Amina Abdi Rabar Seeks Advice on Reducing Facial Fullness as Fans React

Former NTV presenter Amina Abdi Rabar has sparked a lively discussion on social media after asking her followers for tips on reducing her noticeably full cheeks.

The media personality recently shared a light-hearted video on her official TikTok account, @amina_rabar, inviting fans to suggest possible solutions to what she described as her big cheeks.

Set to the song “Yamii – Maandy”, the clip featured a text overlay in which Amina humorously questioned whether changing her eating habits would make a difference.

“So let’s come up with solutions for my big ass cheeks. Niwache kukula alafu?” she asked.

She reinforced the question in the caption, writing: “Lol! Give me solutions.”

Fans Respond With Advice and Jokes

Amina’s post attracted a mix of humorous reactions, practical suggestions and reassuring compliments from her followers and fellow TikTok users.

One user, @katrina_Omoro, pointed out that full cheeks could be an advantage, suggesting they help people maintain a youthful appearance.

“one thing about chubby cheeks is you always look like a teenage, huzeeki,” the user commented.

The response emerged as one of the most popular under the video, attracting 2,008 likes.

Another follower, @Tesh maina, offered a humorous warning about the movement of full cheeks while riding a motorcycle.

“usijaribu kubebwa na nduthi ..zitatingika,” the user joked.

Meanwhile, @Mellah 😜 suggested reducing salt consumption as a possible solution.

“Reduce Salt consumption..thank me later,” the follower advised.

Others encouraged Amina not to worry about her appearance. User @_scoreKE wrote:

“amina kula ufanane chivayo buana you only have one life.”

Amina’s sister, @Shukri Abdi, also joined the conversation, sharing a humorous comment from another user about the presenter returning to her previous appearance after breastfeeding.

“Someone said ukimaliza breastfeeding utakua sawa and I – 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😭😭 😂 😂,” she wrote.

Another reaction referenced a viral political joke about the 2027 General Election, leaving Amina’s followers amused.

“😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 Kuna mtu amesema ni wewe tunategemea utupulizie balloon za 2027…she has made my evening,” the user commented.

Amina’s Journey on The Trend

Amina spent nearly eight years hosting NTV’s flagship entertainment programme, The Trend, taking over from Larry Madowo in November 2017 before stepping down in September 2025.

Beyond television, she has built a career as a radio presenter, singer and event emcee. She is married to Homeboyz Radio CEO DJ John Rabar.

Her latest TikTok post offered a glimpse into her playful relationship with her online audience, with fans turning a simple question about her appearance into an entertaining discussion.

What Causes Full Cheeks?

Full cheeks can be influenced by several factors, including genetics, facial fat distribution, age and overall body composition.

The face contains deep and superficial fat compartments. Deep buccal fat pads, located in the lower cheek area, contribute to facial shape and are largely influenced by genetics. Superficial fat beneath the skin can vary with changes in body weight.

Fluid retention may also temporarily make the face appear fuller. Factors such as high salt intake, hormonal changes and certain medications can contribute to puffiness.

In some people, enlargement of the masseter muscles, which are used for chewing, can also create a wider or fuller appearance around the lower face. Frequent teeth clenching and grinding may contribute to this change.