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CeraVe

CeraVe

Do dermatologists really recommend CeraVe more than any other skincare brand?

Lisa Rinna Instagram Database

Lisa Rinna Instagram Database

TINA.org investigated 21 social media influencers who have received two FTC letters notifying them of their legal obligation to clearly and conspicuously disclose their relationships with brands when promoting products or…

Beautycounter

Beautycounter

TINA.org investigated Beautycounter, a California-based multilevel marketing company that sells cosmetics and skincare products, and found that it used unsubstantiated, and therefore deceptive, income claims to market the company’s business…

FTC Social Media Actions

FTC Social Media Actions

See the FTC’s track record when it comes to social media influencer cases.

Bionic Anti-Aging Cream

Bionic Anti-Aging Cream

February 2017: This action was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed. December 2016: A class-action…

WillaGirl

WillaGirl

TINA.org investigated WillaGirl, Inc. and found that it was using a number of deceptive marketing tactics to promote its line of skincare products to young girls, including advertising products as…

Mary Kay

Mary Kay

TINA.org found well-known cosmetics MLM used deceptive income claims to lure in recruits.

Ageless Derma Skin Creams

Ageless Derma Skin Creams

FDA warns skincare company’s about DNA-repairing claim, among others.

Twiish

Twiish

Acne ads targeting teens come under scrutiny.

2025 Deceptive Ad Trends

2025 Deceptive Ad Trends

A closer look at what we’ll be monitoring in the new year.

What Every Parent Needs to Know About Willagirl

What Every Parent Needs to Know About Willagirl

The bottom line of selling this line of cosmetics is not as attractive as it appears.

C + Collagen Cosmetics

C + Collagen Cosmetics

Allegations: Falsely marketing products using the word “Collagen”

FTC Ignores Pleas to Make L’Oréal Pay

FTC Ignores Pleas to Make L’Oréal Pay

Agency gives L’Oréal a get-out-of-jail-free pass with deceptive advertising settlement.

Avon Anew

Avon Anew

Avon’s claim that Anew reduces wrinkles called into question.

CATrends: Fake Collagen Cosmetics

CATrends: Fake Collagen Cosmetics

Lawsuits allege not all collagen cosmetics are the real deal.

“Collagen” By Nature Cosmetics

“Collagen” By Nature Cosmetics

Allegations: Falsely marketing that products contain collagen

Breaking Down the Relationship between Brands and Teens

Breaking Down the Relationship between Brands and Teens

Today’s teenagers are uniquely positioned in the marketing world.

When TINA.org Investigations Collide

When TINA.org Investigations Collide

These brand collabs are far from fab.

BlackOxygen Organics-Turned-Youngevity Reps Say BOO is Back

BlackOxygen Organics-Turned-Youngevity Reps Say BOO is Back

Nearly recalled by the FDA, BOO is purportedly back on the market.

Who’s Who and Who’s Sued: Celebrities Fight Back against Fake Endorsements

Who’s Who and Who’s Sued: Celebrities Fight Back against Fake Endorsements

Sometimes, even celebrities are surprised by what they’re selling.