News Summary:
- Dokter Detektif (Doktif) has once again put Richard Lee’s beauty products under scrutiny after the doctor was officially detained by Polda Metro Jaya for alleged consumer protection violations.
- Doktif suggests Richard Lee’s alleged fraud is more extensive, pointing to his cosmetic factory.
- Laboratory tests conducted by Doktif reportedly found that certain ingredients listed on Richard Lee’s products were absent.
Teknowarta – Dr. Samira Farahnaz, widely known as Dokter Detektif (Doktif), has reignited her criticism concerning the beauty products belonging to her rival, Richard Lee.
The ongoing feud between Doktif and Richard Lee has reached a fever pitch, marked by a series of reciprocal legal complaints. Most recently, Richard Lee was officially detained by Polda Metro Jaya on the evening of Friday, March 6, 2026, following a report filed by Doktif regarding alleged consumer protection violations.
In the wake of the Athena Group clinic owner’s detention, Doktif promptly issued further statements about Richard Lee’s beauty products, escalating her allegations. Doktif now suggests that Richard Lee is involved in a significantly larger scheme of deception, providing evidence of a specific product manufactured at the doctor’s own facility.
“This is GODDES HAIR, a product manufactured in his factory,” Doktif stated, as quoted by YouTube Intens Investigasi on Saturday, March 7, 2026. “Therefore, the alleged fraud is now considerably greater, as it originates directly from the factory owned by suspect DRL.”
Doktif revealed that she had commissioned a laboratory analysis of the product in question. The results of these tests, according to Doktif, indicated a stark discrepancy: a key ingredient, ascorbic acid, prominently listed on Richard Lee’s product, was reportedly absent from its composition.
“After Doktif conducted lab tests, it showed that ascorbic acid was listed as an ingredient here, but it turned out that no ascorbic acid was ever present,” Doktif elaborated, highlighting the findings.
This discovery led Doktif to posit that Richard Lee’s alleged fraudulent activities are far more widespread, potentially implicating his entire manufacturing operation. “What does this signify? The scale of the fraud is much larger; Doktif’s suspicions are greater, pointing towards the factory he owns, and this serves as one piece of evidence,” Doktif asserted, displaying the product. “The composition he claims is not detected, meaning he is currently engaging in a far more severe act of deception within his own factory.”
In light of these serious allegations, Doktif issued a strong caution to the public, urging consumers to exercise heightened vigilance when selecting beauty or skincare products. She further called for a collective boycott of all Richard Lee’s products, hoping to inflict a lasting deterrent effect. “So, for the public, save your money, engage in cancel culture. Stop putting your trust in this individual; give him a deterrent effect,” Doktif implored.
The heated rivalry between Doktif and Richard Lee originated from their respective legal actions. Both individuals have been named suspects in separate cases. Doktif faces charges of alleged defamation, while Richard Lee is a suspect in a case concerning alleged consumer protection violations related to his beauty products and treatments.
The dispute initially escalated after Doktif frequently published content reviewing beauty products, often accusing some of Richard Lee’s offerings of “overclaiming” ingredients or outright deception regarding their contents. Feeling unfairly targeted and that his products were maligned, Richard Lee subsequently filed a defamation report against Doktif. In retaliation, Doktif lodged a complaint against Richard Lee for alleged false information and breaches of consumer protection laws. Adding another layer to the controversy, former employees of Richard Lee reportedly came forward to Doktif, providing testimonies regarding alleged non-compliant practices in the production of skincare products.
Richard Lee’s Defense of His Products
Prior to these recent developments, Richard Lee had staunchly defended his skincare products against the various accusations leveled against them. He emphatically stated that all the skincare items he markets are not only legal but also fully registered with BPOM (the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority) and meet the stringent halal standards required in Indonesia.
“I am fully prepared to provide the clearest and most honest testimony possible,” Richard Lee asserted. “All products I sell are legal, registered with BPOM, and manufactured in accordance with regulations. Furthermore, these products are also halal and completely safe for use.”
Richard Lee consistently maintained that the entire process, from production to distribution of his products, strictly adheres to government-mandated standards. Consequently, he reiterated his claim that he has never sold products that are unauthorized or pose potential harm to the public. “I have never sold products that are unlicensed and potentially endanger the community,” he concluded.
(Tribunnews.com/Ifan/Fauzi)
Summary
Detective Doctor (Doktif) has escalated his accusations against