Cosmetics Analysis
| Consistently high quality and safety guarantee the market success of cosmetic products. In addition, there are legal requirements for effectiveness, stability and consumer health protection. WESSLING supports manufacturers with laboratory analysis, expert opinions and process-accompanying consulting. |  |
Our efficient, accredited laboratories offer customers a versatile analytical spectrum for their cosmetic products. Together with the expertise of the WESSLING cosmetic experts, this forms a comprehensive service portfolio along the entire production chain of cosmetic products.
It includes both recognised standard analytical methods and specific solutions according to individual customer specifications for chemical, chemical-physical and microbiological investigations.
Our services：
Microbiological test （Aerobic and anaerobic bacteria，Yeasts and moulds，Pathogenic microorganisms ,Identification of microorganisms，Preservative challenge test – test for sufficient preservation (simple and repetitive inoculation), Endotoxin determinations, Microbiological testing of process water or production water, Microbiological raw material testing）
Chemical-physical analyses（Physical parameters such as density, pH-value, viscosity, water activity (aw) value, etc.; Oxidation stability (Rancimat test), Allergenic fragrances, Majantol, Preservatives, Verification of cosmetic active ingredients (e.g. allantonin, bisabolol, Q10, glycerine, hyaluronic acid, zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, UV filter substances), Vitamins (e.g. panthenol, tocopherol, retinol), Fat parameters (acid value, peroxid value, etc.), Surfactants: qualitative and quantitative testing of different surfactant classes, Formaldehyde)
Residues and contaminants（Heavy metals: determination after pressure decomposition as well as determination after artificial sweat test ,Pesticide residues, MOSH/MOAH: mineral oil residues, Polycyclic musk and nitro-musk compounds, Abestos (in decorative cosmetics, etc.), Organic halogen compounds, Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH), Nitrosamines, e.g. NDELA, Phthalates)
Analysisss of cosmetic product packaging （Overall migration testing; Specific migration testing, e.g. for formaldehyde, bisphenol A, phthalates, heavy metals, BHT, special plastic additives; Testing regarding olfactory/optical spoiling of the cosmetic product due to the packaging (sensory testing); Testing for potential contaminants in the packaging, e.g. phthalate; Bisphenol A; Nonylphenols and nonylphenolethoxylates; Heavy metals such as arsenic, lead, cadmium, antimony, nickel, mercury, etc; Plastic identification by way of infrared spectroscopy; Testing of wooden packaging for formaldehyde, wood preservatives, etc.; Comprehensive other specialised tests upon request)
WESSLING: Consulting and expert opinions on cosmetic products
In addition to laboratory analysis, expert services are a central part of our work. The competent advice of the cosmetics experts at WESSLING provide our customers with confidence and reassurance. Our experts are happy to provide you with their experience on labelling or conformity testing, safety assessment and notification as well as marketability certificates. You would like to launch a cosmetic product? Here too, WESSLING is your competent partner.
