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Guides and insights on cosmetic testing & EU compliance.

November 4, 2023
Testing by Product Type

Aerosol Cosmetics Regulation: Dry Shampoo Testing and Shipping

Aerosol cosmetics regulation explained with dry shampoo: the Aerosol Dispensers Directive, CPSR, tests, propellant purity and shipping with an SDS.

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October 30, 2023
Lab, Quality & Ordering

Cosmetic Testing: The Complete Guide for Brands

Cosmetic testing explained for brands: which tests your product needs, why, in what order and how long it takes before your CPSR.

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October 25, 2023
Lab, Quality & Ordering

Cosmetic Testing Without Animals: In Vitro and Human Alternatives

Cosmetic testing without animals: how EU law, ingredient data, in vitro methods, lab tests and human patch tests prove a product is safe.

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October 20, 2023
Lab, Quality & Ordering

Cosmetic Safety Testing: What It Covers and Who Needs It

Cosmetic safety testing explained: what data the EU safety assessment needs, which parts come from lab tests, and who must provide it.

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October 15, 2023
Lab, Quality & Ordering

Cosmetic Quality Control Testing: Batch Release for Brands

Cosmetic quality control testing for batch release: what to check, microbiological limits, who signs off and what to do if a result fails.

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October 10, 2023
Lab, Quality & Ordering

Cosmetic Efficacy Testing vs Safety Testing: Whatโ€™s the Difference?

Cosmetic efficacy testing vs safety testing: what each proves, the legal basis, common methods and how to plan both before launch.

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October 5, 2023
EU & Global Regulation

CE Marking Cosmetics: Is There a CE Mark for Cosmetics?

CE marking cosmetics explained: why cosmetics never carry a CE mark, why adding one is not allowed and which documents prove compliance instead.

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September 30, 2023
Launching a Brand

Do I Need to Test Cosmetics Before Selling Them?

Do I need to test cosmetics before selling? In the EU, in practice yes: what the law asks, which tests are usual and when one can…

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September 25, 2023
CPSR & SDS

Cosmetic Safety Assessment: From Formula to Signed Report

Cosmetic safety assessment step by step: formula, raw material data, product tests, exposure, margin of safety and the signed Part B of the CPSR.

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September 20, 2023
CPSR & SDS

CPSR Template: Why a Fill-In Template Is Not Enough

A CPSR template gives you headings, not a safety report. What a template helps with, why Part B needs a qualified assessor and how to use…

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September 15, 2023
CPSR & SDS

Order a CPSR Online: What to Prepare and What Happens Next

Order a CPSR online: what to prepare (formula, supplier documents, tests), what happens after you order and how to judge an online CPSR provider.

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September 10, 2023
CPSR & SDS

MSDS for Cosmetics vs SDS: Is an Old MSDS Still Valid?

MSDS for cosmetics explained: why MSDS became SDS, what changed with GHS and REACH, whether an old MSDS is still valid and what to send instead.

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IV. Product formula
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V. Specifications and tests of the finished product

A challenge test is required for every cosmetic product except microbiologically low-risk ones, which are:

  • Products that do not contain water, or have low water activity
  • Products with a pH below 3 or above 10
  • Products containing more than 20% alcohol
  • Products containing raw materials that create a hostile environment (strong oxidising agents, polar organic solvents, oxidising dyes, aluminium chlorohydrate and related salts, propellant gases and so on)
  • Products filled into containers at more than 65 ยฐC
  • Products packaged in pressurised containers, pump dispensers or single-dose units
When is a challenge test not required?

A challenge test is required for every cosmetic product except microbiologically low-risk ones, which are:

  • Products that do not contain water, or have low water activity
  • Products with a pH below 3 or above 10
  • Products containing more than 20% alcohol
  • Products containing raw materials that create a hostile environment (strong oxidising agents, polar organic solvents, oxidising dyes, aluminium chlorohydrate and related salts, propellant gases and so on)
  • Products filled into containers at more than 65 ยฐC
  • Products packaged in pressurised containers, pump dispensers or single-dose units
VI. Product packaging and artworkOptional — we check the label against the finished CPSR, so the artwork for the outer packaging and the primary container helps. You can also send it to us later.
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