Former Love Island star Faye Winter has opened up about her terrifying experience with a botched beauty treatment, serving as a stark warning to fans considering cosmetic procedures.
The reality TV personality revealed she suffered complications after receiving dermal fillers from an unqualified practitioner, leaving her with painful and noticeable side effects.
A Nightmare Experience
Winter described how what should have been a routine treatment turned into a distressing ordeal. "I woke up with my face completely swollen," she recalled. "It was painful, uneven, and nothing like what I'd asked for."
The Dangers of Unregulated Treatments
Her experience highlights growing concerns about the booming but poorly regulated cosmetic treatment industry in the UK. Many practitioners operate without proper medical qualifications, putting clients at risk of serious complications.
- Over 75% of cosmetic treatment complaints involve non-surgical procedures
- Fillers can cause vascular complications if incorrectly administered
- Many practitioners lack proper medical training
Recovery and Warning
Winter has since had the botched fillers dissolved by a qualified medical professional but warns others to thoroughly research practitioners before undergoing any treatments. "Check their qualifications, ask to see before-and-after photos of previous clients, and don't just go for the cheapest option," she advised.
The incident has left the reality star reconsidering cosmetic procedures altogether. "I've learned my lesson the hard way," she said. "Now I'm much more cautious about what I put in my body."
