« Chantal McCulligh The Terrifying Truth of Counterfeit Cosmetics and Knock Off Skincare P What would you do if you found out that your skincare products and cosmetics contained everything from mercury, lead, cyanide, arsenic, rat droppings and even human urine? Well, these are all things commonly found in counterfeit cosmetics from China and if you aren’t careful, you could become a victim. What are Counterfeit Cosmetics?In order to steer clear of the bad skin care products and counterfeit cosmetics, you have to know what they are first. Counterfeit cosmetics are “fake” products or knockoff goods of something else. Anyone can make a label similar to a popular brands label and slap it on a bottle, claiming it to be the real deal. What’s scary is that the label looks identical to the authentic label, with only the slightest change being made so that you barely notice it. In fact, most people don’t realize they've purchasing knockoff skincare or counterfeit cosmetics until they have a reaction. Risks of Using Counterfeit Cosmetics and Knock Off SkincarePurchasing counterfeit cosmetics is like throwing your money away. You’re paying top dollar for what-you-think is the authentic version of the cosmetics or skincare product and not receiving any of the results you (thought) you paid for. What’s worse is that you could end up paying for skincare concerns, problems and reactions that cause you to buy even more cosmetics and skincare products to treat the new issues. The counterfeit cosmetic industry is a giant money hole with severe risks with a sole purpose is to maximize their profits. BacteriaOne of the biggest risks of purchasing and using counterfeit cosmetics and skin care products is that you have no idea what’s inside each bottle. While the ingredient list will mention the ingredients used to make the product, it never mentions the conditions in which it was manufactured.Many counterfeit cosmetics come from second or third world countries, many of which have poor, dangerous and unsanitary work conditions and environments. Their safety requirements aren’t as strict as they are in the United States and Canada, which puts you at severe risk of contaminants. You never want to put something on your face or in your body that could possibly be filled with bacteria. So, it’s imperative to know where your cosmetics are coming from, and more importantly, where counterfeit cosmetics come from.This is one reason why Essential Dermaceuticals make sure none of the ingredients used in their skincare products are sourced from China. ToxinsIn addition to bacteria, you also run the risk of purchasing cosmetics and skincare that’s infused with toxins. Again, you don’t know where the ingredients are coming from or where the cosmetics and skincare are being manufactured. It’s imperative to use products from a trusted brand that places importance on high-quality manufacturing and ingredients.With counterfeit cosmetics, you think you’re purchasing paraben-free skincare but you simply don’t know what’s actually in the product. You wouldn't purchase skincare or makeup made in a dirty back alley… Not willingly anyway, but counterfeit cosmetics are made in similar environments. Allergic ReactionsCombine all of that information into your skincare regime, and you run the risk of severe skin and allergic reactions. It was only last year when a popular lip balm company went viral because customers were purchasing their faces swollen and blistered after using the product. But that’s not even the worst of what can happen.Using counterfeit cosmetics and knockoff skincare products can lead to severe reactions, diseases and illnesses. Mercury, lead, cyanide, arsenic, rat droppings and even human urine are often found in counterfeit cosmetics that come from China. You can only imagine what these things can lead to in terms of your skincare and health. How to Spot Counterfeit Cosmetics and Knock Off SkincareThe best way to steer clear of counterfeit cosmetics and knockoff skincare products is to know who you’re purchasing from. Always conduct a sufficient amount of research on the store and skincare brand prior to purchase, and never forget to look into where the products are manufactured and/or sourced from.Secondly, always purchase directly from the brand’s store or a reputable supplier of that brand. Anyone can open an online store or post fake products on popular websites such as Amazon. So, always, always, always – we can’t stress that enough – purchase your skincare products and cosmetics from a reputable source. At Anika Beauty, we ensure all of skincare products and cosmetics available in our Hudson, NH spa and on our online store are authentic, top-grade, high-quality products. We place importance on where each ingredient is sourced from and where the products are manufactured to guarantee authentic, quality skincare and cosmetics. As mentioned, one of our skincare brands available, Essential Dermaceuticals, makes sure that none of their ingredients are sourced from China to also ensure authentic, safe skincare products. Just when you think all cosmetics are created equally, you stumble across a news story about someone ending up in the hospital because of bad cosmetics. The truth is, not all cosmetics or skincare products are created equally – not even close. Counterfeit makeup, skincare products and other beauty products is an entire industry in itself. These products are disguised so well that many people don’t even know that they’re purchasing knock off versions. So, keep your skincare and health clean and safe by purchasing from reputable stores such as Anika Beauty. Come visit us online or at our Hudson, NH spa counterfeit cosmetics, Hudson NH, Hudson NH spa, Knock off skincare, knockoff skincare, premium skincare, risks of counterfeit cosmetics, skincare brands, skincare products, Spa Hudson NH » Clinical, Vegan, Natural, Organic and Non GMO beauty brands for face and body. Facial and body treaments. Beauty rewards program.
16 Jun 2025
Clinical, Vegan, Natural, Organic and Non GMO beauty brands for face and body. Facial and body treaments. Beauty rewards program.
$58.00
Age Defying Eye and Lip Peptide Treatment
Skin Type: HIGHLY SENSITIVE | VISIBLY IRRITATED | POST-PEEL OR POST-OPERATIVE | DRY
The Age-Defying Eye and Lip Peptide Treatment is for highly sensitive, visibly irritated, post-peel/post-operative, or dry skin. It is a Tetrapeptide based intensive moisturizer that is formulated especially for those fragile areas like the eyes and lips. This formula increases elasticity, strengthens capillaries, reinforces and activates microcirculation, and offers antiedema benefits. This treatment is rich in saponosides and flavonoids, ingredients that diminish irritation, dark circles, redness, and fine lines. The Age-Defying Eye and Lip Peptide Treatment will have your skin complexion looking younger and healthier.
Directions:
Following cleansing and toning, apply Age Defying Eye and Lip Peptide Treatment over and around lip area or below and above mobile eye area. Relax, leaving mask on for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove excess with cotton pad, massage residual gently into skin. Do not rinse. Age Defying Eye and Lip Treatment can also be used as your daily eye and lip crème.
Key Actives
Biophytex-Is a synergistic complex of yeast and several botanical extracts rich in saponosides and flavonoids. It strengthens capillaries, reinforcing their resistance and reactivates microcirculation.
Eyeseryl® – Is a tetrapeptide offering anti-edema properties, making it effective in reducing puffy eyebags.
HilurlipTM-Redefines plumps and minimizes fine vertical lines of the lips. Small particles of Sodium Hyaluronate are processed to enhance penetration and efficacy, producing a long-term volume boosting effect on the lips and an anti-aging action on the thin tissue. It also acts against the effects of outside pollution. HilurlipTM is an oil suspension containing particles of Sodium Hyaluronate, submitted to a technological process after which the particle size is reduced and homogenised to enhance penetration and efficacy.
Ultra Filling Spheres – Technology is based on the ability of dehydrated and cross-linked sphere’s to penetrate the upper layers of the epidermis and to absorb the water that evaporates from the deep dermis. Thanks to their hygroscopic properties, the spheres volume increases rapidly tightening skin and smoothing out wrinkles leaving an elastic skin surface with long lasting hydration.
Paraben Free
Ingredients
Ingredients: Aqua (Purified Water), Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Vegetable Glycerine, Stearic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Water (and) Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 (Eyeseryl), Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Isohexadecane (and) BIS-PEG/PPG-14/14 Dimethicone (and) Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Butylene / Ethylene / Styrene Copolymer (and) Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Sodium Hyaluronate (and) Xanthan Gum (and) Tripeptide-1 (Hilurlip), Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate (and) Trihydroxystearin (and) Sodium hyaluronate (and) Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder (Ultra Filling Spheres), Cetearyl Glucoside, Glyceryl Stearate, Propylene Glycol (and) Ruscus Aculeatus Root, Extract (and) Centella Asiatica Extract (and) Panthenol (and) Water (and) Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (and) Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein (and) Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Extract (and) Ammonium Glycyrrhizate (Biophytex), Hippophae Rhamnoides (Seabuckthorn) Oil, Butyspermum Parkii Seed (Shea Butter) Butter, Phenoxyethanol/Caprylyl Glycol/Sorbic Acid, Fragrance/Parfum.
Available in .50 ounce airless bottle