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Who Can You Complain to at the Federal Level?

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Who Can You Complain to at the Federal Level?

A topic-by-topic list of federal agencies that deal with deceptive advertising.

‘Almay Simply American’ Campaign Simply Not True

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‘Almay Simply American’ Campaign Simply Not True

Ad Watchdog Files Complaint about Deceptive Made in USA Claims MADISON, CONN. May 20, 2015 – More than 95 percent of Revlon’s Almay line of cosmetics sold on its website…

The Ugly Truth about the Beauty Industry

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The Ugly Truth about the Beauty Industry

Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder but that doesn’t stop American consumers from spending nearly $8 billion on cosmetics every year. Not included in this figure are…

Target Misses the Mark with Made in USA Claims

Consumer News

Target Misses the Mark with Made in USA Claims

TINA.org probe finds widespread examples of false and deceptive “Made in the USA” product representations.

FTC Asks L’Oréal: Where’s the Science?

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FTC Asks L’Oréal: Where’s the Science?

Company settles complaint about its gene claims.

Thrive Causemetics

Class Action

Thrive Causemetics

Allegations: Falsely alleges that the company donates products to help women in need

Morphe Jaclyn Hill Eyeshadow Palette

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Morphe Jaclyn Hill Eyeshadow Palette

Customers react to product losing its vegan status following what Morphe called “formula modifications.”

Reality Check: TINA.org Calls on FTC to Address Virtual Influencers

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Reality Check: TINA.org Calls on FTC to Address Virtual Influencers

Why the FTC should consider virtual influencers as it reviews its Endorsement Guides.

Nuvega Lash

Class Action

Nuvega Lash

In February 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against advertisers of Nuvega Lash for allegedly falsely marketing cosmetics on various websites and in social media advertisements. Among other things, the…

Estée Lauder’s Cruelty-Free Claims

Class Action

Estée Lauder’s Cruelty-Free Claims

A class-action lawsuit alleging that Estée Lauder falsely advertises cosmetics was voluntarily dismissed in October 2013. The July 2012 complaint alleges that Estée Lauder falsely markets that it does not…

Urban Decay Lush Lash System and Other Eyelash-Boosting Products

Class Action

Urban Decay Lush Lash System and Other Eyelash-Boosting Products

August 2014: This action was dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled. as to the named plaintiff and When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice,…

Luminess Air

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Luminess Air

This $29.95 trial offer could end up costing you hundreds of dollars if you don’t return it in time.

‘Almay Simply American’ Slogan Gets a Makeover

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‘Almay Simply American’ Slogan Gets a Makeover

Revlon Makes Changes After Ad Watchdog Files Complaint MADISON, CONN. July 2, 2015 — Revlon has made dramatic changes to its marketing campaign for the Almay brand after a deceptive advertising…

FTC Ignores Pleas to Make L’Oréal Pay