Brandi Glanville just gave her face parasite a name and, in true "Real Housewives" fashion, it is petty!
The reality star revealed she dubbed the unwelcome intruder "Caroline," a not-so-subtle jab at her longtime rival Caroline Manzo.
Brandi Glanville's return to the spotlight follows a rough chapter in her career, one that began when rumors swirled that she crossed the line with Manzo during filming, leading to the early exit that sent her into a troubled spiral.
Brandi Glanville Burns Face With Nair Trying To Evict Her Facial Parasite
Glanville is taking beauty DIY to a whole new and dangerous level. She shocked fans after sharing a graphic TikTok update on her ongoing battle with a facial parasite, which she nicknamed "Caroline" after longtime enemy Caroline Manzo.
In the video, Glanville revealed she used Nair, a hair-removal cream, as a way to exfoliate her skin and annoy the parasite she claims is living in her face. With a deadpan expression, she noted, "When I have an exfoliated face, it pisses Caroline off, whoever's living in my face."
The unconventional method backfired, leaving her with visible burns and damaged skin. "She's moved from here to up there," Glanville explained, referencing "Caroline," while zooming in on her cheekbone and forehead.
In her caption, she shared a DIY treatment to ease the pain: "Mix up some aloe Vera, cucumber, and black tea. Put it in the freezer. Put it in the spray bottle and once it's cold enough, spray all day."
The TV Personality Says 'Housewives' Scandal Ruined Her Life
@brandiglanvilleofficial Beauty hacks (this is a good one but do a test patch)I did 7 minutes and I'm on fire sooooioko don't to 7 minutes it also burned the loose skin off my arms & its 7 dollars 😎 mix up some aloe vera, cucumber and black tea put it in the freezer put it in the spray bottle and once it's cold enough spray all day cause I'm in some pain
Based on her recent TikTok video, Glanville is not done unpacking the emotional fallout from her time on "The Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip." It is worth noting that in April, she made it clear that the off-camera damage runs deeper than viewers might think.
In a revealing interview, Glanville opened up about hitting rock bottom after being sent home from Morocco while filming the now-shelved fourth season of the Bravo spinoff.
The Blast noted that Glanville said her world crumbled when reports surfaced claiming she behaved inappropriately toward fellow castmate Caroline Manzo, an accusation she flat-out denies.
"It's ruined my life. Those [first] six months, I was in a fetal position on my couch, like, contemplating suicide [and I was] being called horrible things," she said bluntly.
She also revealed that the backlash cost her more than just her Bravo gig. "All my jobs were canceled," Glanville said, adding that the narrative around her exit moved so fast she did not even get a chance to defend herself before doors started slamming shut.
The 'Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills' Alum Says Illness Has Drained Her Finances
To make matters worse, as she lost her financial footing, she began to deal with a lingering illness that has not let up. Glanville revealed that she is still battling a mystery illness that has cost her more than just peace of mind.
The Blast highlighted Glanville's emotional confession that she is now financially wiped out, having spent more than $113,000 out-of-pocket on treatment after hitting a wall with her insurance plan.
"I'm out of funds. I'm out over six figures at this point. I don't have the means to go anywhere at this point. I'm online every day, going down a different rabbit hole. It's exhausting. It's all-consuming," she shared.
The Reality TV Star Says Parasite Has Robbed Her Of Sex, Confidence, And Herself
The mysterious parasite has not just drained her bank account; it has also stolen the parts of life she enjoys most. Mourning the version of herself she once knew, Glanville noted that her current life was as isolated as during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The 52-year-old admitted bluntly, "I miss socializing with my girlfriends and then having sex with men. I'm a Scorpio. I love sex. So, I was having a lot of it, and now I haven't had any of it, and I'm like, 'Have I forgotten how to kiss?'"
Known for her outspoken and unfiltered takes, she did not stop there. Glanville confessed that the ongoing health battle has chipped away at her once-solid sense of self.
"I've lost myself," she said. "I feel more insecure than I ever have in my life. I don't get anxiety about most things. Some things do give me anxiety, don't get me wrong, but I feel like I lost Brandi."
Brandi Glanville's Mysterious Parasite Gets Traced To Morocco Trip
After years of confusion and pain, Glanville may finally have some answers, and she is not alone in her misery. Last month, The Blast reported that fellow Bravo star Vicki Gunvalson believes she contracted the same parasite that has been wreaking havoc on Glanville's life.
The "Real Housewives of Orange County" alum said the symptoms began after the pair's 2023 trip to Morocco for "Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip."
Gunvalson did not mince words. She described the environment as less than sanitary and shared that Glanville's condition is severe, with the parasite moving to different parts of her body and causing intense discomfort. And it has not been easy for Gunvalson either.
Medical tests confirmed parasites had overrun her gut, and while both women are still not out of the woods, the likely source of their health nightmare has finally been pinpointed.
Clearly, the Housewives drama is not a thing of the past for Brandi Glanville.