- By Shailvee Tiwari
- Fri, 11 Apr 2025 12:23 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Yarn-Inspired Makeup Trend: Just when we thought makeup trends couldn’t get any weirder, social media surprised us again. This time, it’s all about yarn—yes, actual wool being glued to faces. If you’re wondering how far the love for crocheting can go, well, it’s officially made its way into beauty routines. People are literally pasting yarn on their skin, painting over it with makeup, and calling it art. Sounds wild? It is! Quirky, sticky, and slightly painful too. But hey, it’s going viral for a reason.
TikTok Births It, Instagram Spreads It:
Like most over-the-top trends, this one was born on TikTok. And as usual, Instagram users, especially from Asia were quick to jump in. Scroll through reels and you’ll see faces wrapped in colourful thread, shaped into everything from cartoon characters to creepy horror looks. While it might look cool on camera, let’s not ignore the reality. Yarn makeup isn’t all fun and games. The glue used can cause skin irritation, and pulling it off? Not exactly gentle.
For some, going viral is worth a little skin damage. They’ll risk rashes, breakouts, and hours of back pain, all for a few seconds of trending fame. And you know what? Some of those reels are getting insane views. From clown-inspired colour bombs to spooky special effects, creators are pushing their limits and their skin.
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Wanna Try It Anyway? Here’s What You Need:
1. If you’re someone who loves experimenting with the absurd, go ahead—just do it the safe way.
2. Use skin-friendly glue (makeup artists often use washable glue sticks)
3. Start with clean, moisturized skin
4 A bit of petroleum jelly can help protect your face
5. Begin from the center—your nose—and slowly work your way out
6. And most importantly, be patient. This look takes time and a whole lot of effort
Sure, this trend might sound totally bizarre but it’s also a space to get as creative as you want. Whether you go for a dramatic movie-inspired look or create your own abstract art piece, it’s all about having fun. Just remember: your skin deserves kindness. Be safe, be creative and maybe keep the glue off your eyebrows.
Social Media Reaction:
As the yarn-inspired makeup trend continues to spin across timelines, netizens are having a meltdown, some in awe, others in horror. One user gushed, “Insanely cool yet so creepy, love it,” while another shuddered, “The nightmares I’m going to have.”
Someone hilariously chimed in with, “Oh my god!.. again..! And here I was still wondering how you’re going to remove the first one,” echoing everyone’s concern about the messy aftermath. And of course, not all reactions were diplomatic—“This is NONSENSE, EWW,” one unimpressed user declared.
