'Karma's a bitch' challenge is the 'Riverdale' meme we've been waiting for

Do you dare take the challenge?
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Chloe Bryan
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One way to exact revenge on your enemies is to look very, very good. And that is the entire premise of the "karma is a bitch" challenge.

To execute the challenge, which is currently taking over the Chinese social network Weibo, you'll need a front-facing camera and a scarf or sheet of fabric. You'll also need some glow-up materials: makeup, makeup remover, a beautiful plumed hat -- whatever you need to feel your best.

First, stare directly into the camera. Then, hold the scarf or fabric up in front of your face. When you finally fling it behind you, you should look completely different. Surprise, haters!!!!

Then, for the final dramatic step, utter Veronica Lodge's fabled words from Season 2, episode six of Riverdale: "Oh well. Karma's a bitch."

Also, Kreayshawn's "Gucci Gucci" -- a song that does not deserve a renaissance -- should be playing in the background.

Here are some examples.

Is this meme extremely dramatic? Yes. Is it a little superficial? Yes. But so is Riverdale, and it's also a truly delightful viewing experience. Perhaps the "karma is a bitch" challenge, then, is the Riverdale of memes.

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Chloe Bryan

Chloe was the shopping editor at Mashable. She was also previously a culture reporter. You can follow her on Twitter at @chloebryan.

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