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Supposed 'health' products like collagen creams and detox teas can be a waste of your money, according to a review.
Consumer champion Which? also took aim at vitamin shots, finding that their main ingredient is 'typically fruit juice'.
This is despite the products that claim to boost energy and fatigue costing around £2 for 60ml – roughly the same price per litre as Moët & Chandon champagne.
Which? examined the ingredients, price and health claims peddled by six types of wellness products and supplements.
Which warned that 'slick packaging' and 'premium prices' are not always a sign of good quality and that many wellness products are overpriced
It also asked experts for a verdict on the items' effectiveness.
Its review said: 'While the slick packaging might promise a world of health benefits, our research suggests in many cases there isn't currently robust enough evidence to justify the price.
'Or, you can just as easily get the same benefits elsewhere for less.'
The review concluded that vitamin shots were unnecessary for people who already follow a healthy and balanced diet.
Additionally, the vitamins the juices contained, including vitamin C and zinc, can be purchased at a more affordable price elsewhere.
It said popular brand Moju's immunity drink 'contains a range of vitamins that you could get much cheaper elsewhere'.
Detox teas are also not worth your cash, the review ruled. The ASA, which regulates advertising claims in the UK, says there is no herbal tea that can 'detox your body'.
Our kidneys, liver and digestive system 'do that for us already', Which?'s review says in regards to detoxing our bodies. It named Twinings for continuing to market its detox tea.
Experts have also said it's 'impossible' to create targeted painkillers that are able to help specifically headaches, period pain or joint pain and often you are paying a premium price for 'packaging'.
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