praises of the trend’s instant results, dermatologists warn that it may cause permanent damage, making it just another case of how viral beauty hacks can sometimes be more harmful than helpful.
What Is This Harmful Beauty Trend?
The fad—widely advertised on TikTok and Instagram—is to use strong chemical treatments or severe skincare practices to produce a smooth, reflective surface for the skin. Variations of the trend include:
???? Excessive use of chemical peels to remove dead skin cells vigorously.
???? Using high-percentage acids designed for professional use.
???? Excessive exfoliation with rough scrubs several times a day.
???? Utilizing untested homemade skin treatments that guarantee instant “glass skin” results.
The aim? A perfect, poreless face that shines like glass. But for most, the experience has been anything but glamorous.
Doctors Sound the Alarm: ‘This Can Cause Permanent Damage’
Skin specialists and dermatologists are seriously worried about the effects of this trend. Several have already noticed a rise in patients with serious side effects following these drastic treatments.
???? Dr. Lisa Harrington, a board-certified dermatologist, cautions:
“The overuse of harsh exfoliants and acids can cause what is known as barrier dysfunction, where the skin becomes unable to hold in water and protect itself. This will lead to prolonged inflammation, pre-mature ageing, and sometimes a permanent ‘reptilian’ texture.”
???? Skincare expert Dr. Ahmed Patel continues:
“People are using these products without understanding the risks. We’re seeing cases of chemical burns, extreme dryness, and irreversible textural changes in young individuals who thought they were just following a harmless trend.”
What Are the Side Effects?
???? Those who have tried the trend and suffered consequences have reported:
❌ Red, inflamed, and peeling skin due to over-exfoliation.
❌ A scaly, rough texture that resembles reptilian skin.
❌ Dark spots and hyperpigmentation caused by harmed skin layers.
❌ Permanently heightened sensitivity to the sun and beauty products.
❌ Infection threat caused by damaged skin barriers.
One individual on TikTok posted her regret, stating:
???? “I used this trend for two months, and now my skin is totally devastated. It’s completely dry, cracked, and is scaly-looking—no amount of moisturizer does anything!”
Why Are People Falling for This Trend?
The popularity of “instant beauty hacks” on social media has created a culture of quick solutions. Influencers market these strategies without knowing the science of skincare, and the followers try them out without any regard for the risks.
Secondly, lighting tricks and filters make these trends in skincare look better than they actually are, compelling users to chase unrealistic beauty ideals.
How to Reverse the Damage?
For those who have already been affected by this trend, dermatologists advise:
✔ Discontinuing all exfoliating products right away.
✔ Applying gentle, moisturizing skincare to restore the skin barrier.
✔ Applying SPF every day to shield the skin from further harm.
✔ Visiting a dermatologist for professional care if the damage is extreme.
Final Thoughts: A Trend Not Worth the Risk
Although the notion of perfect, glass-like skin is tempting, ruining your skin’s natural barriers just isn’t worth it. Professionals warn beauty enthusiasts to be smart before attempting viral trends—because what appears as a quick fix to perfection may be a permanent regret.
For the time being, this deadly beauty trick is a cautionary story on the dangers of following social media trends mindlessly.
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