‘Self-harming for sympathy?': Brandi Glanville faces backlash over bizarre skincare mishap
Brandi Glanville suffers facial burns after using Nair to treat alleged parasite
In a short TikTok video posted on Sunday, Brandi Glanville, 52, revealed that she had used Nair in an attempt to eliminate a supposed facial parasite. However, the hair removal product caused a severe reaction, resulting in what appeared to be chemical burns on her face. In the clip, she joked about her appearance, saying, 'Good news, you don't have to spend a lot of money on peels and lasers anymore.'
In her TikTok video, Brandi Glanville claimed that applying Nair to her face caused the alleged parasite "Caroline" (she named it this) to shift to a different area. She jokingly referred to Nair as 'the fountain of youth' but admitted to overusing it, cautioning viewers, 'Seven minutes, don't do it.'
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Brandi Glanville severely burned her face after using Nair on her face in an attempt to kill her facial parasite. 😮 🎥: TikTok/brandiglanvilleofficial pic.twitter.com/kXflrWT8E9
Is Brandi Glanville doing this for sympathy? Internet trolls her massively
Taking to the comment section of the video shared by Page 6, people on the internet said that she needs a doctor.
One wrote, 'Who told her that was a good idea?.'
A second added, 'Wait, did she name the 'parasite' Caroline.' A third went on to add, 'She might need a straight jacket, she is self harming for sympathy? This lady is just too much.'
Who told her that was a good idea?
honestly think it's a joke, and she's got a face pack on
She IS a parasite.
She might need a straight jacket, she is self harming for sympathy? This lady is just too much
This is mental illness spiralling out of control She doesn't have a parasite in her face
Who is Brandi Glanville?
Brandi Glanville is an American TV personality, author, and former model, best known for starring in The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. She began her career in high-fashion modeling, working with top brands like Chanel, Versace, and Armani, and appeared in magazines like Glamour and Cosmopolitan. After the show, she wrote two bestselling books, started a podcast called Brandi Glanville Unfiltered, and launched a clothing line, a wine brand, and a mobile app.
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