Burt’s Bees Cosmetics
Allegations: Falsely representing cosmetics as natural when they contain substances that are harmful to human health
Burt’s Bees Products
Case Name (Date)
Barrett et al. v. The Clorox Co., Burt’s Bees, Inc., and The Burt’s Bees Product Co.
22-cv-2193, N.D. Cal.
(April 2022)
Product/Service
Burt’s Bees cosmetics, including Lip Shimmer, Lip Shine, Nourishing Mascara, Satin Lipstick, and Matte Stick
Allegations
Falsely marketing products as containing “ingredients from nature” that are obtained using “responsible sourcing” methods that “help[] to safeguard access to clean water … and promote health, safety and biodiversity” when the products contain harmful chemicals (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances)
Status
Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.
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