Cosmetics

Certified Laboratories Approved as Amazon TIC for Select Products

By Science Technology | Dec 20, 2024

Company can conduct required testing and verify COAs against Amazon's policy requirements

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Ceutical Labs Is on the Contract Laboratory Network!

By Swathi Kodaikal | Nov 21, 2024

Ceutical Labs provides testing services for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and personal care products to support quality and compliance

Outsource! Week: Cosmetic Safety Substantiation

By Ian Black | Nov 6, 2024

Get to know Craig Weiss, one of the speakers at Outsource! Week, Nov 19-21, 2024

Outsource! Week: Navigating Cosmetic Product Regulation

By Ian Black | Nov 5, 2024

Get to know Lenore Coyle, one of the featured stellar speakers at the Outsource! Week to be held on Nov 19-21, 2024

Testing Face Paints and Cosmetics for Halloween Safety: Ensuring Safe, Fun Festivities

By Trevor Henderson | Oct 9, 2024

Halloween face paints and cosmetics are a fun way to bring costumes to life, but safety should never be overlooked.

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Top Cosmetic Testing Labs and Contract Research Organizations

By Trevor Henderson | May 7, 2024

Research and testing aim to revolutionize beauty with science

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Welcoming Scientech Labs to the Contract Laboratory Network

By Trevor Henderson | Apr 19, 2024

Scientech’s expertise spans a vast array of services, from analytical testing and stability studies to consulting and formulation testing.

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Sunscreen and Sun Safety Testing in Demand!

By Editorial Team | Jul 28, 2023

Laboratory screening for potential allergens, harmful chemicals, and product efficacy is critical for sun safety.

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Advancing the FDA’s Oversight of Drug Compounding

By Editorial Team | Apr 21, 2023

Last month, FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb released a statement regarding the implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act (DQSA) and section 503B of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. One of the limitations of these acts was in regards to the drug...

Sunscreen and SPF Testing: Ensuring Protection and Safety

By Trevor Henderson | Mar 14, 2023

Most sunscreen products need to be tested per the SPF test procedure to determine their effectiveness

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Laboratory Microbe References and Definitions

By Editorial Team | Mar 14, 2023

Laboratory Microbe References and Definitions refer to the collection of standard terminology and definitions used in microbiology research and practice. Microbes, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa, are ubiquitous in the environment and play important...

Cosmetics Stability Studies

By Trevor Henderson | Mar 7, 2023

Cosmetics are a vital part of daily personal care routines, ranging from skincare creams and lotions to makeup and fragrances. Ensuring the quality, safety, and efficacy of these products is essential, not only for consumer satisfaction but also for compliance with...

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Cosmetics Labeling Testing and Analysis

By Editorial Team | Mar 3, 2023

Cosmetics sold in the United States need to be in compliance with labeling requirements of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act, the Fair Packaging and Labeling (FP&L) Act, and Food and Drug Administration Regulations. These laws require...

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A Laboratory Guide to Cosmetics Formulation Testing

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 28, 2023

From stability testing and microbiological assessments to allergen and performance evaluations, these tests provide critical data for managing product quality and regulatory compliance.