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HALAL certified cosmetics become the new favorite in the global cosmetics industry

According to a Reuters special report, the fastest-growing cosmetics category globally is halal cosmetics. Halal refers to products that are made without any added alcohol or pork ingredients, making them suitable for halal consumers.

However, the core question is whether Muslims can wear makeup. This has always been a hotly debated issue among different religious sects. Many believe that cosmetics are used to conceal one's true appearance, thus serving as a means of deception. On the other hand, others believe that cosmetics are essentially a means of seduction. The prevailing view these days is that as long as a Muslim uses cosmetics not to deceive or seduce others but to enhance her beauty and serve her husband, it is still in accordance with Islamic teachings—just as the Chinese saying goes, "A woman dresses to please herself."

After all, the pursuit of beauty is human nature. Therefore, following W's statement, analysts predict that sales of halal cosmetics, currently worth $500 million annually, could increase by 20% annually over the next five years. Furthermore, with an increasing number of cosmetics manufacturers no longer using animals for testing and omitting any animal-derived ingredients, the variety of Muslim-friendly cosmetics is expected to surge, creating a "supply-driven demand" phenomenon.

Business opportunities and cultural exchange are both possible, so why not? Embracing the world means understanding it, especially the relationship between humans, animals, and the economic activities of various countries. This is now a key issue in economic recovery and sustainable development. For example, a UN report found that one-third of the Earth's surface is used for livestock farming, and the greenhouse gas emissions of all livestock worldwide are now greater than those of all transportation. Furthermore, methane emitted by cattle and sheep contributes more to the rate of atmospheric warming than carbon dioxide emitted by cars and factories! It's worth noting that a recent study by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) found that a healthy diet is not only good for our health but also for the atmosphere. Humanity's demand for meat has already led to the loss of 58 percent of the world's forests, as people in developing countries cut down trees to make land for livestock to support their livelihoods. The WWF estimates that if everyone reduced their meat consumption by two-thirds, greenhouse gases generated by meat production could be reduced by 15 percent. Therefore, eating less meat and more vegetables is better for both health and the planet!