Punjab government is cracking down on fake cosmetics

The Punjab government on Tuesday decided to take action against those involved in business of fake cosmetics and the cabinet also gave approval to The Punjab Drug and Cosmetics Amendment Act 2019.

Speaking at the meeting, Chief Minister Usman Buzdar said the cabinet had approved the act to ensure production of cosmetics according to international standards.

He said the purpose of licensing of cosmetics sale points was to ensure the provision of genuine products through the original supply chain.

Originally published in Dawn, February 5th, 2020