By Liezelle Soriano
THE Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned the public over those cosmetic products that are being sold in physical and online stores that are not certified by the agency.
In an advisory, the FDA said that consumers must practice “discernment and caution” in purchasing items.
“The public is hereby advised to practice discernment and caution in purchasing cosmetic products through various distribution channels. The FDA hereby warns against purchasing any unnotified or violative cosmetic products that may be sold or offered for sale through unofficial channels, physical and online platforms,” the FDA said.
The agency furthered that the list of stores that are registered is available on its website.
“The FDA further warns concerned establishments not to distribute cosmetic products without the prior authorization. The FDA also warns that establishments who participate in the online selling of cosmetic products without prior authorization from the FDA shall be subject to imposable penalties stipulated in R.A No. 9711 and its IRR,” it added.
Likewise, the Department of Trade and Industry is celebrating Consumer Welfare Month, as part of the government’s effort to promote consumer awareness.
“Consumer welfare is not just a month-long celebration—it’s a lifelong commitment to making choices that benefit you and society as a whole. Let us recommit ourselves to being responsible and informed consumers and support forward-looking policies and initiatives that protect consumer rights,” DTI Secretary Alfredo Pascual said.
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