Brilio.net - Having healthy and well-groomed skin is the dream of many people, but choosing safe and effective skincare products is not an easy task. The reason is, the more skincare products on the market, the greater the risk of getting caught in the use of dangerous or even illegal products.
The above conditions are the reasons why it is very important to always check whether the skincare products you use are registered with BPOM (Food and Drug Supervisory Agency). BPOM is tasked with ensuring that cosmetic products in circulation are safe to use. Here are 3 ways to check BPOM skincare that you can do to ensure the safety of skincare products, as summarized by briliobeauty.net from various sources, Tuesday (20/8).
1. Check the BPOM registration number via the official website.
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The easiest and fastest way to check BPOM skincare is to use the product check feature available on the official BPOM website. To check, you only need to visit the site [www.pom.go.id] (https://www.pom.go.id/) and select the "Check BPOM Products" menu. Here, you can enter the registration number listed on your skincare product packaging. The BPOM registration number usually consists of 11-15 digits of numbers and letters, such as "NA18190123456".
After you enter the registration number, the BPOM website will display information related to the product, such as the product name, brand, factory that produces it, and the distribution permit status. If the product data matches that listed on the packaging, then the product is safe and has been registered with BPOM. However, if the product data is not found or does not match, you should be careful because the product may be illegal or fake.
2. Use the BPOM mobile application.
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In addition to the website, BPOM also provides a mobile application called "BPOM Mobile" which can be downloaded on Android and iOS devices. This application is very practical to use to check BPOM skincare when you are shopping or want to verify the product quickly.
After downloading and installing the BPOM Mobile application, you can immediately search for products by entering the product name, brand, or registration number. This application also provides a barcode scan feature that allows you to scan the barcode on the product packaging and get complete information about the product's distribution permit status.
Another advantage of the BPOM Mobile application is that you can report suspicious products directly through this application. If you find a skincare product that is not registered or has an invalid registration number, you can report it to BPOM for further action.
3. Check via the BPOM WhatsApp feature.
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To make it easier for consumers to check products, BPOM has also launched a checking service via WhatsApp. This service can be used very easily and quickly, just by sending a message to the official BPOM number on WhatsApp. The official BPOM WhatsApp number is 0811-8421-3333.
How to check BPOM skincare via WhatsApp is quite simple. You only need to send a message with the format "CHECK # Product Name " or "CHECK # Registration Number ", then BPOM will send a reply containing information related to the product. For example, if you want to check a skincare product called "Cream X", you simply type "CHECK # Cream X" and send it to the BPOM WhatsApp number. The check results will be sent in a few moments.
This service is very useful especially for those who want to ensure the authenticity and safety of skincare products quickly without having to visit the website or use the application.
Why is it Important to Check BPOM Skincare?
Checking the BPOM status of the skincare products you use is very important to ensure that the products are safe and free from harmful ingredients. Products registered with BPOM have gone through various clinical trials and strict supervision so that they are guaranteed not to contain ingredients that are at risk of damaging the skin or endangering health.
In addition, by checking BPOM you also help prevent the circulation of illegal products that do not meet safety standards. Fake or illegal skincare products often contain dangerous chemicals that can cause irritation, allergies, or even permanent skin damage.