Spotting fake skincare in the Nigerian market

Counterfeit skincare is a real and growing problem, and the fakes are getting harder to spot. A counterfeit product can contain the wrong actives, the wrong concentrations, or ingredients that irritate and damage the skin. At best it does nothing; at worst it causes harm.

A few red flags to watch for: prices that seem too good to be true, packaging that looks slightly off — fonts, colours or batch codes that do not match the brand, missing or smudged manufacturing and expiry details, and sellers who cannot tell you where their stock comes from.

Always check the batch code and expiry, buy from sellers who are transparent about sourcing, and be wary of heavily discounted "luxury" products from unverified accounts.

This is exactly why Soltura exists. Every product we carry is sourced through verified channels and checked before it ships, so what reaches you is exactly what the manufacturer made. Authenticity is not a feature for us — it is the whole point.

This article is general guidance, not medical advice. If you have a skin condition, please consult a dermatologist.