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Civil Litigation

Jul. 31, 2025

Paul Mitchell faces suit over 'Made in USA' claims for Tea Tree shampoo

A consumer claims key ingredients are being sourced from overseas.

John Paul Mitchell Systems is accused of misrepresenting its popular Tea Tree Special Shampoo and other personal care products as made in the USA.

The plaintiff, Regina Brookshier, says she overpaid for the Tea Tree Special Shampoo, which she purchased over the competition. Hundreds of thousands of bottles of the shampoo have been sold in California, according to the complaint. Paul Mitchell has said it sells one bottle of the shampoo every 14 seconds.

Brookshier claims ...

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