What started as a quirky home decor purchase turned into a viral internet mystery after a TikTok user discovered her lamp wasn’t what it seemed.
Curious and confused, she began investigating — documenting the whole experience on TikTok. The twist? The lamp turned out to be an actual croissant, not a plastic or resin replica.
In a video that has since racked up over 13 million views, the influencer cracks the lamp open, revealing a clearly laminated, doughy interior. In a moment that stunned viewers, she even breaks off a piece and tastes it — though experts warn against doing the same, as such items are likely coated in resin or other chemicals.
The lamp originated from Temu, a China-based e-commerce platform known for selling an eclectic mix of ultra-affordable goods — from power tools and lingerie to pet supplies and car parts. While the site offers just about everything under the sun, this bizarre incident has sparked serious questions about product authenticity and safety.
@froginahatgirl Pls explain temu
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The internet, predictably, is equal parts horrified and amused — and wondering how a real croissant made its way into a global marketplace as a functional lamp.