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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Vicky Shaw

Warning over £50,000 scam that can harm your health and bank balance

Christmas shoppers are being urged not to take “serious risks” as Brits report losing nearly £50,000 to beauty treatment scammers so far this year.

Since January, Santander UK has recorded £49,846.32 reported as being stolen by beauty scammers, with an average loss of £227.

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