Is Clinique’s ‘Fresh Pressed’ A Natural Claim? UK’s Ad Authority Issues Ruling
Executive Summary
Fushi Wellbeing – which markets a range of organic, fresh-pressed face oils derived from the cherry seed, baobab seed and argan nut, among other natural sources – challenged Clinique’s Fresh Pressed line name in light of the brand’s heavy reliance on chemically derived ingredients.
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