A Maryland woman is threatening to sue Meghan Markle for $10 million, alleging that a bath salt recipe featured on the duchess’s Netflix series caused her severe injuries.
At a Glance
- Robin Patrick claims Meghan Markle’s bath salt recipe caused her “catastrophic burns”
- The recipe aired on Markle’s Netflix series, With Love, Meghan
- Patrick, who is diabetic, alleges the injuries led to ulcers and lasting discomfort
- She is seeking $10 million in punitive damages and $75,000 in compensatory damages
- Markle’s legal team denies liability, citing lack of duty of care and First Amendment protections
DIY Recipe Leads to Alleged Injury
Robin Patrick, a diabetic woman from Maryland, says she followed a bath salt recipe featured on With Love, Meghan, the Netflix lifestyle series hosted by Meghan Markle. The mixture, which included Epsom salt, arnica oil, lavender oil, pink Himalayan salt, and dried flowers, was part of a segment where Markle shared self-care tips with viewers.
According to Patrick, using the bath salts led to “catastrophic burns,” ulcerations, and prolonged cosmetic and physical discomfort. She alleges that Markle, Netflix, Archewell Productions, and the Intellectual Property Corporation failed to provide adequate warnings, despite known risks to individuals with diabetes. As reported by The Independent, Patrick is now seeking $10 million in punitive damages and $75,000 in compensatory relief.
Watch a report: Meghan Markle ‘BURNS’ Viewer With Her Bath Salt Recipe; Accuser Demands MILLIONS.
Legal Response and Public Scrutiny
Meghan Markle’s attorney, Cameron Stracher, swiftly responded to the claim, asserting that “there is nothing inherently dangerous about a mixture of salts, arnica oil, and essential oil.” He argued the show bears no liability because the ingredients are not hazardous in themselves and the program did not establish a “special relationship” with viewers that would legally create a duty of care.
Stracher further emphasized that Patrick’s own medical condition was a more significant factor in the injuries. He noted that use of Epsom salts is generally contraindicated for diabetics unless cleared by a physician. As outlined in Stracher’s response, the injury “was not foreseeable,” particularly if Patrick disregarded instructions on product packaging.
Broader Implications for Content Creators
This case sheds light on the growing tension between lifestyle content and health risk disclosures. While With Love, Meghan is primarily entertainment, its integration of wellness advice may place it in murky legal waters if viewers treat recommendations as medically sound. Critics argue that content creators wield influence that can unintentionally mislead viewers into unsafe practices.
Experts interviewed by The Independent note that essential oils, especially when not properly diluted, can cause skin irritation. When combined with hot water and other additives, these substances may pose specific dangers to those with compromised skin sensitivity or circulatory issues—risks exacerbated in individuals with diabetes.
As Markle’s team continues to reject liability, the case may set precedent on how far legal responsibility extends for content shared under the guise of lifestyle tips—especially when such advice reaches millions via global platforms like Netflix.
