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Qaasim O

1 reviews | Active since Apr 2025

25 Apr 2025, 06:26

Unauthorized Debits After False Promises – Isabella Garcia & IPS

I’m extremely disappointed with how Isabella Garcia and IPS are handling my account.

I initially signed up for a R400 policy with Isabella Garcia that included some vouchers. Since then, my account has been debited for more and more money, including charges for IPS and additional products that I never fully agreed to.

Most recently, I was contacted about a “collagen package” sent from IPS. I clearly told them that I could not afford it, and I was assured that it would not cost me anything. Despite that, a R1,200 debit went off my account today—including charges for this exact package I declined.

To make matters worse: • I never received any official contract or documentation from IPS • I have still not received a proper policy from Isabella Garcia • I’ve tried to cancel before, but the companies keep calling at the last minute to pressure me into staying

This entire process is misleading, *********, and in violation of the Consumer Protection Act. It’s unacceptable that services are added without my full, informed consent—and that I was misled into thinking something was free, only to be charged for it later.

I now demand: 1. Immediate cancellation of all services and accounts 2. A full refund of the unauthorized R1,200 debit 3. Written confirmation that all future debit orders will be stopped

If this issue is not resolved, I will escalate to the FAIS Ombud, National Consumer Commission, and my bank for a debit order reversal.

Enough is enough—stop deceiving customers and taking money under false pretenses.

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Isabella Garcia
Isabella Garcia's reply25 Apr 2025, 12:14
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Dear Qaasim,

Thank you very much for taking the time to raise your concerns and for bringing your complaint to our attention we appreciate your feedback. 

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you personally for your feedback and to express my sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused. We truly value you as our client, and we continuously strive to deliver good service and to build lasting relationships with our clients. 

I have arranged for IPS health to contact you and assist you with your complaint.

I have sent you an email with the relevant information pertaining to your account.

We wish you the absolute best on your skincare journey going forward, may you have a great week ahead.

Warm Regards, 

Sulaine McGeer
Client Care Manager
Isabella Garcia International (Pty) Ltd
www.isabellagarcia.co.za