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Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
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- Many people buy cheap cosmetics in city markets.
- Some products have no label or health certificate.
- Researchers find metals in lipsticks and creams.
- Metals include arsenic, mercury and lead.
- These metals can hurt skin and health.
- In July 2025 Peru seized nearly two tonnes.
- Vendors sell at stalls and street shops.
- People buy cheap goods because they cost less.
Difficult words
- cosmetic — Beauty products for skin or face.cosmetics
- chemical — Substances used in science or industry.chemicals
- label — A tag that gives information.labels
- market — A place to buy and sell goods.markets
- problem — An issue that needs a solution.problems
- health — Condition of being free from illness.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think there are many cheap cosmetics in Latin America?
- How can consumers protect themselves when buying cosmetics?
- What should companies do about harmful chemicals in their products?
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