The Department of Science and Technology-Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) presents to the media ‘halal’ (permissible in Islam) personal care products it has developed to meet the needs of Muslim consumers, during a press conference at the PIA Building, Visayas Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City on Thursday (Oct. 2, 2025). DOST-ITDI Science Research Specialist Standards and Testing Division chief, Ma. Rachel Parcon (left) presented the products which include hair-growth shampoo, moisturizing and nourishing cream, and essential oils. (PNA photo by Ben Briones)