Celebrities Who Promoted Harmful Products

As influencers, celebrities are always under the magnifying glass for everything they do, and are immediately called out if they ever step out of line. And if they do so on social media, their audience will never let them forget it.

One of the ways they mess up in public is when they try and make some easy cash by endorsing a product that they clearly don’t know enough about!

Some of these stars had no idea that their products were harmful, and others had no idea that they would be used to advertise a product at all!

Emma Watson: Skin Whitening Product

Emma Watson received some backlash in 2013 after endorsing a product without researching it first. Lancôme used the actor’s image to promote a skin lightening product that many people found to insinuate that ‘whiteness’ is ideal.

But, the actress didn’t initially know her picture would be in these advertisements, so she has been more careful in the future.

Kim Kardashian: Harmful Scented Crystals

Kim Kardashian thought her KKW Fragrance line would be a major hit. However, the perfume would prove to be a safety hazard. The fragrance consisted of a scent called crystal gardenia which is known to be insidious.

Also, FedEx refused to transport it to other countries because of its high alcohol level, meaning it was considered a fire hazard and a safety risk for flights.

Kylie Jenner: Harmful Lip Kit

Kylie Jenner’s cosmetic line sparked some issues for customers when her lip kit’s ingredients allegedly caused some people to have a serious reaction as well as headaches.

One customer even ended up in hospital after she claimed Jenner’s lipstick caused her to have a fever and severe nausea.

Amber Rose: Controversial Waist Trainer

Amber Rose came under scrutiny after she was spotted various times promoting a beauty regime known as waist training. The goal is to get an hourglass figure by wearing the corset for long periods of time.

However, the body suit crams your internal organs together causing acid reflux and sometimes even bruised ribs.