The pitfalls of counterfeit cosmetics
As everyday users of cosmetics, are we able to tell genuine products from fakes when we shop? A huge number of online shops are appearing on the market, offering cosmetic products at extremely low prices and with tempting discounts. How can we be sure these products are genuine? By buying counterfeit products, you not only support this kind of production but also turn your back on the original manufacturers, who invest in testing and development to guarantee top quality and ensure that their cosmetic products are safe to use on your skin.
Reports and warnings about counterfeit products come from all over the world. Even the FBI has become involved, actively warning consumers about counterfeit cosmetics and make-up and the potential dangers they pose. One of the key problems they highlighted is the ingredients in make-up, cosmetics and fragrances. Some of these ingredients can be extremely dangerous and seriously damage your skin.
What risks do counterfeit cosmetics pose to our skin?
Counterfeit products pose a serious risk to our health, as their production involves no quality control and no verified, tested ingredients. Past analyses have shown that such products contain many ingredients that are actually banned in cosmetics. So how can we trust them and make sure they are safe to use?
These products may contain illegal levels of lead, aluminium and mercury, harmful bacteria, unauthorised colourants and more.
All these ingredients harm our skin and can lead to allergic reactions, rashes, facial swelling, burning redness, inflammation of the eyes and mucous membranes, increased hair loss and more.
Most skin reactions appear a few days after use, so we often don't even consider that the product could be the cause. Health problems require a visit to the doctor, who will carry out tests, prescribe medication and closely monitor your treatment.
This is precisely why countries are stepping up efforts to identify and track down counterfeit products and the websites that sell them.
How can you spot counterfeit cosmetics?
1) The logo and font on the packaging do not match the original product. Brands have their own licensed typography that sets them apart from the competition and makes them recognisable. If the logo is off-centre or a different font is used, that is a cause for alarm.
2) Packaging – boxes or protective film are not symmetrical and are of poor quality. Counterfeiters pay little attention to packaging, yet for us end users it matters a great deal, as good-quality packaging protects the product inside.
3) Perfumes lack their characteristic scent and intensity. Original perfumes are a unique combination of ingredients that creates the final fragrance. Controlled production processes ensure the desired intensity and longevity of the scent.
4) The price offers unbelievable discounts! Original products have a recommended retail price at which they are sold on the market. This price is set in advance and reflects the costs of production, quality control and packaging. Counterfeit products skip all these steps, which allows them to be sold at incredibly low prices.
All products offered at www.kozmetika-moja.si are genuine. We want our customers to shop without worrying about buying a pig in a poke or unverified products. Our company works only with the manufacturers of the cosmetics we sell, ensuring a direct route to our online shop with no middlemen.
