Who is Marcela Iglesias? The ‘Human Barbie’ who believes her son’s blood holds the secret to ageless beauty
Marcela Iglesias, a 47-year-old influencer who refers to herself as a "human Barbie," is planning to undergo a blood transfusion from her 23-year-old son, Rodrigo, in early 2025. The aim of the procedure is to reverse the effects of ageing, with Iglesias believing that the blood from a younger donor, especially her own son, could rejuvenate her cells. Iglesias has already spent nearly $100,000 on various cosmetic procedures, primarily non-invasive injectables, in her quest to maintain a youthful appearance.
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Marcela’s Anti-Ageing Journey
Born in Argentina and now living in Los Angeles, Iglesias has spent several decades working on maintaining her youthful look. She follows a strict wellness routine, which includes spending approximately $965 each month on treatments such as IV infusions, injections, vitamins, and creams. Additionally, she adheres to a pescatarian diet and avoids soy, alcohol, fizzy drinks, and sugary foods. Iglesias also exercises for an hour daily and ensures she gets eight hours of sleep every night, according to reports by the Daily Mail.
Iglesias' Instagram following of over 1.2 million people often sees her posting about her beauty and wellness routine. Despite being 47, she has remained remarkably youthful-looking, with her followers often commenting on her appearance. The influencer recently shared a picture of herself from her teenage years, demonstrating that she has aged very little over the last three decades.
