Cosmetics, Skin and Personal Care

Cosmetics, Skin & Personal Care

Analytical Testing

  • Physical Testing
  • Chemical Testing
  • Microbiological Testing
  • Toxicological Testing
  • Stability Testing
  • Ecotoxicological and biodegradability Testing

Documentation Review

  • Claims Validation
  • Product Information File (PIF)
  • Labeling Review
  • Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Safety Assessment

Safety Testing

  • Cumulative Irritation
  • HRIPT
  • Facial Sting Test
  • Acute Skin Irritation
  • Primary Irritation
  • Phototoxicity
  • Photoallergy
  • Photobiology
  • Safety-In-Use
  • Ophthalmology Safety-In-Use
  • Comedogenicity (Non-Comedogenic Claim)
  • Acnegenicity

Efficacy/Claim Support Testing

  • Anti-Aging
  • Elasticity and Firmness (Face and Body)
  • Skin Brightening
  • Skin Texture
  • Skin Density/Thickness
  • Skin Tone Evenness
  • Pore Size
  • Mildness
  • Moisturization and Hydration
  • Cell Turnover
  • Make Up Removal
  • No discomfort around the eye (no eye stinging)
  • Dermatologist and Ophthalmologist Tested
  • Exfoliation
  • Blood Flow
  • Lip Care Products-Long-Wear, plumping, feathering, and moisturizing
  • Cosmetic Wear Claims
  • Acne Claims
  • Male Shave Products
  • Baby and Infant Skin Care Products

Specialized Skin Conditions

  • Rosacea
  • Psoriasis (All Ages)
  • Atopic dermatitis/Eczema (All Ages)
  • Acne (Teen and Adult)
  • Oily Skin
  • Cellulite
  • Keratosis Pilaris
  • Wound Healing
  • Stretch Marks
  • Diaper Rash
  • Microbiome Testing

Sunscreen

  • SPF Testing: FDA 2011 Final Rule
  • SPF Testing ISO 24444
  • UVAPF Testing: ISO 24442
  • Water-Resistant Testing: FDA 2011 Final Rule
  • Water-Resistant Testing: ISO 16217 and 18861
  • Water-Resistant Testing: AS/NZ 2604
  • In-Vitro Critical Wavelength Analysis: FDA 2011 Final Rule
  • In-Vitro Critical Wavelength Analysis: ISO 24443

Learn more about our SPF testing

Hair Care

  • At-Home Use Test
  • Androgenetic alopecia
  • Hair Growth
  • Anti-Dandruff
  • Scalp Irritation
  • Salon Evaluation

Foot and Nail

  • Nail Polish Evaluations
  • Bunions
  • Corns
  • Dry Heels
  • Foot pain and discomfort
  • Fungal infections (Nail)

Consumer Research Tests

  • Research Guidance Tests
  • Consumer Preference or Consumer Usage
  • Focus Groups
  • Testimonials/Infomercials