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Do you agree?

Flady1 — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 02:39:21 GMT

I left a review for tanning lotion, Gatineau. Here it is,,,

I am very upset ,,,,false advertising!!! Why are most of the reviews for Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan mostly from their website!!! Where are the ones that WE want to read, from QVC buyers???!!! This kit that I just received had 3 reviews with a 3.0 overall rating!! This is done with a lot of the products that Q sells, and we don’t want it anymore!!!
Just from the comments, which I rely on, I’m returning this kit, and not going to bother trying it! So, I’ve wasted money now on the return!! I’ve had it. I stopped buying here for a while,,came back, and leaving again!! The clothing is hit or miss, like much of the makeup. I don’t want to pay for returns anymore! And, the quality isn’t what it used to be. I’ve been shopping here for 25 years, so it’s probably a good idea to get the divorce.

Re: Do you agree?

cjm61 — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 02:56:29 GMT

I have to say no, I do not agree @Flady1 . You stated you never even tried it. A review is to be left for the product itself, not your other issues.

The Ratings & Reviews Standards state:

All reviews should focus on the product and your individual experience using it.

Perhaps you could contact customer service with your other complaints.

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Tori3569 — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 03:06:09 GMT

Taking customers' reviews from other websites is a very common practice in many places. Target does it, Sephora does it (influenster) and other reputable companies. It's not deceptive or unethical. It's especially valuable for new products. I have no issue with it.

Why didn't you check the reviews before you bought the item so you don't have to return it now. If QVC has no reviews, they're almost guaranteed to be on Amazon or other places

Re: Do you agree?

kitcat51 — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 03:28:17 GMT

Anytime I see a product I'm thinking about buying on Q I go to that vendors website & other retailers that sell the product to check for best price & read all reviews, I don't rely on just the Q customer reviews. I enjoy shopping the Q website buying As Is, Clearance, Final Sales & it's been years since I returned anything. Q is a good match for me but it's just another retailer I shop. You're unhappy so a Q divorce is a good idea. Take care @Flady1

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skatting44 — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 03:42:13 GMT

It pays to read reviews. I skip through the ones that are Not from QVC customers . That being said some QVC reviews do not provide a review of the product as some are complaints abt the vendor or shipping/billing problems or don't provide clear info on issues with an item.

Re: Do you agree?

Tinkrbl44 — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 03:57:30 GMT

@Flady1 wrote:
I left a review for tanning lotion, Gatineau. Here it is,,,
I am very upset ,,,,false advertising!!! Why are most of the reviews for Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan mostly from their website!!! Where are the ones that WE want to read, from QVC buyers???!!! This kit that I just received had 3 reviews with a 3.0 overall rating!! This is done with a lot of the products that Q sells, and we don’t want it anymore!!!
Just from the comments, which I rely on, I’m returning this kit, and not going to bother trying it! So, I’ve wasted money now on the return!! I’ve had it. I stopped buying here for a while,,came back, and leaving again!! The clothing is hit or miss, like much of the makeup. I don’t want to pay for returns anymore! And, the quality isn’t what it used to be. I’ve been shopping here for 25 years, so it’s probably a good idea to get the divorce.

@Flady1

First of all, with all due respect, please speak for yourself, not the collective "we". I don't think you should assume everyone agrees with you.

Secondly, it looks like you didn't even bother to read reviews before making a decision to purchase. Why was that? (Who does that?)

Third, I think reviews from people who have actually used the product are what I want to read. I can make my own decision about the validity of the evaluation.

Fourth, I don't see where there is "false advertising" if there aren't many QVC buyer reviews, but taken from the vendor's website. As long as the purchase is verified, so what?

Based on this post alone, I suggest you shop in B&M stores where you can ask questions in person. For whatever reason, you seem to be making a lot of returns.

Now you state you're returning a product you haven't even bothered to try! Seriously? In the future, please save yourself the aggravation and shop at your local mall.

Re: Do you agree?

shoesnbags — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 04:16:52 GMT

No, I don't agree. Why did you order this in the first place, if you weren't happy with the number of reviews from QVC customers? And if the answer is that you didn't read the reviews until AFTER you ordered the product, that's on you. And then to send it back without even trying the product makes no sense to me. Sorry but I can't sympathize with you at all. (And the font you used is hard to read.)

Re: Do you agree?

Marp — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 04:52:39 GMT

Well, @Flady1, I can agree that you and Q should divorce.

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Goldengate8361 — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:22:02 GMT

@Flady1 Just a well-intentioned comment: if you want people to read your post, you need to use a better font and, by all means, lose the bold-face type. I can hardly read your post....it's hurts my eyes to even try to read it due to your font choice.

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elated — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:42:39 GMT

I don't understand how you can review a product you haven't used..When I first read your comments it made me wonder what is wrong with this scenario. It is a head scratcher for sure to return a product because reviews were not written by QVC customers. To leave a company over this makes me think you need to inhale then exhale a few times before you post such nonsense.

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Parischic — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:48:19 GMT

When I read reviews I want to see the ones that give detailed information.
Such as I always wear a small in this brand and it was too tight in the chest so I exchanged
It for a medium and it fit better. And if they add their height and weight that's also helpful. It would have been better to contact customer service with your complaints.

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Venezia — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 06:43:04 GMT

@Flady1 - First of all, that font you used (and put in bold) is very difficult to read and it doesn't make your argument any more convincing than normal type would.

And, no, I don't agree with anything you said. I seem to recall that in December you were upset about a ring selling out, before you had a chance to buy it. You said then you were done with QVC. (As if that was their fault?)

So you've ordered something and are now returning it unopened (you say) because you don't like the source of the reviews? The only reason you've "wasted money" is your own fault. And, if you don't want to pay for returns anymore, the answer is simple: do what you claimed to be doing before and stop shopping with QVC.

And, as someone else has said, you only speak for yourself - not for "WE".

Re: Do you agree?

CalminHeart — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 12:47:42 GMT

No, I do not agree.

I automatically go elsewhere to check reviews, contents, etc etc before I consider buying anything. I do not accept what is on Q's website (or on air) unless it is corroborated by other sources of reviews and the manufacturer.

Fyi, your post is difficult to read because of the font.

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jlkz — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:12:29 GMT

@Flady1

Your post is too hard to read past the first line: your use of bolding makes the letters and thus the words run together. The energy you spent trying to communicate gets wasted.

If you!re angry, wait u til you calm down to type.

( My post started out with the 4 I normally use, but my iPad had other ideas: I normally do not post this small a font. My apologies )

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pigletsmom2 — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:08:13 GMT

I don't understand why you would wait to read reviews until after you purchased it. Also if the Q hasn't sold something before there wouldn't be any reviews from Q customers. So if it's a new set or something there would be nothing there. I often go to the companies site or other beauty store sites to look for reviews if I'm conerned.

If you actually wanted to try this I"m not sure why you wouldn't and then return if you don't like it. Makes no sense.

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San Antonio Gal — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:18:51 GMT

@Flady1 - I don't agree with you.

You should go ahead and stop ordering from the Q.

If you come back and reply to all the posts, please change the font. It is very difficult to read.

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tends2dogs — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:35:36 GMT

Reviews made by actual purchasers are the way I decide about whether to purchase or not. I appreciate if they tell us if the reviews are from the vendors website . I also appreciate it if they disclose whether a reviewer received the product as part of a promotion. I think that can make a difference in a review.

So, I don't understand making a purchase without looking at reviews. I really don't understand sending something back that I didn't even try. You are only punishing yourself. Believe me, QVC nor the vendor really care.

I would at least try this out - you may like it. In the future read the reviews. You will save your shipping costs both ways - win, win!

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theresa — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:14:03 GMT

@Flady1 if the reviews were 3 stars why did you order the product knowing you would need to return if not satisfied. I'm not comprehending your question but if you're asking if we agree with your post my answer is no sorry I don't understand your logic.

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Flady1 — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:21:56 GMT

I do check reviews prior to purchasing anything, and because it was a new kit, there weren't any. So, I looked at their other products, and a large percentage of reviews were from their website, reposted to Qs,,,,and were ++++. They didn't have a chance to put those reviews with this new kit yet, and were from Q shoppers, at least they were honest!!!

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RescueLover — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:43:46 GMT

@Flady1

OF COURSE there were ONLY 3 reviews from QVC customers this is a NEW Gatineau item to The Q.

AND when I purchase any item I’m not familiar with I look for reviews anywhere I can find them.

Including video demos on YouTube. 😎

I’m sorry… but the blame is on You not QVC or Gatineau.

Everyone needs to be an educated consumer these days. 🥴