Mercury, lead and methanol found in counterfeit beauty products seized across UK

Trading Standards warns that counterfeit copies of popular cosmetics and skincare products are more likely to contain toxic substances. Mercury, lead and methanol have reportedly been found in products seized across the UK.

Timeline

1. 30 Oct, 13:05 UTCGuardian reports Trading Standards warning
2. 30 Oct, 13:05 UTCGuardian Lifestyle also covers seizures
3. 30 Oct, 14:19 UTCReached #1 on TrendHeat

Top sources

• Mercury, lead and methanol found in counterfeit beauty products seized across UKThe Guardian