AliExpress said on Monday it worked with the Korea Importers Association (KOIMA) to carry out pre-emptive safety tests on key categories as demand for cross-border direct purchases rises in spring. The inspection covered 136 products including children’s school supplies, toys, back-to-school items and seasonal clothing. Seven certified domestic testing institutions participated. AliExpress said 118 products met Korean safety standards, while sales of 18 were halted and relisting blocked.

Interest is rising in beauty devices aimed at removing impurities and sebum from pores beyond what hand washing can address, amid rapid growth in the home-care beauty market. This review looks at the Mellians silicone vibrating cleanser, highlighting its 12-colour lineup, ergonomic size and wall mount. It offers up to 12,000 vibrations a minute, 5-level intensity control, a rear heat-massage mode at 37 to 42 degrees Celsius and a 5-minute auto timer. It is rated IPX7 and uses magnetic charging with an 800 mAh battery.