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Demand for halal cosmetics set to surge but labelling can be confusing
Published Sun, Apr 17, 2016 · 09:50 PM
Paris
A BEARDED imam may have seemed out of place at last week's In-Cosmetics expo in Paris, an annual showcase for the world's leading beauty and personal care products.
But Shaikh Ali Achcar's presence points to a growing demand for makeup that adheres not just to the face but also to Muslim rules.
"When an animal-based product isn't halal ("allowed" in Arabic) or contains alcohol, it's not only forbi…
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