PHL pressed to comply with ban on mercury use in cosmetics

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STRESSING the urgency of enforcing the ban on mercury in cosmetic products to protect human health and the environment, the toxics watchdog EcoWaste Coalition called on the government to step up the campaign against the illegal sale of unauthorized products, including skin-lightening creams that are popular among Filipino women.

The efforts of the government and civil society are obviously not enough to put a stop to the unlawful and unethical trade of mercury cosmetics, which poses serious risks to public health and the environment.

The group even provided Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna with a map showing more than 50 retail stores where banned mercury cosmetics are sold.

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Author / Journalist: Jonathan L. Mayuga

Category: BusinessStartups

Markets: PhilippinesPakistanThailand

Topics: Cosmetics Ecowaste Journalism Manila Awards Products Group Online Coalition Mercury Government

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Published On: 2024-11-10 @ 16:05:00 (1 weeks ago)

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