A young woman has issued a stark warning about the dangers of DIY cosmetic procedures after her boyfriend's attempt at administering lip fillers left her looking like a "zombie".
The terrifying ordeal began when her partner used a cheap, non-medical kit purchased from the internet to inject her lips. What was meant to be a beauty treatment quickly turned into a nightmare.
"My lips just started swelling and swelling," she recounted. "They were huge, rock hard, and I couldn't even move my mouth. I looked like something from a horror film."
Panic set in as the swelling showed no signs of subsiding. Fearing a severe reaction or permanent damage, the couple rushed to seek emergency medical help.
A Warning Against Online Kits
This horrifying incident highlights the growing and dangerous trend of unqualified individuals performing cosmetic work using cheap kits readily available on online marketplaces.
Medical professionals have repeatedly warned that these procedures should only be carried out by trained, licensed practitioners in a clinical setting. The risks of infection, tissue death, and irreversible damage are extremely high when performed by amateurs.
"You are playing Russian roulette with your face," said a dermatologist commenting on the trend. "Saving money is not worth risking your health and your appearance."
The Aftermath and Recovery
Thankfully, after receiving prompt medical attention, the woman's severe swelling began to reduce. However, the experience served as a painful and frightening lesson on the importance of cosmetic safety.
She is now sharing her story in the hope of preventing others from making the same near-fatal mistake, urging everyone to research practitioners thoroughly and never cut corners when it comes to injectable treatments.
Her final piece of advice is simple: "Just don't do it. It's not worth it. Go to a proper professional or don't get it done at all."
