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Kylie Cosmetics

Controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2020

    Alleged overstatement of company scale

    Forbes alleged that Jenner and representatives had overstated Kylie Cosmetics’ revenue and profitability and had used misleading tax documentation in support of billionaire-status claims. The allegations were based in part on documents connected with Coty’s acquisition.

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  2. 2020

    Seed Beauty sues over alleged Kylie Cosmetics trade secrets

    Lawsuit filed

    Seed Beauty sued Coty and King Kylie LLC, which the article identifies as behind Kylie Cosmetics, seeking to prevent alleged misappropriation of trade secrets. The suit alleged that access to Seed Beauty's confidential business methods could give a competitor an unfair advantage; the claims are allegations, not a court finding.

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    • 专门为金小妹Kylie Jenner的Kylie Cosmetics生产产品的公司Seed Beauty已对Kylie Cosmetics的主要所有者Coty和Kylie Cosmetics背后的LLC King Kylie提起诉讼，试图防止盗用商业秘密。
    • 该诉讼称：“Coty向Kylie Cosmetics背后的LLC King Kylie投资了6亿美元，要学习Seed Beauty的机密业务方法，确实是小菜一碟。任何获得此类信息的竞争对手都将获得不公平的竞争优势。”
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  3. 2018

    Concealer inclusivity criticism

    The Skin Concealer range was criticized by some commentators over shade undertones and perceived similarities to Fenty Beauty’s inclusive complexion strategy.

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  4. 2017

    Luxury brush pricing backlash

    A 16-piece brush set priced at $360 drew criticism from customers and prominent beauty commentators, who viewed the price as unjustified.

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  5. 2017

    Royal Peach palette odor complaints

    Customers reported a strong chemical or adhesive-like smell from the Royal Peach eyeshadow palette, prompting negative online discussion.

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