Influencer in Taiwan, famed for consuming makeup, passes away; speculations surge about potential poisoning or heart attack among followers.
A social media sensation in the beauty industry of Taiwan, known as Guava Beauty, tragically passed away under mysterious circumstances. At the tender age of 24, she had amassed over 12,000 followers on one platform, renowned for her niche videos called "make-up mukbang."
These videos featured Guava Beauty 'scoffing' down beauty products such as lipstick, blush, and cotton pads, a concept reminiscent of typical mukbang videos where everyday food is consumed.
However, following her sudden demise, rumors have been swirling in mainland China about possible poisoning because of her peculiar content. Yet, the family has only disclosed that she succumbed to sudden ailments, offering no further insight into the matter[1][2][4].
It's important to clarify that these rumors are unsubstantiated speculation without any official investigation or confirmation. While it's possible that mimicking the consumption of cosmetics could be hazardous if actually ingested, there is no concrete evidence to link her death to her content[2][4].
Her unexpected passing has ignited an online discussion about the potential impacts of such content on impressionable viewers, who might misinterpret the safety of eating cosmetics[2][3]. However, the family's statement does not suggest any specific link to her content[1][2].
- Amidst the tragic loss of Guava Beauty, discussions on health-and-wellness and fitness-and-exercise have emerged, questioning the safety of mimicking cosmetic consumption as seen in her unique "make-up mukbang" videos.
- As the entertainment industry grapples with the aftermath of Guava Beauty's death, social media platforms are urged to exercise caution in moderating content that may promote unhealthy or harmful practices, such as eating cosmetics.
