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North Korea's Secret Beauty Secret: Made in China!
26 Feb
Summary
- North Korea's beauty products are not viral; South Korean ones are.
- North Korean labor is secretly used for global false eyelashes and wigs.
- These products are finished in China and labeled 'Made in China'.
While South Korean skincare and makeup dominate viral trends, rumors of North Korean beauty products gaining traction are inaccurate. Due to strict sanctions and a closed economy, North Korean cosmetics are not exported internationally. Instead, the nation's domestic brands like Pomhyanggi and Unhasu are intended solely for local consumption and promoted through state media.
A significant, yet surprising, connection exists between North Korea and the global beauty industry. Hundreds of tons of semi-finished hair products, primarily for false eyelashes and wigs, are annually exported from North Korea to China. These items are then processed, packaged, and legally marketed with a 'Made in China' designation, revealing a hidden labor contribution to popular beauty items.
