Are there fake LOL dolls?

Fake LOL Surprise Dolls are bootleg productions that are not manufactured by MGA Entertainment intended to trick customers into buying them. Thye come at a lower price tag and thus folks are more inclined to buy them.

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Are fake LOL dolls safe?

“Bargain hunters need to be aware that fake, substandard toys can break and cause injuries or pose choking hazards, toxic materials can cause burns and serious harm, while illegal electrical toys can lead to fires or electrocution.”

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How to avoid duplicate lol dolls?

MGA: There is no way to ensure you do not get a duplicate doll with a subsequent purchase. Part of the fun of collectability is looking forward to what might be inside the surprise ball. If you unwrap the same doll, watch out; MOST dolls have two different water surprises! Collect them both!

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What is the warning about LOL dolls?

The LOL Surprise! dolls reveal different outfits when dipped in cold water, some include garters, suspenders, and handcuffs. A parenting expert says there is no good to be gained from the dolls.

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Why are LOL dolls being discontinued?

Big W removes kids' L.O.L dolls after furious Aussie mum discovered they changed into lingerie and BONDAGE clothing when dunked in cold water.

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Why do they make fake LOL dolls?

Fake LOL Surprise Dolls are bootleg productions that are not manufactured by MGA Entertainment intended to trick customers into buying them. Thye come at a lower price tag and thus folks are more inclined to buy them.

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What age do girls stop playing with LOL dolls?

Some kids may lose interest in dolls around the age of 5 or 6, while others may continue to play with them into their pre-teen years. There really isn't a "magic age" at which all children suddenly stop playing with dolls - it varies from child to child.

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Why do boy LOL dolls have balls?

Isaac Larian, CEO and founder of MGA Entertainment tells The Post that the design of the dolls' privates is an intentional move from the company to include accurate body parts. “All of our LOL Surprise boy dolls have been (and will continue to be) anatomically correct,” he says.

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What age is appropriate for LOL dolls?

L.O.L. Surprise! dolls are extremely popular with girls ages 3 and up. One version is a roughly 3-inch doll with multiple accessories, all individually wrapped in multiple layers of tissue paper and tucked away inside a plastic ball.

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Why are LOL dolls so expensive?

What makes LOL dolls so expensive? Apparently they are very popular at the moment, December 2019. You can charge more for items that are in big demand. I don't see the attraction, but then I never liked Cabbage Patch Kids either, so maybe it's me.

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Why do dolls turn black?

Why is my doll turning black/blue? Your doll is made from a luxurious vinyl. Unfortunately, certain dyed fabrics can transfer color to your doll's skin. Make sure that any clothing that did not come with the doll is pre-washed to avoid transferring dyes to your doll's skin.

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What are some of the rarest LOL dolls?

Queen Bee: According to many in the fandom, Queen Bee is considered the rarest L.O.L. Surprise! doll in any series.

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What is the story behind LOL dolls?

Isaac Larian, the CEO, told me in an email that L.O.L. dolls were essentially reverse engineered: The company wanted to cash in on the unboxing and collectibles trends, and so it came up with L.O.L. dolls. MGA Entertainment was told, at first, that kids needed to see a product before they would ask for it, Larian said.

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What is the lol dolls controversy?

The Winnipeg-based Canadian Centre for Child Protection (CCCP) says parents should absolutely be disturbed by the LOL Surprise line of dolls — which, according to a series of viral videos, reveal secret outfits, which are being described as adult-themed.

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Is there a way to know which lol doll is inside?

These balls have two layers of plastic with no surprises hidden in between them. Under the plastic, the ball is two-toned with a hinge on one side: For those who know their L.O.L. characters really well, the two colors of the ball can give a big hint about which family is inside!

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Are boy LOL dolls appropriate?

Parents outraged after discovering male LOL Surprise dolls have realistic genitals. The male LOL Surprise toys were created to encourage boys to play with dolls. Parents have been left fuming after discovering that LOL Surprise dolls they bought for their children have realistic-looking genitals.

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Is 14 too old for dolls?

As experts would tell you, there is no age limit for dolls. It may seem unusual in this day and age, but several 12-year-olds still play with dolls. And in a world where the internet is widespread, this may be a good thing.

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Is 13 too old for dolls?

Children love playing with dolls. Dolls are their first playmates, and thus this friendship tends to go on for a while, especially for girls. There is no specific age to stop playing with, or loving, dolls.

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Should 12 year olds still play with dolls?

As long they don't derive fun from destroying and disfiguring the dolls but are involved in good old imaginative play, then you have nothing to worry about. And if your child is already into electronic gadgets at 12, do not impose dolls on them; different children develop differently.

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What does OMG mean in LOL dolls?

O.M.G. (Outrageous Millennial Girls) are fashion dolls that are the bigger siblings to popular/fan favorite L.O.L.

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Is it OK to give a boy a doll?

Experts agree that doll play is as helpful for boys, as it is for girls as they too need to develop the same emotional skills as girls and often are deprived of that sort of emotional exploration. Boys can benefit from self-expression facilitated by doll play especially with more diverse representation among dolls.

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Do 7 year olds play with LOL dolls?

Surprise! Dance Dolls with 8 Surprises Including Doll Dance Floor That Spins, Dance Move Card and Accessories - Great Gift for Girls Age 4-7.

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Is it normal for a 13 year old to play with toys?

If a child still wants to play with toys as they move into adolescence, it is totally normal and to be celebrated! Unless a child's play is affecting or replacing real-life friendships, there is no need to worry. In fact, we need to be more concerned about older kids who don't play.

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How many dolls should a girl have?

A short answer – as many as she can take care of. If you are expected to take care of, keep track of, find homes for, or put away any of her dolls then you get to decide how much work you want to do. Are the dolls an issue or do you just feel she has too many? If they are an issue, deal with it appropriately.

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Why does my 14 year old still play with dolls?

What kinds of things does she like about playing with them? Your daughter is most likely simply interested in something offbeat, which makes for a well-rounded, often fun individual. Encourage her love of dolls and anything else.

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