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Skincare #Cosmetics Regulations Around the World

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Cosmetics Rules in Southeast Asia | The ASEAN Cosmetics Directive and the Notification System

In the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), cosmetics rules have been harmonized across the region since 2008 based on an agreement signed in 2003. The system is centered not on prior approval by each country, but on pre-sale notification and corporate responsibility.

Cosmetics Rules in Southeast Asia | The ASEAN Cosmetics Directive and the Notification System

In the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), cosmetics rules have been harmonized across the region since 2008 based on an agreement signed in 2003. The system is centered not on prior approval by each country, but on pre-sale notification and corporate responsibility.

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Reading Korea’s Cosmetics Act | The Unique Category of “Functional Cosmetics”

Korea enacted its Cosmetics Act in 1999, and it came into force in July 2000. Cosmetics were separated from the Pharmaceutical Affairs Act, and a category called “functional cosmetics” was established apart from general cosmetics, requiring review or reporting for each item. This article outlines that system.

Reading Korea’s Cosmetics Act | The Unique Category of “Functional Cosmetics”

Korea enacted its Cosmetics Act in 1999, and it came into force in July 2000. Cosmetics were separated from the Pharmaceutical Affairs Act, and a category called “functional cosmetics” was established apart from general cosmetics, requiring review or reporting for each item. This article outlines that system.