URGENT UPDATE: A bar manager in Cwmbran, South Wales, claims she was left looking like she had “been in a ring with Mike Tyson” following a severe allergic reaction to Clairol Nice n’ Easy hair dye. Tiffany Clissett, aged 36, reported the shocking incident occurred on October 2, 2025, when she attempted to touch up her roots with a black dye after five weeks of growth.
Clissett, who had dyed her hair black for nearly a decade, used the Clairol product without conducting a patch test. Just three days later, she experienced extreme swelling and discomfort. “My head felt very tight and like it was pulling,” Clissett recounted, noting that friends joked she resembled the movie character Drop Dead Fred when he slams his head in a fridge. The swelling escalated, causing her eyes to nearly shut.
On October 6, after waking up with pus-filled blisters and significant facial swelling, she sought medical attention. A doctor confirmed the allergic reaction and prescribed antihistamines and steroid cream. “I couldn’t see out of my right eye,” Tiffany said, describing her distressing symptoms.
Photos shared by Clissett depict her swollen face, emphasizing the severity of the reaction. Fortunately, after a week of medication, the swelling subsided, but she still faces lingering scabs from the ordeal. “This was quite traumatizing to go through,” she admitted, urging others to conduct patch tests before using at-home hair dye kits.
“My advice is to make sure you do a patch test,” Clissett emphasized. “It’s not worth the risk.” Moving forward, she plans to have her hair dyed professionally to avoid further complications.
Authorities have confirmed that allergic reactions to hair dye can occur, leading to symptoms such as redness, irritation, and even blistering. Experts recommend conducting a patch test behind the ear or in the inner elbow before applying any new hair dye, regardless of previous experience with the brand.
This shocking incident serves as a critical reminder for beauty enthusiasts everywhere: always prioritize safety when coloring your hair. Clairol has been contacted for comment regarding this alarming reaction. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
