TikTok's viral yarn makeup challenge taking art to a new level

TikTok's viral yarn makeup challenge taking art to a new level (Photo: TikTok)

TikTok's ability to drive trends to their absolute limit is undeniable, and the latest craze, the "yarn makeup" challenge, is a testament to that. Skilled creators are transforming their faces into works of art using nothing more than yarn, makeup, and a dash of extraordinary creativity.

The trend originated with influencer Eleanor Barnes (@snitchery on TikTok), who posted a striking, somewhat unsettling recreation of the look. Her video, captioned "Say hello to your new sleep paralysis demon," sparked a wave of intrigued reactions. "I need to try this," one user commented, expressing a fascination with the "naturally uncanny" nature of yarn makeup.