Pink Tax

The “Pink Tax” refers to the extra amount that women are charged for products and services compared to men, despite the items bEINg similar or identical in function. This pricing disparity can be seen in various sectors, including personal care products, clothing, and even services.

For instance, women’s razors are often priced higher than men’s razors, even when the only difference is the packaging and color. Similarly, dry cleaning services may charge women more for similar garments, and some companies market gendered toys with different prices, even though they serve the same purpose.

Cases highlighting the Pink Tax include studies showing that women pay more for health care products, such as prescription medications, and research demonstrating that women’s professional attire is often more expensive than men’s, despite bEINg made from the same materials.