What is TikTok’s viral olive oil story? Explained

TikTok’s viral "olive oil story" recounts a chaotic mishap involving a hair mask, a burglar alarm, and a police visit.


Pop Culture & Art December 09, 2024
Photo: TikTok/Megan Chacalos

The olive oil story has become a viral sensation on TikTok, leaving millions entertained by its chaotic humor and relatability.

Originating from TikTok user Megan Chacalos, now dubbed the “olive oil girl,” the story features a hilarious mishap involving a hair mask gone wrong.

In a slideshow post featuring Pepe the King Prawn memes, Megan explains how she attempted to improve her hair’s texture with an olive oil treatment. After saturating her hair and wrapping it in saran wrap, she went to the garage for a drink. Excess oil dripped onto the floor, creating a slippery trail. Her startled cat jumped, causing her to fall and slam into a door.

The chaos escalated when Megan triggered a burglar alarm, prompting her dad to leap into action wielding a titanium baseball bat. Moments later, police arrived to investigate, mistaking the commotion for a break-in. Adding to her woes, a waterline break left her unable to rinse out the oil, forcing her to attend school with her hair still wrapped in plastic.

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Whoever started this trend needs an award because I haven’t laughed so hard in my entire year until the sound in this trend came out 😂 #likeaprayer

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The post has racked up over 28.9 million views, with countless users recreating or referencing the story. Megan later confirmed the story’s authenticity, commenting, “Unfortunately it did happen, and this isn’t even in my top 5 craziest stories.”

The olive oil story is one of many viral moments on TikTok this year, proving the platform’s ability to turn everyday chaos into entertainment gold.

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