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VIDEO: The skincare sample is free. What happens next can cost thousands

Published October 14, 2026 5:00 am • Updated October 14, 2026 8:41 am •

For years, customers have complained of aggressive sales tactics and charges at mall skincare stores. NPR investigated the business that connects many of them.

For years, customers have complained of aggressive sales tactics and charges at mall skincare stores. NPR investigated the business that connects many of them.

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