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Jenna Lyons Opens Up About Genetic Disorder Causing Fake Hair, Teeth, Eyelashes

  • Jenna Lyons revealed she has a genetic disorder called incontinentia pigmenti, which causes skin changes, hair loss, small teeth, eye issues.
  • The condition inspired Lyons' fashion career and led her to create a line of natural-looking false eyelashes called Love Seen.
  • Incontinentia pigmenti affects fewer than 5,000 people in the US and typically impacts skin, teeth, hair, nails, eyes, and nervous system.
  • Lyons says incontinentia pigmenti made her introverted but fueled her love of fashion, allowing her to change how she looks and feels.
  • There is no cure for incontinentia pigmenti, but treatments are available to manage different symptoms.
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