
Blac Chyna Is On A Journey To Dissolve All Of Her Facial Fillers, Here’s How It’s Going So Far

Blac Chyna is getting a major makeover, only this time, it’s from the inside out.
The influencer and former reality TV star first began documenting her journey to reversing her cosmetic surgery procedures on March 13 via a transparent Instagram video shared with her 16 million followers from her doctor’s office.
"As y'all know, I've been changing my life and changing my ways! One of the things that I feel like is going to take me to the next level is obviously taking some of these ass shots out," she shares.
Before moving forward with the procedure, the mother of two clarified the difference between “butt shots” and a BBL, punctuating the safety precautions that should be advised for each operation. "I just want all the ladies out there to know, do not get silicone shots because you can get sick, you can die, have complications, and all this other crazy stuff," she says.
In the latest set of reversal treatments, Chyna took to Allure Laser in Los Angeles to have her fillers removed. During the video diary, she recorded the session to get her “back to the baseline” as her doctor injected liquids into her cheeks to dissolve her fillers.
When asked what brought on her decision to go forward with the procedure, Chyna shared, “First of all, I’m tired of the look. And it’s just not flattering. It’s not what I look like. It totally changed my face, and I’m just ready to get back to Angela.” She continues, “Blac Chyna’s Blac Chyna, you know what I mean? I feel like I’ve outgrown that, and it’s just time for a change. And I just want to be good.”
“I’m on my journey right now, and I just want to start fresh, clean. Shout out to the girls who want to get fillers,” Chyna says. “We’re not saying, ‘Don’t do it.’ But just for me, I’m just kind of over the whole phase.”
This fresh start has also led her to make a return back to her birth name, Angela White. During an interview with Forbes, the Real Blac Chyna personality announced her decision to reclaim her real name as a means to reconnect with her true self.
"Well, it was given to me by birth, but mostly for me, it's getting back to myself," she says. "Because you know, being in the entertainment field, everybody always calls me, 'Hey Blac Chyna, Chyna, Chyna.' Nobody ever calls me Angela."
"So sometimes I would kind of like forget who I am because it's always about the brand, brand, brand, and not the person," she says.
While it's not the official end of Blac Chyna, she adds that there is a clear distinction between who she is as a person versus who she is as a brand. "Like, if I'm performing or things like that, that's Blac Chyna. But if I'm home and I'm with the kids, or if I'm doing my business stuff and I'm doing deals, that's Angela," she says, "Like how we are sitting here and having a conversation, this is Angela."
Many may credit the 34-year-old model for being one of the first public figures behind the popularization of BBL culture in the 2010s. With surgically enhanced derrieres, hyper-realistic lips, and face injections being peak signifiers of the "Instagram Model" aesthetics, it's hard not to notice the sudden pivot away from this body trend that was once highly praised.
Like Chyna, many other celebrities like Kim and Khloe Kardashian have made headlines for marking the sudden shift away from their once-exaggerated features by undergoing reversal procedures. Some have associated these changes with an intentional step towards separating themselves from the “Black woman aesthetics” that rose them to fame. And with this current trend surrounding reversals not seeming to stop anytime soon, many have questioned whether this could mark the beginning of the end of BBL culture as we know it in celebrity culture.
When beauty standards are attached to a trend, they’re fated to have a life cycle. And while these beauty trends and standards are ever-changing, the beauty, self-love, and confidence that we find within ourselves can only be defined for ourselves — no matter the route we choose to take.
With Blac Chyna sharing the steps she’s taking to elevate herself physically, mentally, and spiritually, the future looks bright for the social media starlet. From getting baptized, seeking sobriety, working out, and deleting her OnlyFans page, it appears that Chyna is looking inward for what she needs, and we love to see it.
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Aley Arion is a writer and digital storyteller from the South, currently living in sunny Los Angeles. Her site, yagirlaley.com, serves as a digital diary to document personal essays, cultural commentary, and her insights into the Black Millennial experience. Follow her at @yagirlaley on all platforms!
'He Said, She Said': Love Stories Put To The Test At A Weekend For Love
At the A Weekend For Love retreat, we sat down with four couples to explore their love stories in a playful but revealing way with #HeSaidSheSaid. From first encounters to life-changing moments, we tested their memories to see if their versions of events aligned—because, as they say, every story has three sides: his, hers, and the truth.
Do these couples remember their love stories the same way? Press play to find out.
Episode 1: Indira & Desmond – Love Across the Miles
They say distance makes the heart grow fonder, but for Indira & Desmond, love made it stronger. Every mile apart deepened their bond, reinforcing the unshakable foundation of their relationship. From their first "I love you" to the moment they knew they had found home in each other, their journey is a beautiful testament to the endurance of true love.
Episode 2: Jay & Tia – A Love Story Straight Out of a Rom-Com
If Hollywood is looking for its next Black love story, they need to take notes from Jay & Tia. Their journey—from an awkward first date to navigating careers, parenthood, and personal growth—proves that love is not just about romance but also resilience. Their story is full of laughter, challenges, and, most importantly, a love that stands the test of time.
Episode 3: Larencia & Mykel – Through the Highs and Lows
A date night with police helicopters overhead? Now that’s a story! Larencia & Mykel have faced unexpected surprises, major life changes, and 14 years of choosing each other every single day. But after all this time, do they actually remember things the same way? Their episode is sure to bring some eye-opening revelations and a lot of laughs.
Episode 4: Soy & Osei – A Love Aligned in Purpose
From a chance meeting at the front door to 15 years of unwavering love, faith, and growth, Soy & Osei prove that when two souls are aligned in love and purpose, nothing can shake their foundation. Their journey is a powerful reminder that true love is built on mutual support, shared values, and a deep connection that only strengthens with time.
Each of these couples has a unique and inspiring story to tell, but do their memories match up? Watch #HeSaidSheSaid to find out!
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Synthetic Braiding Hair & Chemicals: What To Know & What To Do Next
When I was younger, one of my favorite hairstyles was cornrows. I would get them long (as long as mom would allow me to get) with beads on the end. To get the length I wanted, I would add synthetic braiding hair.
Just like many other Black women I know, going to the hair store with my mom or other family members to grab a pack of kanekalon braiding hair was the norm. As I grew up and advanced, so did the hair industry.
Now, when you go to the hair store you are inundated with all kinds of hair textures, colors, and more. That’s why it was so upsetting to read the latest report about synthetic braiding hair.
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A Feb 27 Consumer Reports article revealed that most popular synthetic hair brands that are used for braiding have dangerous chemicals such as carcinogens, lead and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The report stated that 10 of the brands were tested and all 10 had these chemicals. These brands included Shake-N-Go, Sassy Collection, and Sensationnel.
These chemicals include benzene, which is a carcinogen that has been linked to acute myeloid leukemia and unsafe levels of lead, which can cause kidney damage, brain damage, and cardiovascular problems in adults.
In children, it can cause brain and nervous system damage, learning disabilities, behavioral problems and even developmental delays.
James E. Rogers, PhD, director and head of product safety testing led the testing for synthetic braiding hair. “Our exposure and risk analysis found all nine products could expose a regular user of any of these products to a level of lead that could be concerning over time,” he said.
As shocking as this is, it also brought some clarity around why I’ve had issues with wearing braiding hair as of late.
Not only have I dealt with scalp irritation, I’ve even had breakouts on my back from the hair touching. Since then, I’ve started rinsing the hair with apple cider vinegar, and haven’t had that many issues. However, the report stated that ACV isn’t a “cure-all” and can potentially release harmful chemicals when rinsing the hair.
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While the report sparked some outrage, chemist Javon Ford has a different view. In a TikTok video, he shared that the report was tested for oral exposure and not dermal exposure.
He showed a screenshot of an email he allegedly sent Consumer Reports questioning their decision to test this way. The email said, “the best model to use, in our view, is the ingestion model for the reasons given in the article.”
“While I understand they went with that model, I don’t agree with it because you’re not intentionally ingesting braids,” Javon said. The chemist also said that the amount of chemicals found in the brands is “conservative” compared to other types of products.
So what does this mean for us braid-wearers? If you still want to wear braids, but have some concerns, you can limit how often you wear them. Another option is wearing non-toxic braiding hair or plant-based hair. The only downside is that it's pricier than synthetic hair.
The Consumer Report also suggested checking for recalls, reading labels carefully, and reporting adverse effects. Hair isn’t regulated by the Food and Drug Administration, so it’s best to do your research when making purchases.
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