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Real vs. Fake: LABUBU V1 Authentication Guide — Spot Fake Macaron Vinyl Face Blind Boxes
LABUBU the collectible vinyl figure line from Pop Mart’s The Monsters: Exciting Macaron series has exploded in popularity since its 2023 launch, with over 300 variants released. That surge has brought counterfeit versions (often called “Lafufus”) into circulation, some using real boxes with fake dolls inside. Below is a step‑by‑step guide on how to authenticate your LABUBU V1 and ensure your collection is the real deal.
How to Authenticate LABUBU V1: Five Essential Checks
1. Face & Teeth Detail
Authentic: Teeth are neatly sculpted with exactly nine teeth, paint is smooth, and cheek blush is even and soft—no yellow tinge.
Counterfeit: Teeth may be uneven or fused, blush looks blotchy or overly yellow, and facial paint is sloppy.
Tip: Count teeth, inspect under bright light, and compare blush color and gradient carefully.
2. Stamp on Sole
Authentic: The stamp on the bottom of each foot is crisply printed, with sharp, legible characters and no ink bleed.
Counterfeit: Counterfeits often have a shallow stamp, with uneven ink coverage or smudging around the edges.
Tip: Use a loupe or magnifying glass to examine the stamp’s edges. On real LABUBU 1.0s, each letter and line will be consistent in depth and thickness.
3. Wash Label
Authentic: Label print is sharp, symbols and text are aligned and easily legible.
Counterfeit: The label tends to feature blurred or grainy printing. Sometimes the text itself can be off-center or misaligned.
Tip: Compare your wash label to official photos on the website. Authentic labels will match font style, spacing, and icon placement exactly.
4. Logo Label
Authentic: The LABUBU logo is crisply rendered, with even edges and no stray ink spots. Colors of the trademark print are true to the brand’s palette.
Counterfeit: The logo often looks fuzzy. You may notice slight color shifts or bleeding at the edges of the design.
Tip: Compare the logo label to images from trusted sources.
5. The Box Quality
Authentic: The box features sharp, vibrant printing and a tactile, embossed texture (visible as raised dots or lines) on certain panels. Colors are balanced and true to official imagery.
Counterfeit: Printing may look washed‑out, with uneven ink distribution. The embossing is usually absent, and the box board feels thinner or flimsier.
Tip: Gently run your fingertips across the box surface. Authentic packaging has a subtle grainy texture.
Bonus Tips from Experts
Some counterfeit sellers use real packaging to create “real box, fake doll” setups. Always cross-check the doll details—even when the box appears authentic. Also, newer models (especially from 2024+) may include UV‑reactive stamps on the right foot visible under UV light, though this is more common with later LABUBU lines, not exclusive to 1.0.
What to Do If You’re Unsure?
Even experienced collectors can struggle to catch high‑quality fakes, especially if packaging appears genuine. When in doubt, go with professional authentication.
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