TINA.org’s Year in Review 2017

When it came to keeping ads honest in 2017, TINA.org was plenty busy.

Suave Essentials Body Wash

Unilever loses appeal to keep Bath & Body Works fragrance comparisons on product packaging.

Kenmore and Frigidaire Dryers

Kardashians Find New Ways to Skirt #Ad on Social Media

From ambiguous hashtags to delaying disclosure, the family continues to spurn federal endorsement guidelines.

Flat Tummy Tea, Health Claims Edition

Detox tea company takes another lump from the ASA over influencers’ Instagram posts.

It’s the National Institutes of Health Calling, or Is It?

The latest grant scam making the rounds.

Plug-In Profit Site

A few reasons why you’re unlikely to become the next “internet millionaire.”

Aveeno’s Natural Claims

Birchbox’s Automatic Renewals

Bio X4

Unpalatable online ad raises questions about weight-loss supplement.

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2016

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

Blue Nile Phone Fee Doesn’t Ring True

An unfortunate engagement with the online jeweler.

Redstone Residential

Rental promotions targeting college students expired months ago.

TINA.org Investigation Reveals What You Should Know About Plexus

MADISON, CONN.  November 12, 2016 – Plexus Worldwide, an Arizona-based multilevel marketing (MLM) company that markets nutritional supplements, weight-loss, and personal care products, calls itself the “health and happiness” company that offers…

Balance of Nature

Off-balance testimonials abound on supplement site, as NAD refers health claims to the FTC.

631-343-3867

There’s a new phone scam in town.

Suave Professionals Keratin Smoothing Kit

Sega’s Sonic Runners App

Self-regulatory body says children’s game ran afoul of a mobile guidance regarding data collection.

Herbalife to Restructure its Business Model in FTC Settlement

Bringing an end to one of the most high-profile alleged pyramid scheme cases since Amway, Herbalife agreed to a $200 million settlement with the FTC that requires it to revamp…

Ad or Not? Pokémon Go

The in-store presence of Pokémon prompts TINA.org inquiry about possible marketing agreements.