Report: It Costs More To Be A Woman

By: NBC News Channel | NBC4i.com
Published: January 04, 2010

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Have you ever taken notice how the same product for a man may cost women a little more, all because of marketing?

The January issue of consumer reports find items aimed at both women and men, like shaving cream, deodorant, body wash and even pain relievers and soap, can cost women more than 50 percent extra.

According to consumer reports, some companies do provide a decent reason—like making a shaving cream bottle rust-resistant for women to use in the shower.

For the most part, the item for women was exactly the same as the item for men—maybe just a bit dressed up—but had an additional price tag.

If you don’t pay attention, it can cost more to be a woman.

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