The kind of products celebrities are shilling these days aren’t your practical, family oriented George Foreman Grills of pre-Internet days gone by.

For celebrities living in the de-centralized world of fame where social media users dominate, pitching everyday products just isn’t enough to generate viral buzz.

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For the glittered narcissists with little in the way of scruples, the shock factor of the bizarre — and gross — is the preferred tool of self-promotion mixed with product marketing. Celebrities with more self-respect get crafty with gimmicky slogans or relatable products to push their brand.

Check out some of the most unusual, eyebrow raising and downright objectionable of celebrities’ promo products, including a few more vintage sponsored items.

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