WATCH: Kenyan Content Creator Details Severe Allergic Reaction to New Lip Gloss

A Kenyan content creator has shared a video detailing an allergic reaction that affected her lips after applying a lip gloss she had not used before.

The creator, who documented the entire experience on social media, explained that the reaction developed slowly over several days before becoming visibly severe.

According to her account, the symptoms began the previous week, shortly after she switched to the new product.

She stated that she noticed unusual swelling and discomfort that worsened with continued application. In the video, she displays the specific lip gloss she had been using at the time of the reaction.

Medical Advice and Treatment

The creator revealed that she sought medical attention after the symptoms intensified. A doctor advised her to stop using the oil she had been applying on her lips and offered medication to manage the reaction.

She explained that the discomfort interfered with basic daily activities, including facial expressions.

“For the past days I couldn’t even laugh,” she said, describing the extent of the irritation and swelling. She added that she had since switched to using Arimis to help soothe her lips.

By the time she shared the update, she confirmed improvement, stating that the swelling had gone down and she was no longer experiencing the same level of pain or dryness.

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In the video, the content creator shows that she applied Arimis, a petroleum jelly largely used for skin protection. She indicated that it provided relief and helped restore moisture to her lips.

Her followers responded with mixed reactions, many offering advice based on their personal experiences with lip products and skin sensitivity.

Public Reactions

1. “Women, just apply Arimis or Vaseline on your lips, achaneni na hizi vitu mnatumia.”
   This comment suggests that basic petroleum jellies like Arimis and Vaseline are safer alternatives. The commenter advises avoiding unfamiliar cosmetic products.

2. “They do that so you're dependent on it... Without it your lips 'must dry'.”
   This reaction implies that some lip glosses contain ingredients that create reliance, causing dryness when the product is not used.

3. “Wacha nitulie kwa vaseline?”
   The commenter states they will stick to Vaseline going forward, expressing caution after seeing the creator’s experience.