Why Are Empty Luxe Skincare Jars on Mercari and eBay?

Hi folks…

Can someone explain why there are so many empty jars of luxe skincare products, like La Mer, being sold on sites like Mercari and eBay? Is this related to fraudulent resales or is there another reason behind it? Thanks in advance for your insights…

Hi there,

The presence of empty jars of high-end skincare products like La Mer on resale sites such as Mercari and eBay can indeed be concerning and might be related to a few issues. One reason could be fraudulent resales where empty jars are sold under the guise of containing the actual product, deceiving buyers who may end up paying a high price for nothing. Another possibility is that people might be selling these jars to collect the packaging or as part of a DIY project, such as refilling them with their own products. Additionally, some sellers might be recycling the jars for legitimate purposes or offering them for use in home formulations. To avoid fraud, it’s essential to buy from reputable sellers and check reviews and product descriptions carefully.

I think it’s a prop for influencers, so it looks like they use products that they cannot afford.

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Possible reasons: fraud, collector items, DIY crafts, or recycling attempts. Beware of fake products.