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Tate McRae gets trolled online over ‘fake’ Neutrogena skincare routine in sponsored video
McRae’s video has prompted questions among fans about whether she even used all the products shown
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Tate McRae has faced online criticism and mockery after viewers questioned whether she actually used the skincare products featured in a sponsored Neutrogena video
McRae shared the sponsored TikTok on August 5, 2026, showing her “post show routine” on a plane
The video features Neutrogena makeup remover wipes, Hydro Boost moisturiser and under-eye patches
On route to Chicago @Neutrogena Sponsored
The discussion centres on the opening part of the routine, where McRae appears to wipe her eye makeup with a Neutrogena wipe
However, viewers noted that her makeup appeared largely unchanged afterwards
She then applies what appears to be moisturiser to her cheeks, although the video makes it difficult to determine whether there is visible product on her fingertips. Viewers also noticed a second lid on the product that McRae seemingly did not take off
The under-eye patches are the clearest part of the routine, with McRae visibly applying them
Viewers quickly began questioning the authenticity of the routine, particularly because McRae appeared to retain much of her makeup throughout the demonstration
Photo: TikTok
The reaction was comparable to an earlier controversy involving Millie Bobby Brown, who was criticised over a skincare tutorial and later acknowledged concerns about the way the products were demonstrated
However, there is no confirmation that McRae did not use the products
The sponsored video has nevertheless prompted debate over how celebrities demonstrate beauty products in paid social media campaigns, particularly when viewers expect a routine to show clear before-and-after results
