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The issue of counterfeit goods, including fake make-up, is a significant problem in the UK. While specific figures for fake cosmetics are hard to pinpoint, the overall counterfeit market is estimated to be worth billions of pounds annually. This widespread availability of unsafe products poses a serious risk to consumer health and safety, as seen in the recent seizures.
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