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How one network of mall skincare stores targeted vulnerable people across the U.S.

NPR News·October 14, 2026·1 min read

An NPR investigation revealed a network of mall skincare stores systematically targeted older adults and people with disabilities across the U.S. using free samples and high-pressure pitches, leaving customers with bills as high as $50,000. The report details how the scheme operated across multiple locations.

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