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The Consumer Council tested 25 cream and liquid eyeshadows on the market and discovered that over 80 percent of the samples contained heavy metals that may cause skin allergies.

The watchdog noted that small amounts of lead were detected in all samples, while two contained arsenic, though the detected levels complied with Mainland standards and pose no safety risks.

However, individuals prone to skin sensitization should pay extra heed, as the results found that over 80 percent of the models contained allergenic heavy metals.

Seven models were also found to contain cyclosiloxane compounds, a potential environmental pollutant, at concentrations exceeding 0.1 percent.

The detected amount exceeds the limit stipulated in the new European Union (EU) REACH Regulation for leave-on cosmetic products, which will be implemented in 2027, the watchdog warned.

Meanwhile, 10 models listed ingredients only in Japanese or lacked an ingredient list entirely, while nine failed to indicate an expiry date or period-after-opening (PAO).

The Council urged authorities to reference labeling requirements from the Mainland and the EU, establishing requirements on important information such as detailed ingredients and expiry dates.

It also called on the industry to provide such information on packaging, helping consumers identify health and environmental risks to make informed choices.

Over 80pc cream and liquid eyeshadows detected with allergenic heavy metals