The Sellotape Selfie Challenge, also known as the Scotch Tape Challenge, became a viral internet sensation in early 2014 after a Facebook page dedicated to facial distortion gained massive popularity. The trend involves participants wrapping clear adhesive tape around their heads to flatten their noses and stretch their skin into grotesque, often pig-like expressions. While the concept of taping one's face dates back to scenes in films like 'Yes Man,' the challenge turned into a digital phenomenon where users competed to see who could look the most unrecognizable. It serves as a classic example of early 2010s absurdist humor, where the primary goal is visual shock value and low-budget physical comedy.