South Korea and Misleading Cosmetic Ads

South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) announced enforcement actions following an inspection of online cosmetic sales. As Korea’s online beauty market expands, regulators are tightening controls. The review uncovered violations of the Cosmetics Act, prompting the MFDS to request that the Korea Communications Standards Commission block access to the offending websites. Additionally, […]

Indonesia establish 2026 Deadline for Halal Cosmetic Certification

New regulations are shaping the future of the cosmetics market as a result of a global demand for Halal cosmetics, driven by a growing Muslim population and increased awareness of ethical product standards. Indonesia has taken a major step by becoming the first country to mandate Halal certification for cosmetic products sold as “Halal.” Under […]