Cosmetics and Consumer Product Testing

Microbiological quality, preservative efficacy and residues

Cosmetics and Consumer Product Testing

Microbiological limits, challenge testing and heavy-metal analysis for cosmetics, cleaning and baby products.

Microbiology package from 2,150 TRY

Cosmetic and personal care products are open to microbial contamination in production, storage and use. An important share of the microbiological and chemical data needed for the Product Safety Report (PIF/CPSR) is provided by our laboratory.

Tests

  • Microbiological quality: total aerobic bacteria, yeast and mould, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans, Escherichia coli (ISO 17516 limits)
  • Preservative efficacy (challenge) test: verification of the product's microbial protection during use
  • Heavy-metal determination: lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium
  • pH, viscosity, density and stability studies
  • Efficacy and surface disinfection tests for cleaning products

Who is it for?

Brand owners, contract manufacturers and importers; baby products, sunscreens, shampoos and cleaning products. For small brands a basic package per product is prepared; for large producers, a batch release programme.

Reporting

A single report per product gives microbiological results, limit comparison and a statement of conformity; it can be attached directly to the PIF file.

Scope of service

  • ISO 17516 microbiological limits
  • Challenge test
  • Heavy-metal determination
  • Batch release

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Frequently asked questions

Which of your analyses are within the accreditation scope?
Most analyses in our catalogue are within the ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation scope. The scope list is published on the Accreditation and Guides page; methods outside the scope are stated clearly in the catalogue and the report.
How soon will I get the report?
Time varies by analysis: water microbiology 2, food microbiology 3–6, chemical analyses 4–5, ICP-MS 4, Legionella 10 working days. Fast (+50%) and express (+100%) options shorten the times.
How do I track my report?
Enter the sample number on the reception slip on the Report Lookup page; you see the stages sample received, in analysis, awaiting approval and completed and the estimated delivery date.
How should I send the sample?
In a sterile or suitable container, labelled and at the right temperature (2–8 °C for microbiological). Quantities and rules are written on the Sample Acceptance Conditions page. You can drop it at our reception points, ship it by cold-chain cargo or request the sampling service.
What if the sample is not suitable?
At reception a sample may be rejected if temperature, quantity, container or label is unsuitable; the customer is informed the same day. For conditionally accepted samples this is stated in the report.
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