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- 2020.10.15
Over 80% of Sunscreen Performed Below their Labelled Efficacy Increase the Risks of Skin Darkening, Sunburn or Even Skin Cancer
The use of effective sunscreen can reduce the harm caused to the skin by ultraviolet rays (UV) and slow down skin aging. The Consumer Council tested 30 models of sunscreen for daily use and over 80% of them were found to perform below their...
- 2020.10.15
Trust Misplaced in Pet Relocation Services Puts Animals’ Lives at Risk Choose Pet Services Carefully to Prevent Animals from Suffering
Emigration of Hong Kong people has been on the rise in recent years and this has led to the emergence of pet relocation services. The Consumer Council has received complaints on pet relocation service. A complainant has paid more than $10,000 to...
- 2020.10.15
“Thickness” or “Thinness” of Condoms Could Differ More Than 4 Times Manufacturers are Urged to Improve Ambiguous Product Claims and Labelling
Proper use of condoms is not only for contraception but can also ...
- 2020.09.15
Non-surgical Breast Enhancement Treatments Lack Medical Proof Trial Offer Might Turn into a Huge Consumption Trap
In recent years, many women who are eager to pursue beauty would splash out a lot of money to get slim or increase breast size, hoping to shape up their bodies. Many breast enhancement services attract customers by claiming that neither injection nor...
- 2020.09.15
Prudently Choose Dashcam with High Picture Quality to Avoid Rendering the Device Useless Beware of Law Violation when Installing a Dashcam with a Display Unit
Many drivers install dashboard cameras, commonly called dashcams, in their cars to record the surroundings as the recorded footage may help establish the facts and clarify the liabilities in the event of a crime or a traffic accident. The Consumer...
- 2020.09.15
Sweeter than Sweet! Beware of Health Risks! Even with Sweeteners Added, 40% of Sweetened Beverages Contained Free Sugar Content Reaching Half of the Recommended Daily Intake
Health-conscious consumers with sweet tooth would opt for “zero sugar” or “low sugar” beverages in the belief that they are healthier choice for less sugar intake. The Consumer Council has tested 51 pre-packaged sweetened beverage samples and...
- 2020.09.15
Wearable Air Purifiers Had Only Limited Effects Even in Tiny Sealed Spaces Bacteria and Air Pollutants Removal Performances were Rather Inferior Do Not Regard as Health Amulets
Putting on wearable negative ion air purifiers, which claim to have anti-bacterial and air purifying properties, has become a craze during the current COVID-19 pandemic. Many users believe that they would be free from health hazards if they wear one....
- 2020.08.17
3-MCPD Detected in All Infant Formula Models Tested With 1 Exceeding Tolerable Daily Intake Level Nutritional Composition Similar but Price Varies
It is the wish of every parent to have their newborn babies growing up healthily. They would spare no efforts to choose ‘’the healthiest" and "most nutritious" infant formula for their children. However, choosing the right brand among the wide...