03/14/2026
You may have seen the viral video of Bethenny Frankel accidentally cutting her face while using a glass facial cupping device at home.
Dr. Queller spoke with Allure about what happened, the real risks of at-home facial cupping, and how to properly treat skin injuries like this.
A few takeaways:
• Facial cupping can increase circulation and temporarily reduce puffiness
• But glass devices can break and cause serious skin injuries if used incorrectly
• If you cut your skin, the most important step is gentle cleansing and keeping the wound moist with plain petroleum jelly (like Vaseline) to support proper healing
Skincare tools may look simple online, but the skin on your face is delicate — and technique matters.
When in doubt, it’s always safest to leave procedures to trained professionals.
Thank you to and for including her perspective in the story. We are sorry this happened to you .
We asked a dermatologist if DIY facial cupping is worth the risk—and what to do if you find yourself in this situation.
