Mzansi Woman’s Face Swells From Wig Glue in Video, SA Amused: “I Find These So Funny”
- One babe shocked the nation after she showcased how her face swelled up, all thanks to a wig glue
- In the clip, she showed off how her face looked before and after, and it grabbed the attention of many
- Social media users reacted to the lady's video as they flooded the comments section, expressing their thoughts
- Briefly News spoke to a qualified artistic and creative hairstylist, Lazaros Sumbane, about common allergic reactions to wig glues and how to avoid them
One young South African woman took to social media to show off how she suffered all in the name of beauty.
Woman's face swells over wig glue
The stunner shared a video under the TikTok handle @sisipho_kolela, in which she showcased how her face was swollen due to the wig glue she applied to her head.
@sisipho_kolela went on to reveal the glue's name while taking to her TikTok handle, saying:
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"Ghost bond glue when I catch you."
The young lady also shared that she was ready to speak up about her experience with the brand, which left her in such a state. The video captured the attention of many and gained massive traction on TikTok.
Watch the clip of the woman's swollen face below:
Allergic reactions to wig glues & how to avoid
While speaking to Briefly News, qualified artistic and creative hairstylist, Lazaros Sumbane listed the typical allergic reactions to wig glues or hair, including the following:
- Redness
- Itching
- Swelling
- Burning sensation
- Blistering
To identify a potential allergy from wig glue and adhesive, one can do the following, according to Lazaros:
"Conduct a patch test (apply a small amount to a discrete area). Monitor for reactions (1-2 days). Check ingredients (e.g., latex, cyanoacrylate) and consult a dermatologist or healthcare professional."
Safety tips for using wig glue & avoiding reactions
Choose hypoallergenic products
- Follow instructions carefully
- Perform patch tests
- Use thin application layers
- Avoid prolonged wear
- Remove gently
- Cleanse skin thoroughly
"Last but not least, know your skin type, understand your skin, take care of your skin, and avoid overdoing it," he added.
Mzansi reacts to woman's TikTok video
The online community responded to the hun's wig glue nightmare, flocking to the comments to express their thoughts.
User said:
"People who use Ghost bond remind me of people who use bolt after everything they know."
Nelisa added:
"I find these so funny. Ghost Bond glue users are identical to those Bolt users."
Queen_sparkles shared:
"I remember when I was in your situation. Eish, you'll be okay, man."
Sauccy cracked a joke, saying:
"Someone said "Thomas the train," I'm crying."
User commented:
"Trying all my best not to laugh."
Woman shows off her wig glue nightmare
Briefly News previously reported that one woman posted her experience with wig glue.
The lady's video clip showcases how her hairline got bad after wearing multiple types of wigs with glue. The video of the woman's hairline received over 281.8K views with many likes and comments. Many people in the comments were curious to know how things went wrong.
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Johana Mukandila (Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za
Lazaros Sumbane (Founder of Pro Love Salon and Pro Love Academy) Lazaros Sumbane is a qualified artistic and creative hairstylist. With over 14 years of experience, he excels in cutting, colouring, styling, weaving and crafting for special events. Sumbane was featured in the 2021 SABC3 show "A Cut Above the Rest". In 2018, Lazaros initiated a programme to give back to the elderly.