Counterfeit makeup, skincare, and hair care products imitate brands like MAC, Maybelline, L’Oréal, or Kylie Cosmetics, but contain harmful chemicals like lead, mercury, and even urine!
How This Can Happen to Us
1. Fake "Luxury Brand" Deals – Scammers sell cheap knockoffs of high-end beauty brands at huge discounts.
2. Social Media Ads – Fraudsters use Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok to market fake beauty products as "original."
3. Toxic Ingredients – Counterfeit lipsticks have been found to contain lead and carcinogens, while fake creams burn the skin.

Example of a Fake Beauty Product Scam
A teenager in Canada developed severe rashes after using a "discounted" foundation from a street vendor. Lab tests showed it contained toxic chemicals.

How to Stay Safe
• Always buy from official brand stores.
• Avoid marketplace sellers with low ratings.
• Check for authentic packaging and batch codes.