Learn to Spot Fake Chanel Perfumes

An entire industry of counterfeit Chanel has discovered eBay as a great way to trick buyers who can't see or smell the product before they buy. Don't be fooled! I used to buy and sell Chanel perfume and was duped a few times until I learned to spot the patterns. This guide will help you spot fakers a mile away, and to test the perfume once you've received it. Many of the tips are true for other designer brands, but I wrote this specifically based on my experience with Chanel.

Chanel doesn't care about counterfeit products and eBay pretends it's not their issue, so you have to fend for yourself. If you can't afford to be fooled, don't buy Chanel on eBay.

I have found fakes on eBay and had others reported to me. Here are the most commonly faked fragrances in my experience:

1. Chanel Allure 35ml Eau de Toilette, without a cap, without a box
2. Chanel Allure Homme 50ml eau de toilette without a cap or box.
3. Brand New, Sealed Coco Mademoiselle 100ml eau de parfum (many reports)
4. 100ml Chance EDT sealed in box (1 report)
5. Ralph Laruen Romance for Women (1 report)

Chanel perfumes sold on eBay are commonly in three forms:

Factory sealed new in box (SNIB)
Used
Tester

Used bottles and testers are the safest bets. Personally, I only buy partially used perfumes for myself. And I always check to see if the photo they are using is one they took or if it is a professional stock photo. These basics go a looooong way toward a safe and easy transaction. If you are able to follow these two steps, consider yourself educated, and read no further! If you want a sealed perfume, please read on.... ...read the full guide >>>