How do I know that this is the real thing? There are quite a few reviews stating that this is a fake ... Thanks one and all - I contacted Amazon directly and they assured me that it would be fine but if I did have a problem with it's authenticity, I would get a full refund. I bought it today and it should be here in the 3 - 5 business days. Thanks for everyone's input. How do I know that this is the real thing? There are quite a few reviews stating that this is a fake ... Thanks one and all - I contacted Amazon directly and they assured me that it would be... » Read More How do I know that this is the real thing? There are quite a few reviews stating that this is a fake ... Thanks one and all - I contacted Amazon directly and they assured me that it would be fine but if I did have a problem with it's authenticity, I would get a full refund. I bought it today and it should be here in the 3 - 5 business days. Thanks for everyone's input. « Show Less
228552
I usually buy from amazon because it is reputable and offers free shipping on most items. I just bought this item and it is the real thing. Now I warn you though, you better know ahead of time if you like the fragrance because there are no returns allowed due to it being a flammable substance.
228553
The one I purchased was real. I cannot state this for the next bottle and the next, also being I am not the seller. But I Trust Amazon.....And the one I purchased was real. Look at the photo before you purchase this item, if you wore Obsession in the past, the old Obsession had a carmel colored non see-through cap. Some sellers are still selling that bottle....be careful. The NEW Obsession had a cap makeover. Now its See-through brown. So I bought it according to what the picture portrayed.....Whew....nough said....Hope It Helped.......Goodluck.
228554
Obsession has been my signature scent for more than 35 years, and I've emptied between 60 and 70 bottles of this perfume during that time. I'm certain that the bottle I bought through Amazon is authentic Obsession. The fragrance is exactly the same and it lasts as long when I'm wearing it as ever in the past. I could not be fooled by a fake.
228555
If you have been buying this product like I have, for years then you know the bottle, the color and mostimportantly the fragrance you will know without a doubt this is the real thing. Also buy from a reputable dealer and I personally prefer the perfume for last-ability. Maybe I have been lucky but so far never a problem and Amazon has the very best prices.
228556
Most original packaging does have a serial number or a distributor code on the box. You can also tell by the way it sprays out. If it sprays like a body spray, too much and too fast it is fake. If it feels cold on the skin more so than usual, it is fake.
228557
This is really smells great every time I wear it people always ask which perfume your wearing I love it mine almost finish I m going to buy another one :-D
228558
This is a fake! My mother has been buying this at Macy's and other department stores for years. I purchased this one for her, and she says definitely it is not the real thing. It's not worth the postage and trouble sending it back since it was so cheap.
1620575
Yeah, if it's sold by Amazon, it's real. I called ahead to make sure that they were an authorized dealer. I ordered it, and got a real one.
604641
You gotta watch what seller it's from. Amazon sometimes just like lumps all the reviews into one product page. If it ships from China, it's probably a bootleg. If it's from Japan, it's probably legit.
843188
If you order thru Amazon, its a guarantee its an original. Wait for the sale and buy it from Amazon. You can't go wrong with this company.
1037214
I just check and see if they have other reviews, especially different types of products, my reviews are really random, lots of different products and categories. So find the review you find most relevant then check their other reviews and if they seem legitimate, then your probably safe. In the case of this product, I found several 5 star reviews very legitimate, I just ordered and will definitely give a review.
429769
Buy directly from Amazon & not a 3rd party seller. That's the only way to be sure it's genuine.
2167936
I am not sure how you find out where they get it from but I did purchase this and it is the real deal. If you do purchase through Amazon and it is not what you want they are very good with their return policy.
722724
Buy from a reputable seller like Amazon; it should be fine - Amazon has good return policies, so if you found it to be a knockoff, return it.
7802
I contacted Amazon in regards to this. Did not want to spend over $100 and get something fake I cannot even return. Make sure the seller you purchase through IS amazon, not a third party. They will guarantee satisfaction :)
2154074
How do you know that this is fake and paid for reviews? Do you have any proof to back this up? I would be very interested, as I ordered this product and hate to waste money on products due to the reviews. Why would Amazon let this happen and Dr, Oz? I need to hear more about this.
64160
No. my received item is not genuine and official product.i think, it is one of imitaions.If you have a plan to buy this item, i'm completely opposed to do it.Thanks.
1064691
If it is sold and fulfilled by Amazon it is authentic. If it is sold by someone else and only fulfilled by Amazon, you don't know what you are getting. Mine was from Amazon and is authentic, love it!
218827
The one that I bought off this site is an authentic one. Mine did not take 25 days to ship, it was in within 3-5 days. I also don't think mine every said 25 days to start with, so that makes me a little more weary on yours.
839383
I ordered "Shipped and sold by Amazon" and mine is 100% authentic. Be aware of the actual seller and use due diligence.
1920427
Don't know about fakes, but this one seems fine enough. How would I know if I got a fake? Now I'm curious.
1195773
The one in the pic is, but that doesn't mean the one they sell you is going to be. But when you get it you will be able to tell. Cuz you can go on YouTube and there are a lot of videos that show you and talk about fakes. And if you get it and it is fake. Amazon has the best customer service of any store I've ever shopped with. So I'm sure they would make it right with you.
113073
I imagine the only way to tell if a product is for real is if the seller is reputable, hard to do. I prefer Amazon as the seller over private vendors since there is recourse in case of fraud. I have bought products before from outside vendors that are sealed and have not been suspicious. Sometimes vendors are cheaper since they have products they didn't use or get free samples. I do like skinceuticals so good luck !