The Korean government said Wednesday that it plans to legalize customized cosmetics -- cosmetic products made on-the-spot by readily mixing various base ingredients, colors and scents according to preference.



The introduction of this new cosmetics format -- previously banned for sales due to potential safety concerns -- is projected to further diversify and expand the country’s vibrant cosmetics industry.



The legalized product categories include four types of perfumes, 10 types of skin care products and eight types of makeup products, such as lipstick, the ministry said.



