Imported Beauty Products Skipping Mandatory Safety Tests Warned by Health Authorities

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued a notice to consumers about imported beauty products that are not undergoing mandatory safety tests as required under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. The notice, reported by Telangana Today, highlights that the absence of safety testing could allow products containing harmful substances to reach the market. Consumers are advised to verify that products bear the safety test certificate and to report any suspicious items to the authorities. The warning comes amid growing concerns over the safety of cosmetics sold online and in retail outlets, with regulators urging stricter enforcement of existing regulations.