The Dangers of Counterfeit Beauty Products

Counterfeit makeup products are no new fad in the makeup world. After all, who doesn’t like makeup products that fit their budget! However, makeup lovers! Beware! There are many hidden dangers of counterfeit makeup products.

While many counterfeit products available in the market are harmless, such as purses, bags and shoes from high-end fashion brands, makeup is not one of them. When it comes to makeup and beauty products, it’s always a good idea to stay away from fake and substandard products that could cause your skin harm.

Detecting Counterfeit Makeup Products

Counterfeit makeup products from China can be quite convincingly packaged as original ones. There are, however, ways to check if the makeup you are buying is a counterfeit product. For one, counterfeit products are mostly sold on unverified platforms, such as flea markets, kiosks at malls and such other places. Unverified online sellers can also con innocent buyers and ship them counterfeit makeup products.

The easiest giveaway for counterfeit makeup is the price. If the price is less than half of the original price of the makeup product and available at an unverified platform, it’s most likely fake. Other signs to lookout for are low quality packaging, misspellings and a label that mentions the product is made in China.

The Hidden Dangers

Made of substandard ingredients in less than hygienic conditions, counterfeit products are a big no-no for your beautiful skin!

Most of the counterfeit products will not be as pigmented as the original ones. Moreover, they can cause allergic reactions, burns and rashes. Read on to find out more about the ingredients in counterfeit products and how they can harm you.

Traces of Metals like Lead

An article by The Daily Mail reported counterfeit products to have as much as 200 times the amount of lead, as is recommended for safe use.

Lead can accumulate in the body and lead to poisoning. Lead poisoning can cause memory loss, head and muscle aches. Too much exposure to lead can cause pregnant women to miscarry.

Traces of Mercury

Counterfeit makeup can also contain traces of mercury which is a toxic metal. Exposure to mercury can lead to deterioration of vital body organs such as the brain, lungs, heart and kidneys.

It can also cause skin rashes and permanently damage vision if it comes in contact with the human eye through counterfeit makeup products.

Bacteria from Human Pee and Feces

Oh, yes. That’s exactly what you read. Since most counterfeit makeup products are made in hugely unsanitary conditions, these products are often found with traces of human and animal excretions. The bacteria can come from the unclean room and ungloved hands of workers making these products. Sadly, when we use counterfeit makeup, we allow this bacteria and filth to enter our bodies.

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Faiyza Beg is a passionate fashion and beauty blogger who’s inspired to make a difference! With her own clothing line as well as social media platforms for beauty tips, lifestyle blog and makeup tutorials, Faiyza is surely an inspiration for young girls with a passion for fashion!