(KPL) The Food and Drug Department of the Ministry of Health has warned business operators and the public against importing, storing, distributing, advertising, purchasing, or using six unregistered cosmetic brands.

The warning was issued under Notice No. 4007/FDD, dated September 4, 2026, following inspections that found cosmetics being advertised and distributed with packaging, labels, colours, and names resembling or imitating registered products. Some of the products were also promoted through unusually large discounts, trade-in offers, giveaways, and other promotional campaigns at unusually low prices.

The department said the products were not registered, making it impossible to verify their origins or guarantee their quality, safety, and potential health impacts.

The six brands identified in the notice are:

Vaseilina

Care Man

Lvx

Clsorup

Leimiyaa

Shampoo

The Food and Drug Department has prohibited the storage, import, distribution, and advertising of the specified products and urged consumers to refrain from purchasing or using them.

Consumers are advised to check cosmetic products carefully before purchase, particularly for Lao-language labels, information on the manufacturer or importer, details of the responsible business operator, and clear notification or registration numbers.

The department also urged the public to report any suspected illegal importation, distribution, or advertising of the products to the Food and Drug Department or the relevant provincial or Vientiane authorities.

KPL