"I Will Not Recover From This": Young Woman Calls Out Skincare Brand Over Damaging Side Effects

"I Will Not Recover From This": Young Woman Calls Out Skincare Brand Over Damaging Side Effects

  • A young lady took to social media to call out a skincare brand for the way it caused her skin to look
  • The viral TikTok video showcased how her face looked after applying the cream and included her thoughts
  • Comments poured in from online users who filled the post with their opinions, while some asked questions

A woman has caused a stir on social media after sharing a video showing the alarming side effects of a skincare product.

A woman called out a skincare brand over damaging side effects.
A woman called out a skincare brand for the damaging side effects caused by its product in a TikTok video. Image: @bophelo095
Source: TikTok

Woman shows skincare product’s effects on her skin

In the now-viral clip, which was shared by TikTok user @bophelo095, the young woman confidently displayed her face, revealing visibly lighter skin and peeling off, leaving her disappointed.

While taking to her caption, @bophelo095 called out the brand, saying:

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"Gentle magic is a bleach. I don’t know if I will recover from this."

The video has sparked a wave of reactions, with many users sharing similar experiences while others expressed support and demanded a formal response from the company. Many emphasised that the responsibility lies with brands to be transparent and safe.

At the time of publishing, the skincare company has not issued a public statement. This incident has reignited conversations around product safety and the need for stricter regulations in the beauty industry.

Watch the video below:

SA chimes in on the woman's skincare fail

The online community took to the comments section to express their thoughts on the woman's skincare cream gone wrong, saying:

Elainekgope shared:

"Kanti, which gentle magic do you guys use?"

I am Macekoane expressed:

"People don't understand. With gentle magic. You don't use all de products. Use soap and serum."

PoliteM stated:

"It removes dead skin, and after that, you'll be fine and glowing."

Landzź replied:

"The only good thing from Gentle Magic is the serum; leave everything else."

Mandisa nkosi shared:

"Me right now I look like I have vitiligo."

Miss M commented:

"Where did you guys buy those Gentle Magic?? I use it and my skin is normal I am not light skin."

Tsunami replied:

"The toner is a bit harsh on the skin, especially if you have sensitive skin. You can dilute the toner with water and only use it at night and or use it 3 times a week, combine that with the serum and soap. Don't forget a good sunscreen during the day, hope this helps."
A woman called out a skincare brand after its product caused damaging side effects on her skin.
A South African woman called out a skincare brand for causing damaging side effects. Image: @bophelo095
Source: TikTok

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  • A woman plugged South Africa with a top-tier hair and skin care product, and people went wild in the comments. TikTok user @tubbycontent dished out an impressive plug. The stunner unveiled a product she claims can be used for hair and skin.
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Source: Briefly News

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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana 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

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