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Imit8tion Shea Butter Body Lotion

ownerPepco Group N.V. (United Kingdom)
originUnited Kingdom
manufacturedUSA

Imit8tion is a value-oriented personal care brand primarily sold within the United Kingdom at budget retailers such as Poundland. The brand is known for producing affordable 'dupes' or alternatives to high-end skincare products, often mimicking the scent profile and bottle design of premium brands like Sol de Janeiro.

While the brand has a strong retail presence in Europe, particularly the UK, the manufacturing and distribution are typically handled by mass-market beauty suppliers specializing in private label production. The products are formulated to provide essential skin hydration at an accessible price point, using popular ingredients like shea butter and nourishing oils. Ownership is tied to the parent companies of the discount chains that carry the brand exclusivity, or through specialized contract manufacturers that service the discount retail sector.

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