In 2017, Canadian body modification enthusiast Catt Gallinger decided to transform her look in an extreme way . Covered in tattoos and no stranger to bold self-expression, she chose to undergo a rare procedure called a sclera tattoo — injecting ink directly into the white part of the eye to permanently change its color. She wanted a vivid purple shade to contrast her natural green eyes
But within hours, everything went wrong. Instead of healing, purple ink began leaking from her eye . It swelled shut, became painfully inflamed, and developed an infection. Photos later showed purple tears streaming down her face.
The procedure was done by a body modification artist, not a medical professional. The ink was reportedly injected too deeply and improperly diluted . Doctors warned she could lose her vision permanently.
Though she received intensive treatment, she suffered lasting vision damage. Afterward, she shared her story publicly — warning others that some cosmetic risks can change your life forever
In 2017, Canadian body modification enthusiast Catt Gallinger decided to transform her look in an extreme way . Covered in tattoos and no stranger to bold self-expression, she chose to undergo a rare procedure called a sclera tattoo — injecting ink directly into the white part of the eye to permanently change its color. She wanted a vivid purple shade to contrast her natural green eyes
But within hours, everything went wrong. Instead of healing, purple ink began leaking from her eye . It swelled shut, became painfully inflamed, and developed an infection. Photos later showed purple tears streaming down her face.
The procedure was done by a body modification artist, not a medical professional. The ink was reportedly injected too deeply and improperly diluted . Doctors warned she could lose her vision permanently.
Though she received intensive treatment, she suffered lasting vision damage. Afterward, she shared her story publicly — warning others that some cosmetic risks can change your life forever
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