MLMs Continue to Break the Law Despite FTC Warning

Deceptive health and income claims, including some tied to COVID-19, persist in wake of warning from the feds.

Naples Soap Company

From “cruelty free” to “Made in the USA,” TINA.org finds personal care company’s marketing awash with questionable labels.

It’s Just Lunch

Blueland

Cleaning products company claimed every piece of packaging was “100% recyclable” when some materials were only compostable.

Lifetime Warranty on Costa Sunglasses

Costa Del Mar Warranties

What You Should Know about Market America

MLM takes down hundreds of deceptive income claims following TINA.org investigation.

“As Seen on TV” Products

The RMS Power Rating of Rockville Audio Products

G95 Protective Gear

Marketer makes some bold claims related to the coronavirus.

MLM News Alert

TINA.org’s curated list of MLM info and news of note.

SeraRelief CBD products

Be wary of “free trials” for CBD gummies and oils advertised on the internet.

Mighty Gum

A chewing gum company’s health claims pop under scrutiny.

Claims of It’s Just Lunch Dating Service

Allegations: Making false advertising claims about the It’s Just Lunch dating service

FDA Bans Sale of Puff Bar E-Cigarettes, the ‘New Juul’

The disposable e-cigarette has replaced Juul as the go-to vape for minors.

Donations Intended for Black Lives Matter Instead Go To Unaffiliated Group with Near-Identical Name

Some of the world’s largest corporations have reportedly raised millions of dollars for the Black Lives Matter Foundation, which is unaffiliated with the international movement.

Overstepping Their Bounds: Deceptively Marketed Made in USA Shoes

Over the years, TINA.org has found several shoe brands running afoul of the FTC’s Made in USA standard.

19 Things Le-Vel and Its Distributors Deceptively Represent Are Attainable with MLM

Exaggerated earnings claims are not hard to find.

TINA’s Take: Immunity-Boosting Claims in the Coronavirus Era

In the context of the coronavirus, immunity-boosting claims are a giant red flag.

Top Kyäni Distributor Pitches Products for Coronavirus in Facebook Live Video

For $100 a month, “you cannot risk your health,” James Bradford says.