Celebrities warn about skincare scam
If you see product with endorsement, do not buy
If you see product with endorsement, do not buy
If you see product with endorsement, do not buy
Lara Spencer, known for "Good Morning America" and HGTV's "Flea Market Flip," is warning fans to steer clear of a recent scam circulating on the web.
According to Spencer's recent Instagram post, a scam is currently making the rounds trying to use her name to sell skincare and beauty products.
"I am writing because there are and '' floating around the internet that I have started a 'skincare/beauty brand," the post reads.
She went on to clarify that she has absolutely no connection with any skincare or beauty products right now and urges her fans to steer clear of fraudulent ads and websites claiming otherwise.
She continues:
"I did not give permission for my name or likeness to be used in any way and I have no affiliation with these products. We are going to work with authorities to identify the operators of these online fraud sites, but I would love everyone's help in spreading the word!"
She rightfully points out that "Fixer Upper" star Joanna Gaines has also been in a similar situation recently. Online scammers were claiming the design guru was quitting the popular show to become a beauty mogul, in an Instagram post last year.
The takeaway? If you see a product boasting an association with a celebrity, don't hit the buy button immediately. recommends being especially wary of any scams requiring you to enter personal information online, including for shopping purposes. Take the following precautions every time to avoid becoming a victim:
1. Be cautious of links sent from an unknown number. You should never click on a link sent to you through text if you don't recognize the number.
2. Keep an eye out for bad grammar or any typos in ads. These are often a direct giveaway that it's a scam. Legitimate businesses proofread their official communications.
3. Be careful with your personal info. Always be conservative with the information you provide to any website, and make sure that you're entering it through the retailer's website directly instead of a link from an email or text message.
Shop safely, folks!