Osmani García has changed the color of his eyes! Yes, you heard that right. The Cuban reggaeton artist underwent a keratopigmentation procedure and now boasts striking blue eyes.
With his eyes closed and still in disbelief, the Cuban singer posted a video on his Instagram to share this radical transformation with his followers. "I'm scared, I'm terrified to look at myself," the artist said before looking in the mirror to see the results of this procedure.
When he finally overcame his fears, his astonishment was evident: "Oh my god! This is the most beautiful color that has come out of here. It's a dream, I look like a different person... I always, always dreamed of having my eyes like this."
"I want to scream with joy," he added in another Instagram post alongside a before-and-after photo, displaying his brown eyes on the left and his new blue eyes on the right.
Keratopigmentation, also known as ocular tattooing or eye color change, is a novel procedure that permanently and irreversibly alters the color of the eyes. Although it is an advanced technique in ocular aesthetics, some specialists in the field of ophthalmology consider it an "invasive and controversial cosmetic procedure."
Understanding Keratopigmentation and Its Implications
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers about keratopigmentation, the procedure Osmani García underwent, and its broader implications.
What is keratopigmentation?
Keratopigmentation is a procedure that permanently changes the color of the eyes through the application of a tattoo-like pigment to the cornea.
Is keratopigmentation safe?
While some consider it a safe procedure when performed by experienced professionals, others in the ophthalmology field view it as an invasive and controversial cosmetic treatment.
How long does the eye color change last?
The change is permanent and irreversible, meaning the new eye color will last for the rest of the person's life.
What are the potential risks of keratopigmentation?
Potential risks include infection, inflammation, and other complications that can arise from any invasive cosmetic procedure.