Daniela RequenHe became known after her appearance on a recent Telecinco competition, securing third place in a challenging run titled nightmare in heaven. This Valencian journalist is active in regional politics, serving as the LGTBI provincial secretary and diversity representative for PSPV-PSOE since early 2022, and she published a memoir last year titled Mom, I’m a Woman. A trans girl’s diary of her transition, which has resonated with many readers.
Beyond journalism, Daniela has grown as a social influencer, amassing a substantial audience with more than 800,000 followers on TikTok and over 73,000 on Instagram. It was on these platforms that a new controversy began after Daniela publicly discussed a recent eye color procedure. She described a desire to move toward a hue inspired by a blend of Formentera blue and emerald green, mentioning in a TikTok clip that eyes would shift from brown to a greenish blue. She admitted the procedure was performed outside of Spain and explained that she now works with a clinic that offers the service. The technique reportedly involved applying pigment around the eye area so the desired color would appear, while claiming the operation targeted a superficial area that would not affect vision and would produce no functional changes.
Possible blindness debate grows
The media storm intensified when a video by Eva Ruiz, a student of Optics and Optometry, circulated on social media and called attention to potential risks. The discussion highlighted that the procedure uses a laser to remove pigment from the iris, yet the pigment can accumulate in the eye’s anterior chamber. Since the anterior chamber lacks a drainage mechanism, this can raise intraocular pressure and increase the risk of eye diseases such as glaucoma, optic nerve damage, and retinal detachment. The long-term consequence could be vision loss, and many health authorities have prohibited this kind of procedure in several countries. The debate covered safety, ethics, and the need for informed consent before attempting cosmetic eye modifications, especially when performed abroad.
Daniela responded to the controversy with a follow-up video explaining that the explanations provided in other clips do not fully reflect what she underwent. She noted that the discussion included misunderstandings about her specific procedure and reiterated that several professionals had warned about contraindications. Some critics suspect that clinics may offer discounts or freebies in exchange for publicity, adding another layer of complexity to the public discourse around elective eye treatments.
In the broader context, experts emphasize the importance of rigorous clinical assessment and regulatory oversight for any cosmetic eye procedure. They point to the limited evidence on long-term outcomes, the possibility of irreversible changes, and the need for clear patient education before proceeding with interventions that alter eye color. The conversation also touches on the responsibility of influencers to share accurate information, especially when audiences include young followers who may be drawn to dramatic cosmetic changes without fully understanding the risks. The central message from eye health professionals remains clear: safety and informed choice should guide any decision about eye modification, and temporary aesthetic changes should not come at the cost of vision or eye health. As the discussion continues, the public looks for dependable guidance from medical authorities and credible sources that explain both the potential benefits and the real dangers of such procedures, and urges accountability for elective cosmetic practices conducted beyond national borders.