Beauty influencer uses poop as a face mask – but doctors warn against this trick

A daring influencer has shocked social media users by claiming she uses her own feces as a face mask, with two doctors strongly warning against the extreme skincare method.

Débora Peixoto shared her bizarre beauty routine on Instagram with her 657,000 followers.

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The 31-year-old previously went viral when she smeared menstrual blood on her cheeks to give herself “glowing skin.”

Now she’s revealed her latest skincare trick in a video that’s been viewed more than 217,000 times.

“I saw research on it and decided to give it a try,” Peixoto told What is there to do?.

“It can prevent aging. It’s the craziest thing I’ve ever done in my life.

“But it worked for me and my skin doesn’t flake anymore!”

In the video, Peixoto is seen going to her refrigerator and selecting a small sample container containing what appears to be her own feces.

Then she puts her hair in a pink headband and uses a small spatula to wipe the feces over her cheeks, forehead, chin and nose.

Then Deborah rubs the poop into her skin with her fingers, creating a facial mask.

The Brazilian woman uses a clothespin to pinch her nose, which she says “helps with the smell,” and lets the substance sit for ten minutes before washing it off.

At the end of the video, Debora looks into the camera to show off her “radiant” skin.

The post has received more than 1,900 likes and hundreds of comments so far.

“There are things I don’t believe even when I see them,” said one shocked commentator.

“People are getting too extreme on the internet. It’s worrying,” added another.

“People are so weird,” said one viewer.

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“Disgusting AF. I wouldn’t even do that,” agreed another.

“This is evil… it’s gone too far,” said a third.

What the doctor says

Dr Sophie Momen, a dermatologist at the Cadogan Clinic in London, warns against the hack.

“Of all the skin care trends, this is one of the weirdest I’ve ever come across,” she said.

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“There is absolutely no scientific benefit to your skin from using feces as a face mask.

“In reality, this can cause more problems than benefits.

“Feces are full of bacteria and viruses, putting you and others at risk of illness, food poisoning and infection.

“In addition, contact of feces with the skin can lead to irritation, which can cause redness and discomfort.”

Her colleague, Dr. Tunc Tiryaki, a plastic surgeon and chair of ISAPS Humanitarian Programs, also shared his thoughts.

“It is strongly discouraged to use your own feces as a facial cleanser or face mask due to several health and hygiene concerns,” he said.

“Feces contain an abundance of bacteria, viruses and parasites, including E. coli, salmonella and worms, which can cause serious infections and illness.

“Applying fecal matter to your face can introduce these pathogens into your body through small cuts, scrapes, or mucous membranes, which can lead to serious skin infections or systemic illnesses.

”Feces also contain waste products and toxins that the body has excreted.

“These substances are harmful and can cause inflammation, irritation and allergic reactions on the skin.”

Instead, the surgeon recommends using modern face masks.

“These are specially formulated to cleanse, hydrate and protect the skin while maintaining its natural balance,” he said.

“Using these scientifically developed products is a much safer and more effective method of maintaining skin health and hygiene.”