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Is this a counterfeit L'Occitane product?

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Are you questioning the authenticity of your recently purchased L'Occitane en Provence hand cream collection? If you bought it online and noticed concerning signs—like low-quality printing, blurry images on the packaging, and a different scent from your trusted sample—it’s time to investigate further. While the batch number checks out, the inconsistencies raise valid concerns about potential counterfeits. Join the conversation to uncover whether L'Occitane maintains varying standards across countries and how to differentiate between genuine products and clever fakes. Your skincare deserves the real deal!
Is this a counterfeit L'Occitane product?
Is this a counterfeit L'Occitane product?

I have recently purchased this L'Occitane en Provence handcream collection online, not directly from a L'Occitane store. This is a limited edition product from 2024 seasons (1st pic). When I got the package, I suspected that it might be counterfeit due to the low quality printing with the packaging that I would never expect from L'Occitane. There are flaws with the packaging ie, pictures on the individual boxes seem a bit blurry and minor colour bleeds (3rd pic). When I compare the product's colour to a L'Occitane gift bag I have, it's not the same colour tone (4th pic)

When I opened the handcream, the smell was different from my sample size 10 mL L'Occitane rose citron meyer handcream (purchased from a L'Occitane store in Australia) My handcream has a more citrusy and rose smell.

I have checked the batch number (2nd pic) and it seems to be legitimate.

It seems like a very good counterfeit from China but I can't tell. Does L'Occitane have different standards for different countries?

The store I bought it from says it is legitimate, but I don't know if I trust them.

Thanks

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