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Used Cosmetics

Used cosmetics are not permitted for sale on eBay.

Violations of this policy may result in a range of actions, including:

  • Listing cancellation

  • Limits on account privileges

  • Account suspension

  • Forfeit of eBay fees on cancelled listings

  • Loss of PowerSeller status

Some Examples

  • Stacy opened and used lipstick and listed it on eBay. She has violated eBay policy.

  • Heidi opened an eye liner but did not use it. She listed the opened but unused eye liner on eBay. Since she did not use the item, she is allowed to sell it on eBay but must disclose the item has been opened.

Additional Information

For more information on the sale of used and unused cosmetics, please visit The U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Why does eBay have this policy?

eBay urges its sellers and buyers to comply with all governmental laws and regulations. Since the sale of used cosmetics are prohibited by law, regulated, or may cause harm to eBay or its members, sellers may not list them on eBay.

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