Degree MotionSense ‘Superior Protection’ Claims Idled In NAD Review
This article was originally published in The Tan Sheet
Executive Summary
Higher fragrance content does not equal a more “protective” antiperspirant, the National Advertising Division says in a decision resolving dispute between Degree marketer Unilever and competitor P&G. Flaws in Unilever’s testing design contributed to the recommendation to discontinue or modify the challenged ads.
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