China woman undertaker criticised for disrespecting the dead by wearing make-up at work

A woman undertaker in China has trended on social media thanks to the stark contrast between her good looks and her job of dealing with the dead.

Pan Meili, in her 30s, has been embalming bodies for 15 years since she graduated from the Changsha Social Work College. She majored in funeral services.

Pan works at a funeral service franchise in Qingdao, eastern Shandong province, and has served 15,000 families so far, the Xiaoxiang Morning Herald reported.

She attracted public attention after she began releasing videos about her work in May.

Many internet users were intrigued by the contrast between her appearance, which is similar to that of famous singer Zhang Bichen, and the work she does.

Pan has amassed 870,000 followers on social media and garnered more than seven million likes.

Some people have criticised her use of make-up, nail polish and perfume while working. However, Pan says they do not affect her performance.

  

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