Cosmetic Laboratory Analysis
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Cosmetic Laboratory Analysis for EU Cosmetic Compliance
Cosmetic Laboratory Analysis is a critical part of ensuring that cosmetic products are safe, stable, and compliant with EU Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 before being placed on the market.
Our laboratory testing services provide the scientific and regulatory evidence required to support the Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) and the Product Information File (PIF). All tests are conducted in collaboration with fully accredited cosmetic laboratories, ensuring reliable results that are accepted by EU authorities.
We offer a comprehensive range of cosmetic testing services tailored to product type, formulation, and intended use, supporting both new product launches and existing product compliance updates.
Our Cosmetic Testing Services Include:
Microbiological Testing (Microbial Count Test)
Microbiological testing verifies that cosmetic products meet EU microbiological safety criteria by assessing total viable count, yeasts and molds, and the absence of specified pathogenic microorganisms, in line with ISO 17516.
Preservative Efficacy Testing (Challenge Test)
Challenge testing evaluates the effectiveness of the preservative system in cosmetic formulations, ensuring protection against microbial contamination throughout the product’s shelf life, in accordance with ISO 11930.
Accelerated Stability & Compatibility Testing
Stability and compatibility testing assess the physical, chemical, and microbiological stability of cosmetic products under accelerated conditions, as well as their compatibility with packaging materials, helping to determine shelf life and safe product performance.
Basic Physicochemical Testing
Physicochemical analysis includes essential parameters such as pH, viscosity, density, appearance, and odor, providing baseline quality and stability data required for regulatory documentation.
Heavy Metal Testing
Heavy metal analysis verifies that cosmetic products comply with EU safety requirements by confirming that toxic metals are within acceptable trace limits, supporting product safety and regulatory compliance.
All samples are shipped directly to the laboratory, and our regulatory team provides clear guidance on sample quantity, preparation, and logistics to ensure a smooth and efficient testing process.
Whether you are preparing documentation for EU market entry, updating your PIF, or supporting your CPSR, our cosmetic laboratory analysis services provide reliable data, regulatory confidence, and smooth compliance.
Ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of your cosmetic products with professional laboratory analysis.
FAQs About The Service
There are many questions about the service, we have selected frequently asked questions about this service. If you do not see your answer, please contact us.
Does every product need stability testing?
Does every product need microbiological testing?
For anhydrous or alcohol-based products, microbiological testing may be waived if sufficient scientific justification is provided. However, even for these low-risk cosmetic products, microbiological quality must still be demonstrated, either through relevant test results where applicable or through a solid scientific justification.
Does every product need challenge testing?
For products containing water or presenting a higher contamination risk, a Preservative Efficacy Test (ISO 11930) is generally required. For low-risk products (e.g. anhydrous or alcohol-based), challenge testing may be waived if microbiological quality is justified by test data or a robust scientific rationale documented in the CPSR.
Do I need to test every batch?
Full laboratory tests are required during product development and validation, while batch-to-batch consistency must be ensured through regular QC in line with GMP.
Which laboratory safety test is considered the most critical?
This test verifies that the preservative system can effectively control microbial growth during normal use, which is essential to prevent contamination and protect consumer health—especially for water-based and leave-on products.