Neutrogena slammed for creating an 'excessive earth killing' product

By Sarah Parsons | Published: 26-Nov-2018
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The individually wrapped make-up remover wipes have been blasted online by consumers concerned about how single use plastics will impact the environment

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Neutrogena slammed for creating an 'excessive earth killing' product
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Neutrogena has been criticised on social media for launching an “environmentally damaging” product.

According to the Johnson & Johnson-owned brand, the US$7.99 individually wrapped make-up remover wipes are “perfect for travel, work, or the gym” and “instantly refresh skin on the go”.

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