In the Instagram video, Peixoto can be seen opening a container filled with her faeces and applying it to her face as if it were any other skincare mask. To counter the foul smell, she uses a clothespin to pinch her nose. She leaves the faeces mask on for several minutes before washing it off, concluding the video by showing off her glowing skin. “It’s worked for me, and my skin has stopped flaking!” Peixoto excitedly claims in the post, further amplifying the controversy.
Mixed Reactions Erupt as Influencer's Feces Mask Video Gains Attention
While some followers were skeptical and horrified by her actions, others expressed curiosity, with a few praising her for embracing unconventional treatments. "I've never heard of anything like this before, but your skin does look great," commented one user. Another added, “What will people think of next?” A number of people, however, took to the post to voice their disgust, with many questioning the hygiene and safety of using faeces as a beauty treatment. "This is not only dangerous but disgusting," one user wrote, while another commented, "There are so many safe skincare products available, why resort to this?"
Peixoto’s skincare video follows her previous controversial stunt last year when she married her much older cousin, which also led to significant backlash online. Despite the criticism, she appears to remain undeterred, continuing to share her unconventional beauty practices with her growing social media following.
Health experts have weighed in on the matter, with many cautioning against using such extreme treatments. “The risk of bacterial and viral infections from using faeces on your skin is very real,” warned dermatologist Dr. Leandro Augusto. “Faeces contain harmful microorganisms that can cause skin infections and other serious health problems.”
Peixoto’s post has sparked a wider conversation about beauty standards and the lengths to which some individuals go in search of quick fixes to achieve flawless skin. While some defend her right to try new things, others are calling for greater responsibility when it comes to promoting such extreme treatments online.