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South Korean beauticians face crackdown for illicit treatments in Hong Kong

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South Korean beauticians are increasingly offering unauthorized beauty treatments, such as microblading, in Hong Kong. The South Korean consulate has issued a warning to its citizens, emphasizing that practicing without a proper permit violates Hong Kong's laws. Immigration authorities have made arrests this year, highlighting the issue that has been fueled by the popularity of 'K-beauty'. AI

RANK_REASON This cluster discusses regulatory issues and enforcement actions related to beauty professionals operating without proper permits, which falls under the 'tool' category as it pertains to operational compliance and potential legal consequences for individuals/businesses.

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South Korean beauticians face crackdown for illicit treatments in Hong Kong

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Fiona Chow ·

    Rising number of South Korean beauticians providing illicit treatments in Hong Kong

    A growing number of South Korean beauticians are providing illegal eyebrow or lip microblading treatments in Hong Kong, with the country’s consulate issuing a warning to its citizens that practising without a proper permit breaches local laws, following an arrest earlier this yea…

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