(Mashable) A bizarre and alarming trend has emerged on TikTok, where users are engaging in a practice called ‘Bone Smashing’. In this strange trend, individuals use blunt objects like hammers and bottles to strike their own faces, believing it will lead to a more aesthetically appealing appearance.
This disturbing phenomenon has garnered over 267.7 million views on TikTok, raising concerns about the potential risks involved. The ‘Bone Smashing’ trend revolves around the idea that deliberately breaking one’s facial bones can reshape their features to achieve a desired look. Some participants have even shared before-and-after photos to suggest that they have achieved their desired appearance through this unconventional method.
This trend appears to be loosely based on Wolff’s Law, a theory formulated by 19th-century German surgeon and anatomist Julius Wolff. According to this theory, bones undergo constant remodeling, with old or damaged bones being replaced by new ones. It suggests that applying mechanical force or physical stress to bones can accelerate this remodeling process, resulting in stronger, thicker bones. However, some TikTok users have misinterpreted this concept, using it to justify reshaping their facial features.
However, it is essential to note that there is no scientific evidence to support the notion that striking one’s face with blunt objects can enhance attractiveness. In fact, this practice directly contradicts Wolff’s Law, as blunt force to the face can cause harm, including fractures and deformities.
