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Breyers Delights Ice Cream

In May 2018, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Unilever for allegedly deceptively advertising Breyers Delights ice creams. Specifically, plaintiffs allege that the company misleadingly markets the products as “light”…

Breyers Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

Class Action

Breyers Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

In May 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Unilever for allegedly misleadingly marketing that the flavoring ingredient in Breyers Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream is vanilla when, according to plaintiffs,…

Eat Your Way to Better Health: Food & Health Claims

Consumer News

Eat Your Way to Better Health: Food & Health Claims

“Contains antioxidants” “Clinically Proven to Enhance Immune System” “Balances Digestive Health” Who wouldn’t want to eat their way to better health? Ads and labels for food and beverage products today…

Pond’s Rejuveness

Class Action

Pond’s Rejuveness

In January 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Unilever for allegedly failing to disclose that its Pond’s Rejuveness anti-aging moisturizers contain mercury, an alleged toxin that can cause severe…

Breyers Natural Vanilla Ice Cream

Class Action

Breyers Natural Vanilla Ice Cream

In April 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Unilever United States, Inc. for allegedly misleadingly marketing that the flavor in Breyers Natural Vanilla Ice Cream comes from vanilla when,…

Tom’s of Maine’s ‘Naturally Dry’ Deodorant

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Tom’s of Maine’s ‘Naturally Dry’ Deodorant

It’s the “natural” deodorant whose sole active ingredient is not natural.

Sure and Brut Aerosol Antiperspirants

Class Action

Sure and Brut Aerosol Antiperspirants

Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain the carcinogen benzene

These Companies Should Get Coal in their Holiday Stockings

Consumer News

These Companies Should Get Coal in their Holiday Stockings

Some notable companies facing deceptive advertising claims.

Olay Ultra Moisture Beauty Bar

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Olay Ultra Moisture Beauty Bar

When did the soap game get so dirty?

How Causewashing Deceives Consumers

Consumer Basics

How Causewashing Deceives Consumers

For decades, brands have been supporting causes — or rather pretending to support causes — to boost sales.

Dove Men ‘Plant-Based Care’

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Dove Men ‘Plant-Based Care’

Spoiler: It’s not so much the overall care that is plant-based but rather specific moisturizing ingredients.

Suave Professionals Keratin

Class Action

Suave Professionals Keratin

An August 2012 class action against Unilever alleges that it falsely advertised its Suave Professionals Keratin Infusion 30 Day Smoothing Kit as a product that would smooth hair and coat…

Ben & Jerry’s

Class Action

Ben & Jerry’s

August 2013: This action was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed. November 2012: This case…

Decoding Cosmetics Claims: ‘Not Tested on Animals,’ ‘Cruelty Free’