Zombie filler sparks safety and ethics questions in cosmetic trend
Donor adipose tissue injections marketed as the “zombie filler” are being discussed as a cosmetic option, but long-term data are scarce and there is no Australian approval yet. Experts warn of immune reactions, infection, and disease transmission, while noting the procedure is still novel and not backed by robust trials. The safer, established option remains using the patient’s own fat, and ethicists raise concerns about donor consent and normalizing body-modification content.