1. Check the Packaging Carefully.
Plastic Wrap
- Original: Tight, neat wrapping with clean folds.
- Fake: Loose, wrinkled, poorly sealed plastic.
Box Quality
- Original: Thick cardboard, high-quality printing.
- Fake: Thin box, faded colors, spelling mistakes.
Spelling Errors
- Check brand name and ingredients carefully.
- Fakes often have small spelling mistakes.
2.Check the Batch Code.
- Look for a batch code on:
- Bottom of the box
- Bottom of the bottle
- Both codes should match.
- You can search the batch code on sites like:
- CheckFresh
- CheckCosmetic
- Check brand name and ingredients carefully.
- Fakes often have small spelling mistakes.
3. Inspect the Bottle.
Glass Quality
- Original: Thick, smooth, clear glass.
- Fake: Bubbles, uneven edges, poor finishing.
Cap & Sprayer
- Original: Cap fits perfectly, smooth spray.
- Fake: Loose cap, uneven spray, leaks.
Tube Inside
- Original: Almost invisible, straight, neat.
- Fake: Too long, curved, very noticeable.
4. Smell Test (Very Important)
- Original perfume:
- Has 3 layers (notes): top, middle, base.
- Smell changes over time.
- Lasts 6–10+ hours (depending on type).
- Fake perfume:
- Smell is very strong at first.
- Alcohol smell is sharp.
- Fades quickly (1–2 hours).
5. Price Check
If the price is:
- 50–70% cheaper than market price → 🚩 suspicious.
Luxury brands rarely offer huge discounts.
6. Check the Barcode
- Scan the barcode.
- It should match the brand and country of origin.
- If barcode shows random product → fake.
7. Buy from Trusted Seller.
- Safer options:
- Official brand website
- Authorized retailers
- Reputable stores (Sephora, Macy’s, etc.)
Risky:
- Unknown Instagram pages
- Street markets
Very cheap online sellers
Extra Tip (Advanced Check)
Shake the bottle:
- Original: Bubbles disappear quickly (10–15 seconds).
- Fake: Bubbles stay longer.
Quick Fake Warning Sign
- Very low price
- Strong alcohol smell
- Poor packaging
- No batch code
- Short lasting fragrance