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- 2018.08.15
30 Essential Oil Models Detected with Allergens – Ingredient Label and Usage Instructions Lacking in Transparency
In a fast-paced, stressful city life, essential oils are the favourite of many for body massage and bath, to help relieve the day’s tensions and induce sleep. A Consumer Council test on 30 models of essential oils on the market have detected the...
- 2018.08.15
Be Wary of Unfulfilled Services Purchased through Travel Agents - Industry Called to Make Good its Duty on Customer Support Abroad
Holiday makers are increasingly turning to individual travel, planning their own itinerary that gives greater freedom and flexibility. To cater to such growing market, travel agents have come up with myriad options of travel activities and also...
- 2018.08.15
Big Variances in Monthly Stocks Savings Plan Charges Be mindful on your Investment Costs
With low interest rates on deposit savings in recent years, consumers with small capital and the aspiration to earn a better rate of return on investment – above inflation and capital preservation – are opting for investment products by monthly...
- 2018.08.15
UV Protection Arm Sleeves Test: Over Half of Samples Unsatisfactory in Sweat Wicking & Quick Drying Performance – Substantial Variations in Air Permeability
For outdoor work or exercise under the blazing sun of summer, one needs to be protected from sunburn. That’s when UV protection arm sleeves come in handy. A Consumer Council test on 20 models of UV protection arm sleeves found all models were...
- 2018.07.31
The 18th Consumer Rights Reporting Awards Media Power at its Finest in Upholding Consumer Rights
The Consumer Rights Reporting Awards (CRRA) this year has reached a historic new high in the number of entries since 2008, receiving a total of 259 entries for the annual contest. The CRRA, now in its 18th year, are coveted professional honours...
- 2018.07.16
2 School Uniform Samples Detected with Carcinogenic Dyes Suppliers Urged to Exercise Strict Quality Control to Safeguard Student Health
As the school summer holiday gets underway, many parents have started purchasing new school uniforms and textbooks in preparation for the next academic year. A test carried out by the Consumer Council found the presence of azo dyes in 2 school...
- 2018.07.16
Effectiveness of Anti-cellulite Creams is at Best Minimal Consumers Should Think Thrice before Purchase
Summertime is here; it’s the season for shorts, miniskirts and swimsuits! But what a letdown it will be, if the skin is inflicted with unsightly cellulite (orange-peel like appearance). In a bid to restore the skin to its original smoothness,...
- 2018.07.16
Resurgence of Hotel & Dining Membership Undesirable Sales Practices – Be on Alert to Telemarketing Scams
Hong Kong people love dining and travel, which opens up business opportunities for telemarketing of hotel and dining membership, predominantly of hotels in Macau. The past 2 years have seen a resurgence of undesirable sales practices of hotel and...