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Mon Oct 23, 2006 3:57 pm  |
LOL Okay, need some help here. I just checked my profile again and nothing seems to be wrong. I can't use smilies and evidently "quote" doesn't work, either. Any thoughts?
Thanks
Ari |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 2:18 am |
| I thought about ebay purchasing, and then felt kind of uncomfortable. now, I am glad that i never did. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 7:25 am |
| Arielle wrote: |
LOL Okay, need some help here. I just checked my profile again and nothing seems to be wrong. I can't use smilies and evidently "quote" doesn't work, either. Any thoughts?
Thanks
Ari |
I know when you're a new member, there are certain things you can't do, like post links. I don't know about not being able to quote or use characters though, maybe that's that it? |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 9:23 am |
Duh!(slaps palm against forehead) Of course, that's it. In order to disable posting links, HTML has to be turned off.
Thanks, my sushi secret |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 9:50 am |
| I just bought La Mer body lotion on eBay. It cost about $40 , which was a good deal considering the prohibitive list price. Again, it has no box. It's not totally full, that's not a problem for me. But its smell is so strange and unpleasant. It actually smells like a tube of glue. Has anyone used the body lotion before? I'm really afraid it's a fake. Help me! |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 10:31 am |
| ParisTroika wrote: |
Never buy handbags online...they are most likely fake. |
I can't underline that enough. I did a ton of research a couple of years ago. The sad thing is that now I will never purchase a LV because there are so many millions of fakes out there.
So many sellers use a photo from the company website ... but it's NOT the actual product you're getting.
I've come across a number of fake handbag websites that will include a 'certificate of authenticity' - so a seller claiming it comes with a certificate is still suspect. There was one seller I emailed - she claimed the bag was a gift and had a certificate. I looked at the photo and KNEW it was fake.
Love how these sellers are so altruistic that they're willing to sell a $2,000 handbag for a mere $100?
The biggest thing I've learned is to review the seller's feedback and email past buyers - even ones who gave a poor review.
Last year I really, really wanted a Steve Madden high-heeled sandal but it was sold out everywhere. Imagine my delight when I found it on Ebay.
I paid regular price for these and they arrived damaged. The piece was wrapped in separate tissue paper so the seller KNEW it was damaged. He wouldn't reply to my emails so I gave him a bad review. Course then he responded and told me he'd give me a bad review unless we "mutually agreed to remove comments". I refused. This guy is a power seller but if you looked up his ratings you'll see over 120 "mutually removed" comments and dozens of negatives. But because he's a powerseller he's a 98% positive seller.
Oh ... and I took the shoes to the cobbler to see if he could fix it ... THEY'RE FAKE! The cobbler showed me all the cheap areas ... aRGHHHH |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 10:46 am |
Wow, that's awful Rjez. I had that one bad experience buying, but I sold some concert tickets to a really nice buyer.
The fake LVs I got in New York had serial numbers, dustbags, everything. After I got sick of them, I starting researching how you can spot fakes by looking at them. There are so many dead give aways if you look closely. Like the monogram multicore; you tell in a second if they're real or not. Real ones have 33 or 37 different colors, and most of the fake ones have about 10. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 11:05 am |
| my sushi secret wrote: |
| but I sold some concert tickets to a really nice buyer. |
Yeah - that was my only negative experience and I continue to buy shoes, clothing, etc. on Ebay. I've never sold anything because I'm scared it will be too much effort and what if the buyer is unhappy?
| my sushi secret wrote: |
| Like the monogram multicore; you tell in a second if they're real or not. Real ones have 33 or 37 different colors, and most of the fake ones have about 10. |
Wow, didn't know that. The easiest thing for me with LV bags are the color of the tan straps and placement of buckles. (really wanted a Theda)
It is scary about beauty products and how easy it is to water down a product or send a fake. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 4:19 pm |
Recalling what Katee said, I can't keep from thinking my La Mer has pee in it  It sucks! Please tell me it's supposed to smell like glue! |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 4:26 pm |
| Don't know about the "pee" (LOL)but it's not supposed to smell like glue. My guess is it's expired and has gone "off" or is otherwise contaminated. I, personally, wouldn't chance it. Sorry. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 4:37 pm |
Agree with Arielle.
At best it's old and won't do a thing.
At worst it's old and diluted or fake and could give you a rash or worse. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 5:00 pm |
| Sigh. I even gave the buyer a positive review the day I received it (I'm probably too nice. I hate to say bad things about others), which is probably why you always see positive reviews. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 5:16 pm |
| ahau wrote: |
| I hate to say bad things about others), which is probably why you always see positive reviews. |
I think that's even more true for cosmetics. At least with clothing you'd know if there was a hole or something. With cosmetics, it may take a while before you realize or even open it! The positive reviews are really focused at "did I get it in a reasonable amount of time". |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 6:40 pm |
Once I was really hyped to find some bargain deals for Dr Hauschka Rejuvenating and Firming masks, 2 for $40 or something, which is a GREAT deal! Then they tell you the expiry date... which is like Late '06 or Early '07.. so the stuff has been sitting around for a long long time. Most Dr H products that are "fresh" should have more than 24 months shelf life.
Also, some places set a very low Buy Now price.. but the shipping is like $30-$40 for within the US and $75 for int'l!
Well all in all, Ebay is a great place to find a bargain and try samples. I would just avoid buying anything too high value on there. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 7:01 pm |
| miranets wrote: |
| Then they tell you the expiry date... which is like Late '06 or Early '07.. so the stuff has been sitting around for a long long time. Most Dr H products that are "fresh" should have more than 24 months shelf life. |
GREAT point! I didn't even think about checking something like that. You could have genuine product but if it was stored improperly . . .
Sort of like buying wine from a private collector or something at Costco - too many times I forget to look at the expiration and realize it's the next month ... for something like 60 bags of microwave popcorn. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 8:46 pm |
Lately I've been e-mailing sellers and asking them these key questions:
(1) what is the expiration date of the item?
(2) how long have you had it?
(3) is it genuine, authentic product?
(4) how did you obtain it?
(5) is it new?
(6) can you guarantee it has never been opened or used?
People are usually really nice and respond back. The good ones answer all my questions, but if they opt not to answer #1, #3 and #6, I don't bother buying from them. I surely don't purchase from them if they fail to respond to my questions.
Also, I'm really leery of buying skincare and makeup that has to be sent to me from China or Hong Kong - they just don't have the same laws we have here. Knock-offs are a huge business in Asia and I'm always afraid I'm going to get fake product - a waste of money at best and dangerous to use at worst! I don't mind buying perfume from an Asisan source if I've used it before and know what it smells like - with fragrance, its easier to tell if something's gone bad or is not authentic. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 8:51 pm |
| Rjez wrote: |
| too many times I forget to look at the expiration and realize it's the next month ... for something like 60 bags of microwave popcorn. |
 ....that's too funny. Well, not so much for you I guess.  |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 8:54 pm |
I won a bottle of Pevonia RS2 concentrate a few weeks ago, the bid price was around $36usd, still a lot cheaper than retail..
I still haven't received the goods, so I emailed the seller today, they were so quick to respond, but they just said "File a dispute to get a refund".. I thought they were being impatient and didn't want to deal with shipment enquiries.. THEN......
When I went to check the seller's feedback again, it was down to 89%, there were around 68 sales for October, and 38 of them were NEGATIVE!!!!! And they just changed their feedback format so it was kept private 
They must have liquidated or something.. because I checked their previous feedback and it was great, the usual 99.9%....... yikes!
Hoopefully they won't put up a fight to reverse my Paypal charge.. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 9:56 pm |
My recommendation?
First, file Non-performing Seller complaint on eBay, then contact PayPal. Now PayPal takes a pretty long time to resolve some issues. So, immediately after notifying PayPal, contact your Credit Card company. Your credit card company is your best bet for getting your money back but go through the above steps. |
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Wed Oct 25, 2006 10:24 pm |
| Faked and Expired!!!! |
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Thu Oct 26, 2006 9:22 am |
MermaidGirl - Awesome questions and info. I need to copy those questions.
Miranets - That's horrible. Arielle's right - file claims ASAP (Ebay, Credit card, PayPal) and keep dates of all communications. |
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Thu Oct 26, 2006 9:59 am |
| I don't know where they get their merchandise but sometimes its the real thing, sealed and all, but the expiration date is soon. I always ask aabout the exp. dates. |
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Tue Dec 12, 2006 3:26 am |
[quote="ParisTroika"]
| Emma2006 wrote: |
The trouble is with photos is if they are a dodgey seller then they will send a photo of a genuine item and then send you the fake.
I would never ever buy a bag from ebay as this area is riddled with fakes.
I saw once that 1 seller was selling authenticity cards for a Chanel bag... Just the cards... |
Never buy handbags online...they are most likely fake. Unless you go through sellers that belong to groups like mypoupette (resellers of Louis Vuitton).
I bought a silver bracelet...my first purchase on ebay...that was supposed to be from Tiffany's. Got it home and it turned out it was a fake. The seller cancelled her paypal and her ebay account so I never got my money back. 
Do you have her name? PM me if you do--I may be able to track her down for you!
Handbags...I love Chanel bags and have so far have had really good luck by buying only slightly worn bags! A little vintage flair  |
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Blond, Swedish/Cherokee, normal/dry skin, a sucker for products, gizmos, and treatments that are "age-defying." Just hit the big 4-0 |
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Tue Dec 12, 2006 8:02 am |
Mermaidgirl:
Good to hear your a skeptic about skin care on ebay. Gosh, we all know skin care is an absolutely huge $B business worldwide & if people can steal your home thru mortgage fraud w/out our even knowing it, how much easier is it to fake/doctor/"pee" whatever skin care products to any person who wants to improve her/his appearance.
Like many, I've spent lotsa moola on skin care but any mistakes I've made resulted from poor judgement, wrong product for me or improper use etc. But at least I was comfortable knowing someone didn't fool with it beforehand.
I'm too much of a chicken & skeptic to buy skin care on ebay....just sooo easy to rip off buyers. And lots of people out there who are very skilled at doing just that. |
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Tue Dec 12, 2006 10:29 am |
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| I'm too much of a chicken & skeptic to buy skin care on ebay....just sooo easy to rip off buyers. And lots of people out there who are very skilled at doing just that. |
Hi arya2, I've shopped on ebay for 6 years now and have never gotten stuck with fake merchandise. Not only do I buy my favorite department store perfume and skincare products, but I purchased 2 designer handbags (genuine)
A lot of peeps in this thread have suggested checking the feedback of sellers before you buy.
A few other things to check as well. 
1. Look at the feedback sellers leave for others. I've backed off from bidding with some sellers with 99% feedback or higher based upon the comments they have left for buyers.
2. When reviewing feedback, check the items involved as well as content. Always the most valuable if feedback is for similar product to what you intend to buy. Key phrases like "Item as Described", "authentic", "xint condition", "fast shipping", "xint communications" are the kinds of feedback I look for in a new seller.
3. Email sellers before you bid. If they don't answer your email or answer all of your questions, move on to someone else. Communications are essential!
4. Know your product. Ebay isn't a venue to try new product - stick with products you are familiar with; familiarity will often allow you to spot fakes before the bid is even placed.
5. Try to use PayPal as much as possible, it will give you an additional layer of protection
6. Don't buy from Asia - too great a possibility for counterfeits.
7. Maybe it's naivete on my part  but there are far more good sellers on ebay than the few bad apples that ruin things for everyone. The majority of sellers are real business people who want to keep their customers just as happy as they would in a brick and mortar store. Once I've found those great sellers, I tend to become a repeat buyer and have received a lot of great samples as a result!
good luck and happy shopping! |
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