The Beauty Parasite

The Story

Relentless bullying drives Molly to seek refuge in a viral beauty mask. The device grants her the flawless complexion she has always dreamed of, instantly transforming her social standing. Admiration and attention follow her new appearance, yet this shift comes at a horrifying cost. Molly soon discovers that her perfect face is actually a layer of alien parasitic fungus. The organism is slowly spreading through her body. It consumes her memories and begins taking control of her consciousness. The initial relief from harassment gives way to a terrifying loss of self. The mask does not just change her look; it actively erodes her identity from the inside out.