Nerium Skin Cream Lawsuit – Class Action Claim Info

I used the product for approximately six weeks. During that time I developed a shortness of breath, lack of energy , heart issues which sent me to my MD. My heart rate had dropped to 42 beats per minute. More test by the cardiologist. I was afraid to fall asleep for fear I would not wake up. By a fluke I was researching the Oleander plant and discovered it’s cardio glycoside properties. I stopped using the product immediately. Over a three to four week period my symptoms disappeared. The company claims it does not cross the skin barrier, however, cardio glycosides are slow accumulating. If research was not conducted for at least 6-8 weeks the results would prove in their favor. Most will not correlate face cream and heart failure. It’s claims are great but the side effects are killer.

Tried a sample of Nerium last night. Woke up this morning in severe pain. I had applied product as directed and rinsed it off in the morning. What I thought was an allergic reaction bubbled into large, seeping blisters and what appears to be chemical burns on my nose. I’ve spent the day treating my face with burn ointments and cold compresses and it has partially peeled down to raw flesh and is swollen and very painful. I have to fly out tomorrow for a vacation and am very upset.

i have been using for over one year and have NOT experienced any of the side affects mentioned nor any other. The product works as advertised I have seen it with my own eyes and experience. It works better for some than others but it works!

Wow! Business must be really slow for you guys!

the population should form a class action against lawyers. They are the true vampires.

The Better Business Bureau of Addison Texas gives Nerium International an A plus rating…lowest number of complaints most satisfied customers. I have been using for a year and I love my results. It may not be for everyone!

i am an Skin Therapist and have been approached by many to start using this product. I did my research first (as I always do) before putting anything on my face and client’s and found out the Nerium plant is poisonous affecting the heart and nervous system. If it really does get rid of wrinkles is because it penetrates the skin paralyzing the nervous system. Why will it not travel deeper with long use affecting heart and other organs?

I would love to share my non toxic skin line. Our company has been around for 30 years.

I used this product for over four months and developed a rash on my chin cheeks and neck. To the point of scaring. After reading other blogs I am wondering if my shortness of breath and high blood pressure are related? Never thought it would be something I put on my skin!

I tried Nerium around about 8 months ago. The owner of our gym was selling it and wanted me to try it. I wanted to see how noticible the results really were so i used my regular face products on one side and nerium on the other.
I woke up in the morning and the Nerium half of my face was red and super swollen! I even took pics. I would upload them here if there was a way to do it. It was so embarrassing because I had a meeting w someone that day and had to be out in public. It took most of the day for it to go back down again. I will never put that stuff on my face again.

If I could upload pictures of my face I would. Its simply horrifying. After using Nerium for 3 days my face blistered severely. Large, seeping blisters and redness. Went to urgent care and doc said it looked like possible staff infection. That was a month ago. After being treated with antibiotics and cream, they are still there. Saw another doc last Friday and they are baffled. Possible papupustular rosacea? ?! I’ve never had skin issues until Nerium!! Its embarrassing and painful!

My son is allergic to Penicillin! I did not sue the Pediatrician for prescribing that for his 1st ear infection. He was 18 months old. Welts cornered his body, he had joint pain so stopped walking, he had tissue swelling so couldn’t even crawl! It took over 2 weeks for the ingredients to leave his body. I have used Nerium 2 1/2 years. Wonderful product! If it doesn’t work for U then don’t use it! My son will NEVER take PEN VK again but he is not trying to get it off the market for YOU, Who penicillin may help I immensely.

I used other products that broke me out to so all products is not for everybody so why post bad stuff about Nerium some medicine works for others but don’t work for you so do you tell everybody that it is not a good medicine

I had a school mom selling it and I bought a bottle. It was super pricey. I tried it and do not like the way my skin felt at all. I immediately discontinued using it. I was lucky not to have any rash or shortness of breath like others have stated….but could tell it didn’t feel right. Have never put it on my face again.

This product has been going on my face twice a day for OVER three years now. No blemishes, no reactions, no allergies, no rashes and no shortness of breath or cardiac issues of any sort!

Been using the product for 2 weeks and love how it works haven’t had any reactions to the product however I did use oil of olay a month ago and it did give me a terrible rash on my face so I stopped using it as far as cardiac issues and shortness of breath have not experience this.

I used it for 6 months and saw some difference. However those before and after pictures are bogus.

I’d like a list of every product that all of you are using on your faces, and I’ll show you a class action lawsuit against those companies and every product they’ve sold. Period. Not every product works on everyone. Not everyone can eat she’ll fish either. Every single cosmetic company has had complaints filed against them. Nerium is gaining huge press because they’re products actually work. Expect many more law suits against them because that’s what happens when a company becomes successful. Apple had their pants practically sued off in the beginning.

As for what Nerium claims it does, it really does. I’ve watched with my own eyes. My 64 year old boyfriend looks 10 years younger in 4 weeks. If there are brand partners stating things outside of what Nerium says it does, then they’re not speaking on behalf of the company. You can’t hold that against Nerium. This is a good and solid company that has world renowned drs, researchers, toxicologists working for them. They’re about to announce their partnership with a major medical university. This company is researching cancer cures. They’re solid.

Let’s talk about pharmaceuticals. Should we take every drug off the market? Or do you think that, in spite of the people who have experienced adverse side effects, including getting cancer and babies born with abnormalities, should continue to be prescribed? Or should we pull drugs like Crestor, Liptor, Tylenol, Prozac, Testosterone, Cynbalta, Zoloft, etc off the market? Because we all know someone who uses some of these and they’re life saving drugs for them. So if Nerium doesn’t work for you and you had an allergic reaction, that sucks, so don’t use it. If you have adverse reactions to drinking milk, don’t drink it. I highly doubt you’ll go online telling the world how you got diarrhea from drinking milk with your morning cereal though.

I am a licensed professional esthetician. I have many concerns about Nerium. Is this lawsuit moving forward or has it been resolved? My Nerium-selling friend claims the suit is frivolous, but I doubt that is true.

I have tried this product for just a little over a month now. I have noticed a GOOD change in my skin and appearance of less wrinkles.

Not all products are good for all people. this is why there are so many products out there. I for one am loving it!

I hope that this lawsuit and the others that will undoubtedly follow, will shut this company down. The product is useless and the ‘get rich or die’ reps are relentlessly annoying.

To those researching Nerium as a face cream please be aware of the potential side effects. As with any drug, food or cosmetic there is always the potential for adverse issues. I am not participating in the lawsuit, however, I do feel the Nerium company has a responsibility to inform it’s reps and potential customers of possible side effects. Much like a peanut allergy, not everyone will have issues. My cardiac issues were a direct result of Nerium use. I loved the product and the difference I saw, however, the internal issues, i.e slowed cardiac output, would have had serious consequences had I not been researching the pros and cons of the company. I was going to sell it until I put two and two together. For those who have used it with success great. For those reps who are selling it, all I ask is to be aware if a potential client has a skin reaction, intestinal issue or cardiac issue.

I just have one question – this is a topical ointment, so I don’t know how the Nerium oleander can cause cardiac issues; it doesn’t go deep into the layers of the skin, and it’s not injected into the bloodstream? Like any other product, people are advised to do an allergy test under their forearm before trying anything. The hair color industry advises that even long-time users do an allergy test before applying color. I just wonder about the duration of this lawsuit? The company offers a 30-day money back guarantee. Just wondering in this over-zealous sue-happy world we live in, how much time will be expended on suing a company where no one has lost a life, nor have they been maimed for life.

I and my wife Sharon have used both Nerium products for nearly a year – everyday. I found the products DO live-up to what they predict in advertising. My skin is younger and more vibrant looking. Also I have told my wife many times how the product has given her a better and younger complexion – truly visible by me her husband.

Come-on lawyers give the hard working and creative people in our country a break. Of course, someone will always be allergic to something. But then again, you folks get paid doing this stuff and want a job too. I have a feeling this one is not going to make much money though for you. If I were you I would look elsewhere.

I have used this product for 2 1/2 years, it’s an AMAZING product that has changed the skin of SO many of my customers! Sure, one out of every 25 people may not be able to use it…ITS NORMAL GUYS!! Awesome company too, I’m loving it

I agree with Robin Townsend. The reps who hawk this product typically have no esthetics licensing or cosmetic chemistry background. For customers who have reported improvement pertaining to wrinkles, the products ingredients are known to cause dermal inflammation. Inflammation over time is a big contributer to skin aging and skin health issues. As for the ingredient deck, it is crap. Cult sales people, cease and desist. Consumers beware! Seek out a licensed professional. Miracle creams do not exist. Use some common sense and steer clear. Nerium be gone Thank you!

You are all CRAzy and daft idiots

I was wrong bought in December. Use day cream everyday. Night cream at least 5 nights a week. Chest hurts. Muscles inflamed and hurt. Especially neck, back and shoulders. Massage weekly has not helped. Will stop Nerium immediately and pray for good results soon!

I am a Registered Nurse and user of these products. Nerium not only did research they also hired third party companies to run clinical trials. Nerium has been published multiple times with the National Insistute of Health (whom only publishes unbiased facts). The bottom line is there’s no skin care, food, supplement, medicine, etc that is 100% for user. People have adverse or allergic reactions to nearly anything you can think of. Being in healthcare I’ve seen it all when it comes to allergies. Just because someone may have an unfortunate reaction doesn’t qualify as a class action lawsuit. Do you think I wanted to sue the pharma companies after getting really sick from a pain medicine? No… I switch medicine.

People bash the “get rich quick” models of direct sales, but what do you think the people who are sue happy are trying to do?

My biggest concern about Nerium is the effect it has on people’s lives. This seems to be a cult that constantly bombards its recruits with so much hype that they will alienate themselves from their friends and loved ones. They are selling the concept of financial freedom, which overshadows the actual results of the product. They play on the emotions of people who want to be successful and make them feel like anyone who does accept this product or business is beneath them. I allowed my wife to get in this business and has begun to interfere with my marriage, which was great until the constant spending of money and time that she puts into being a Brand Partner and has not made any profit since October. Whatever you do, don’t get involved in this brainwashing cult.

After trying this bad product I had swelling in my face and blisters. I had to go see a Doctor to make sure everything was ok. The Rep who signed me in took the original contract (But I’m sure Nerium AD company can find out her real name) I’m very upset!

I have been a licensed skin care therapist since 1998. I have used everything from Dermalogica to Aveda to Rhonda Allison, PCA, Obagi, Murad…i could list 100 more. I have used Nerium. My results were not stellar or life changing. however you must understand this. there are wrinkles caused by muscular movement. these types of wrinkles can only be “tamed” w/ botox. which paralyzes/relaxes the muscle, making the wrinkle much less noticeable! NO SKIN CARE CREAM CAN PARALyZE A MUSCLE .. that is a fact. so BOTOX is the only answer for wrinkles caused by muscle. other types of wrinkles caused by sun damage can be lessened in appearance with creams. but I am not convinced Nerium is the fountain of youth. I used it for 10 months and no one including mysrlf noticed a big change.. sorry

I started as a customer and then signed as a distributor of the product, believing the product’s anti-aging claims. For those who do not believe the damage this product can cause, believe it…the testimonies are true. Within a few weeks of using the Nerium Night cream I developed welts on the lower sides of my face – extreme itching and swelling of the skin below the chin to the throat, down my neck and chest area. The swollen area of my throat was so extreme it left the skin in my throat area hanging and loose. I applied as instructed and was left with damage to these areas that now look like a huge burn. My neck, throat, and chest areas are still sensitive and stiff due to the damage caused by this product. This product is dangerous and a disclaimer showed be used. It is NOT suitable to all skin types. I have REAL before and after pictures of these affected areas of my skin. The allergic reaction I experienced from this product was extreme and embarrassing. I cannot express to you emotionally how this has affected me when people ask me what has happened to my throat, neck, chest area. It may work for some but it does not work for others. I conducted a mini focus group on people that I had try the product and have determined it is a 50/50 chance that you may or may not have a reaction. Why be at risk to something with that type of risk level? Also, many times a possible reaction is not immediately reactive – it may not occur within the first days, months, or years. The overall result could be cumulative; meaning you may not receive a reaction now, however later down the line (months, even years of continued use) a reaction may occur. Please keep that in mind.

used 3 day’s had headack’s the 3rd day i woke up my face was beet red and my eyes swollen almost together.i stop using it hope my skin get’s back to normal

This is the most absurd, ambulance chasing website there is. I had an so called “professional” send me to this website to have me read the comments. I don’t know if I should be pissed at Nerium for not sueing Downtown LA Law and all of these slanderous posts or be pissed that a professional blogger just wasted my time sending me to an un-credible website of ambulance chasing attorneys. In some ways I find the humor in it all.

For the husband called “Me” you are a dumbass for not supporting your wife. Shut up and let her be a part of something and stop being a baby.

For the rest, quit your bitching. Not all skin care is for everyone. If there was, there wouldn’t be tons of it in the store and so many choices.

Estée Lauder owns 98% of the skin care and hair care market. Go to the store and buy some cheap garbage, age your faces with it and stop being pansies posting on blogs. Next go get an education because you sound like an idiot.

Funny you should say that because no skincare line over the counter should ever produce a reaction and telling your clients that it’s the “impurities” leaving their skin. Are you a state licensed esthetician out dermatologist? You know nothing and saying things like that should leave you liable. If I told my clients things like that I could get sure and that is why I’m required to have insurance. What a joke. You could get the same results from using any skincare line because it’s hydration and nothing more. Take some chem classes before you start talking out your ass.

Have you started using new skin care products? When your skin is introduced to new products, sometimes you might get some initial blemish purging, especially if the products are giving your skin more exfoliation than normal. If it continues on more than two weeks, then they may not be a good fit for your skin.

Skin Tip: When introducing new products to your skin, it’s always recommended to use one product for 3-4 days before adding in a second one. If your skin is reacting negatively, you’ll be able to determine which product you should discontinue. Get products recommended for your skin type.

The product category that allergic skins are most reactive to are products that you would leave on the skin (moisturizer, serum, toner, eye cream) as opposed to a cleanser that you apply and rinse right off. Also, if you are doing a patch test with a product that contains Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid or other AHA’s, it is normal that the skin may be slightly pink but this should usually subside within 10-15 minutes, especially if moisturizer is applied on the skin over it.

What’s the #1 ingredient most likely to cause an allergic reaction? Synthetic fragrance which will be listed as “fragrance”, “parfum” or “perfume” on the back of the packaging.

How to test for possible blemishes or clogged pores: The cheek (close to the nose) or chin area is a good place to test if you’re prone to breakouts. There are a higher amount of oil glands and pores in these areas so the product can penetrate deep into the pore lining. If a product is going to cause breakouts, it’s most often not going to happen after just one use, so you may want to consider testing a small area for 7-10 days if you really want to be cautious.
^^ good info from a blog that will help those not sure about breaking out. Guys, some people are not going to do good with some skin care. I found if I didn’t wash it off it the morning I was a little more irritated, but that’s my fault.
I found a better product for me, doesn’t mean I would sue this company. I wish I could find that blog I used to help me get through some of my skin issues but I hope the info helps. Peace

I have been using NERIUM for 4 years. I have not had any adverse issues. I have had a few clients who have had allergic reactions. I’m highly allergic to the sulfites in wine and MSG in certain food products. Both proven to be extremely harmful to certain unlucky individuals such as myself. Did I sue them? NO!
NERIUM is a wonderful product that has been extensively tested for toxicity. I’m confident it’s safe to use.
Be nice to one another on this site. Not all lawyers are bad. Not all NERIUM reps are bad.
There is an allergic reaction of about 2% across the board to cosmetics in general. There are millions of bottles of NERIUM sold yearly. You do the numbers. Unfortunately some people aren’t going to be able to use it just like hundreds of other products on the market.

I’m going to tell you that having a reaction to nerium is not a joke,I had one and didn’t know thats what it was until I bought the firming creme. I was on the trial for one week the night creme. Started using it Wednesday by that Saturday , I was experiencing shortness of breath. I couldn’t afford the product, but the distributor offered me the firming creme . The night I tried it I put on my chest and under arms, in less than a hour I couldn’t breath and my throat felt like it was closing on me and my hands were itching like crazy. They began to get red and swollen. I had no idea what was going on. or what was causing this. I Started taking a allergy pill. It helped with the wheezing , I then tried applying it with gloves, which helped until this morning I woke up having a hard time breathing, got up took a allergy pill. As I started my research on nerium, I realized This is what is causing this. Now I wished it hadn’t been so cause I really wanted to use the product. So Please don’t believe it is a joke, if someone says they had a reaction cause my reaction was real. In all sincerity I hate telling the girl in my group at BNI. We are a referral group; I won’t be able to refer to her and I hate like hell to burst her bubble on her product. The only thing I can say is I had a real reaction!

To anyone involved who is having all these issuses where are your pictures to back up your claims? Where are copies of your test results from doctors claiming it’s the Nerium? Not saying you can’t have an alergic reaction, you can have that from any product. This sounds like a firm looking for a few bucks or people from rival companies trying to make another company look bad. How many of you are suing R & F because their products contain sulfur and retina which can also have adverse effects. If you don’t like it don’t use. Asparagus gives me smelly farts and the runs should I sue the farmer. Please people get a life.

I use the product for almost 2 years now and I am in the business. Sounds to me someone is looking for easy money. You want my before and after then check me out on facebook Randy Sweet I am always getting complements on my skin. I breath the same and I feel great. Stop trying to put the company and the product down just cause your business sucked.

I used it TWICE and experienced SEVERE HEART / CHEST PAINS TODAY!!! ;/

I applied it twice and experienced SEVERE HEART / CHEST PAINS TODAY!!! It was so serious I almost called 911!! and shortness of breath and some pains hours later!!! This is scary stuff!

I think u need to review your facts a little better. There’s two types of oleander. My question to u is which oleander plant does nerium use? Pink or yellow? Which one is the poisoness one? Do some research before posting. I have been using the product for 4 years and did do my research and am very proud of my results.

I tried Nerium 3 years ago for 6 weeks and I thought i was going to die!!! Initially, I had no idea it was the Nerium that was causing my heart condition. Who would’ve thought a friggin skin cream could do this to you??!! But after identifying that the ONLY thing that I had been doing differently was applying this cream, I started doing my research and learned about the cardiac glycosides. I went to cardiologists, wore heart monitors and had all sorts of tests and they couldn’t identify what was happening to. It was truly one of the lowest points of my life, given that I thought I was dying from an undiscovered heart condition at 42!! Thankfully, as soon as I discontinued use, my heart issues went away and I’ve never experienced anything since.