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Reality check: Perfume theft again in the duty-free — what's really going wrong at the airport

Why Perfume Is a Frequent Target in Airport Shops

Perfume and cosmetics are frequent theft targets because they are small, valuable and easy to conceal.

Published: April 22, 2026
Reality check: Perfume theft again in the duty-free — what's really going wrong at the airport

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Are perfume and cosmetics stolen more often from airport shops?

Perfume and other beauty products are often targeted because they are valuable, compact and easy to conceal. That makes them more vulnerable than larger items that are harder to hide. In airport retail, those features make them a recurring focus for shoplifters.

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