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Counterfeit Cosmetics Pose Health Risk

Nearly 30% of online shoppers have purchased fake makeup, skin care and OTC products.

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By: TOM BRANNA

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Do you know where that eye serum’s been? New research from MarkMonitor, a brand protection company, reveals counterfeit goods pose a significant risk to consumers. More than one-quarter of respondents (27%) said they had unwittingly purchased non-genuine consumer goods online. This included every day items, such as makeup (32%), skin care (25%), supplements (22%) and, even, medication (16%). Respondents found these non-genuine goods were found through a variety of online channels, includi...

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