TINA.org’s Made in USA Actions
A review of TINA.org’s work uncovering (and putting an end to) deceptive made in the USA ad campaigns.
Olay Retinol Cleansers
Case Name (Date)
Kobus et al. v. The Procter & Gamble Co.
25-cv-770, N.D. Cal.
(Jan. 2025)
Product/Service
Olay Retinol Rinse-Off Cleansers
Allegations
Falsely marketing that products provide various benefits associated with retinol – including reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, and pores – when they do not come in contact with the skin long enough to provide the advertised benefits
Status
Pending
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