Protect Your Collection: A Michigan Buyer’s Guide to Authentic Labubu

The most popular toy right now that everyone needs to have is a Labubu doll.

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If you're like me and had no clue about the popular toy and wondered what the story is behind it, here is what I found out.

A Labubu doll is a collectible toy created by Hong Kong illustrator Kasing Lung.

The character is part of a series called "The Monsters," which was inspired by Nordic folklore and mythology.

A Labubu is a mischievous-looking, elf-like monster with pointed ears and sharp teeth.

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Because of their popularity, scammers have created knock offs of the popular toy and it's making it hard for consumers in Michigan to spot the difference.

How To Spot A Fake Labubu

If you're in the market for a Labubu, here is what you need to look for to spot a real one from a knockoff.

The Packaging and Box: Real boxes have a matte, smooth finish with muted or pastel colors.

Fakes are often glossy and have overly bright colors.

Hologram Sticker: Look for a high-quality, holographic POP MART sticker with a QR code.

Fakes may have a cheap-looking hologram with flat or blurry text.

QR Code: The QR code on the box or tag is a key feature, If you don't see one, it's probably a fake.

Printing and Text: Genuine boxes have crisp, clean printing with correct spelling. Misspellings (like "Pob Mart") or blurry, misaligned text are red flags.

The Teeth: A real Labubu figure has exactly nine teeth.

Counterfeits may have more or fewer teeth, or the teeth may be poorly painted, unevenly spaced, or connected.

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