Thailand new star pygmy hippo

Moo deng make up

Famous pygmy hippo inspires ‘Moo Deng

Moo Deng the pygmy hippo has sparked a new trend called "Moo Deng Makeup", the latest beauty craze on social media, inspiring many to re-create the adorable look of the baby hippopotamus.

Thailand’s hottest new star, Moo Deng, a female pygmy hippo living at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi province, has gone viral with her cuteness. Despite her fame, Moo Deng hasn’t capitalised on it by launching her own skincare or makeup line, unlike other celebrities. Instead, beauty content creators have drawn inspiration from her natural charm

Instagram and TikTok users have been sharing their love for Moo Deng by re-creating her signature look through makeup. Mei Pang, a makeup artist and social-media content creator with more than 3 million Instagram followers, was one of the first to join the Moo Deng makeup trend. With such a large following, it's no surprise the trend has gone viral among the general public.