FRANCE Trends and Developments Contributed by: Karine Disdier-Mikus and Marguerite Senard, Fiducial Legal By Lamy
Conclusion Even if dupes can be a cheaper and easier option for consumers, they do not provide the same quality and, above all, the same safety. Dupes of cosmetic products or food can be dangerous as they do not meet the EU’s safety measures. Such products can be composed of controver - sial ingredients and damage the consumer’s health without the latter knowing it. Consumers should, therefore, be particularly cautious when buying dupes.
Selling duplicates (or dupes) can be a risky busi - ness since sellers may face legal action. Influ - encers who promote these dupes could also be held responsible. While purchasing at a lower price is appealing to consumers, the inferior quality of such products can lead to serious consequences, including potential health risks. The outcomes of buying dupes are mixed, so is it really worth it? One may wonder…
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