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Meghan Markle Faces $10M Legal Threat Over DIY Bath Salt Recipe

A Maryland woman alleges severe burns from a bath salt recipe featured in Markle's Netflix series, with legal teams disputing liability and safety warnings.

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Overview

  • A diabetic viewer claims she suffered burns and ongoing skin issues after using a bath salt recipe shown in Meghan Markle's Netflix series 'With Love, Meghan.'
  • The plaintiff is demanding $10 million in damages for alleged reckless endangerment and has indicated willingness to settle for $75,000 to cover medical expenses.
  • The bath salt recipe, which includes Epsom salt, Himalayan salt, arnica oil, and lavender oil, was showcased as a personal gift in the series but lacked specific safety disclaimers.
  • Meghan Markle's attorney argues that the plaintiff ignored existing warnings on Epsom salt packaging and denies any negligence by Markle, Netflix, or the production team.
  • The case highlights broader concerns about celebrity responsibility in promoting health-related advice and the legal implications of lifestyle branding.