Beauty Blog
Pig-Fat-Free Skincare: Ingredients That Can Come From Pork, and What We Use Instead
Collagen, gelatin, glycerin and stearic acid can all come from pigs. Here is how to spot them and what halal-certified ANAAKA uses instead.
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Real Reviews: The Halal Night Routine Malaysian Women Keep Buying
Real customer reviews of ANAAKA's halal night routine, from sensitive and acne-prone skin to mature 60+ skin, plus how to build the routine yourself.
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Halal Skincare in Malaysia: How to Tell If a Product Is Truly Halal (2026 Guide)
How to check if skincare is truly halal in Malaysia: JAKIM recognition, NPRA notification, ingredients to watch and tips for humid KL weather.
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The Best Halal Anti-Aging Skincare Routine for Malaysia's Hot, Humid Climate
In Malaysia's heat and humidity, the best anti-aging routine is light, layered and protective: double cleanse, a lightweight hydrating serum, daily SPF and a nourishing night cream, all halal-certified. Here is the step-by-step routine, by age, with tips for hijab wearers and Ramadan.
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Halal vs. Conventional Anti-Aging Ingredients Explained
The active ingredients in halal-certified and conventional anti-aging skincare are usually chemically identical. This guide breaks down hyaluronic acid, peptides, retinol, and antioxidants to explain exactly where halal certification changes sourcing and verification, and where it doesn't.
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The Complete Guide to Halal Skincare Certification: What It Means and Why It Matters
Halal skincare is one of the fastest-growing categories in global beauty, yet it remains widely misunderstood. This guide explains what halal certification requires, what MS 2200-1 means in Malaysia, how it differs from clean beauty and cruelty-free claims, and how to verify a brand's halal claim. ANAAKA is certified to MS 2200-1 by IIDC GmbH, a foreign halal certification body recognised by JAKIM.
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Reviving Traditional Malaysian Beauty Rituals: Turmeric, Rice Water and Bunga Raya in Modern Skincare
This Merdeka season, we're looking back at the beauty rituals Malaysian households have relied on for generations: turmeric, rice water, and the humble bunga raya. Beyond nostalgia, these ingredients hold up to modern scientific scrutiny, offering real benefits for brightening, hydration, and skin resilience. This guide explores the heritage behind each ingredient and shares a simple, modern routine to bring a touch of tradition into your everyday skincare.
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Protecting Skin from Haze and Air Pollution
Haze season is back in Kuala Lumpur — and it's not just your lungs that feel it. Fine pollutant particles can weaken your skin barrier, trigger breakouts, and speed up visible aging. In this guide, we break down exactly how haze affects sensitive skin and share a simple, effective routine to help your complexion stay calm, protected, and healthy through the hazy months ahead.
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Introducing Voilee: ANAAKA's Halal Haircare Line for All Hair Types
Voilee is ANAAKA's halal-certified haircare line, made in Italy for natural, coloured and hijab-covered hair. Here is what makes it different and which product suits your hair.
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