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Savage X Fenty’s Savagely Deceptive Marketing Practices: TINA.org Reports Rihanna’s Brand to Regulators

Savage X Fenty’s Savagely Deceptive Marketing Practices: TINA.org Reports Rihanna’s Brand to Regulators

MADISON, CONN. Feb. 10, 2020 – Championing female empowerment and sexuality, lingerie company Savage X Fenty, a joint venture between music icon Rihanna and e-commerce company TechStyle, Inc., is a…

FTC and State AGs Need to Take Their Relationship to the Next Level

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FTC and State AGs Need to Take Their Relationship to the Next Level

TINA.org files comment concerning coordinated efforts to protect consumers.

MoviePass: Rediscovering the Magic of ROSCA

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MoviePass: Rediscovering the Magic of ROSCA

FTC using every arrow in its quiver to go after bad actors.

Dossier+ Memberships

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Dossier+ Memberships

Perfume maker’s subscription disclosures don’t pass the smell test.

MoviePass: ‘Get a Month Free’

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MoviePass: ‘Get a Month Free’

The movie ticket subscription service is back. Unfortunately, so too are the deceptive ads.

Deceptive Marketing by Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty Put to Bed in California

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Deceptive Marketing by Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty Put to Bed in California

Lingerie company agrees to pay $1.2 million to settle lawsuit

How Adore Me Deceives You

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How Adore Me Deceives You

TINA.org files complaint with state and federal regulators.

Christie Brinkley’s Recapture-360 Creams

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Christie Brinkley’s Recapture-360 Creams

One website’s “risk-free” trial offer carries hidden costs.

Equinox Anti-Wrinkle Products

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Equinox Anti-Wrinkle Products

We recently received a tip from a reader about Equinox Anti-Wrinkle products, which are currently being advertised around the web. Equinox sells moisturizers that are supposed to dramatically improve the…

You Won’t Believe Her Transformation – Dermal Meds

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You Won’t Believe Her Transformation – Dermal Meds

We don’t believe it either. We saw this ad online advertising Dermal Meds, a line of anti-aging beauty products. But we also saw a number of problems with its marketing.…

Regulators Act on TINA.org’s Complaint Against Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty

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Regulators Act on TINA.org’s Complaint Against Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty

MADISON, CONN. December 1, 2022 – Acting on a complaint filed by ad watchdog, truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org), California regulators have reached a settlement with lingerie company Savage X Fenty, originally a joint venture between…

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2016

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TINA.org’s Year in Review 2016

Here’s what we accomplished in 2016 with your help.

Perfect Age Anti-Wrinkle Cream

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Perfect Age Anti-Wrinkle Cream

“Risk-free” trial offer could end up costing you plenty.

Investigation by truthinadvertising.org Reveals Eight Things You Should Know About Vemma

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Investigation by truthinadvertising.org Reveals Eight Things You Should Know About Vemma

MADISON, CT, July 10, 2013 — Vemma Nutrition Company promises it will “transform lives through ultra premium products and a generous compensation plan.” The Scottsdale, Ariz.-based company, which touts that…

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2020

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TINA.org’s Year in Review 2020

Looking back at 2020.

FabKids’ Back-to-School Ads Mislead Parents

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FabKids’ Back-to-School Ads Mislead Parents

Online retailer deceptively advertises members-only prices, TINA.org investigation finds.

Revitaline

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Revitaline

Trial offer for skin care product carries with it the potential for additional charges.

A to Z Cash System

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A to Z Cash System

We saw this marketing email promoting work-at-home opportunities, and it set off our scam bells. Here’s what you need to know about this one: 1. Advertorial: Clicking on the email…

Adore Me Deceiving You, According to Ad Watchdog TINA.org

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Adore Me Deceiving You, According to Ad Watchdog TINA.org

MADISON, CONN. May 10, 2016 Sexy designer lingerie at a discount is the premise behind Adore Me, one of the rising players in the fast growing subscription-goods industry. But an…

Companies Getting Coal in 2021

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Companies Getting Coal in 2021

Find out why New Balance, TikTok, Poland Spring and others make the 2021 naughty list.

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Savage X Fenty’s Savagely Deceptive Marketing Practices: TINA.org Reports Rihanna’s Brand to Regulators

FTC and State AGs Need to Take Their Relationship to the Next Level

MoviePass: Rediscovering the Magic of ROSCA

Dossier+ Memberships

MoviePass: ‘Get a Month Free’

Deceptive Marketing by Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty Put to Bed in California

How Adore Me Deceives You

Christie Brinkley’s Recapture-360 Creams

Equinox Anti-Wrinkle Products

You Won’t Believe Her Transformation – Dermal Meds

Regulators Act on TINA.org’s Complaint Against Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2016

Perfect Age Anti-Wrinkle Cream

Investigation by truthinadvertising.org Reveals Eight Things You Should Know About Vemma

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2020

FabKids’ Back-to-School Ads Mislead Parents

Revitaline

A to Z Cash System

Adore Me Deceiving You, According to Ad Watchdog TINA.org

Companies Getting Coal in 2021