Mexican Instagram model Joselyn Cano, 29, passed away in Colombia due to complications from a Brazilian butt lift. Cano’s family streamed her funeral on YouTube. The news shocked social media, with influencer Lira Mercer breaking the story on Twitter. Although her family hasn’t officially confirmed her death, it appears Cano, known for her social media following and fashion work, has indeed passed away. A message during the live-stream reported her birth and death dates. Cano’s social media hadn’t been updated since December 7, 2020. Many users shared condolences, expressing the tragedy of her early death.

Brazilian butt lifts are popular, with a 252% increase in procedures from 2000 to 2015. When done correctly, they are relatively safe, but complications can be life-threatening if performed incorrectly, such as fat entering the bloodstream. The odds of dying from a Brazilian butt lift are one in three thousand.

The dangers of butt lifts have raised concerns in recent years