Unilever Products
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain the carcinogen benzene
TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Shampoos
February 2021: This case was transferred from a court in New Jersey to one in Illinois. (Case No. 21-cv-1113, N.D. Ill.)
January 2021: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Unilever for allegedly misleadingly marketing that TRESemmé Keratin Smooth shampoos smooth hair, add softness and shine, prevent frizz and tangling, “deeply nourish,” “gently cleanse,” and “repair hair” when, according to plaintiffs, the shampoos contain one or more ingredients that can cause hair loss and scalp irritation. (Arroyo et al v. Unilever United States, Inc. and Conopco, Inc. d/b/a Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, Case No. 21-cv-302, D.N.J.)
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Several Brands of Unilever Dry Shampoos
Allegations: Failing to disclose products contain high levels of the carcinogen benzene
Unilever’s Dry Shampoos
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products may contain the carcinogen benzene
TRESemmé Keratin Hair Shampoos
In November and December 2020, multiple class-action lawsuits were filed against Unilever and Conopco for allegedly falsely representing that TRESemmé keratin hair shampoos – including the Smoothing Shampoo and the…
TRESemmé Naturals
March 2017: The appeal was voluntarily dismissed, the reasons for which have not been disclosed. November 2016: An objector filed a Notice of Appeal regarding the final approval of the…
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