Wed Nov 20 00:49:54 UTC 2024: ## Biohacker’s ‘Baby Face’ Quest Backfires: Allergic Reaction Causes Temporary Blindness

**San Francisco, CA** – Multimillionaire biohacker Bryan Johnson’s quest for a youthful appearance took a dramatic turn when a radical anti-aging treatment resulted in a severe allergic reaction. The 47-year-old, known for his extreme self-experimentation under his “Project Blueprint,” underwent a procedure involving the injection of donor fat into his face to restore lost volume.

However, within 30 minutes of the injection, Johnson experienced a dramatic swelling that temporarily blinded him. He described the reaction on Instagram as his face “blow[ing] up,” escalating to the point where he was unable to see. The reaction was attributed to a severe allergy.

Johnson, who had previously lost significant facial fat leading to a gaunt appearance, explained that his team believed facial fat was crucial for a youthful look. He opted for donor fat due to a lack of sufficient fat reserves in his own body. The procedure involved injecting a “fat-derived extracellular matrix” to stimulate natural fat growth.

While the reaction was alarming, Johnson reported that his vision and facial swelling returned to normal within seven days. He acknowledged the challenges of being both the subject and creator of such experimental treatments, stating, “Building a product is one thing; being the product is a whole different thing.” Johnson’s ongoing Project Blueprint continues to explore extreme measures in the pursuit of reversing aging.

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