Elemental Testing For Cosmetics and Make-Up
By Exeter Analytical (UK) Ltd in Coventry
In the rapidly evolving cosmetics industry, consumer safety and regulatory compliance are paramount. From luxurious lotions to vibrant lipsticks, every product reaching the market must meet stringent quality standards. This is where elemental testing plays a crucial role, safeguarding your brand and protecting your consumers.
At Exeter Analytical, in Coventry, we understand the unique challenges faced by cosmetic manufacturers. Our specialised elemental testing services provide the critical insights you need to ensure your products are not only effective and appealing but also demonstrably safe and compliant. Get in touch to find out more.
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Key Reasons for Elemental Testing in Cosmetics:
Consumer Safety & Brand Protection:
Unwanted elemental impurities, even at trace levels, can pose serious health risks to consumers. Our testing identifies and quantifies these potential hazards, helping you to prevent adverse reactions, product recalls, and damage to your brand reputation.
Regulatory Compliance:
Global regulations, such as those from the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, FDA (USA), and other national bodies, increasingly scrutinise the presence of heavy metals and other elemental impurities in cosmetic products. Our expert analysis helps you meet these evolving requirements, ensuring your products can be legally marketed worldwide.
Quality Control & Raw Material Vetting:
Elements can be introduced at various stages – from raw materials and processing aids to manufacturing equipment and packaging. Proactive elemental testing of incoming raw materials, intermediates, and finished products allows for robust quality control, identifying potential contamination sources before they impact your final product.
Ingredient Purity & Authenticity:
Elemental analysis can verify the purity of your ingredients, and, in some cases, help confirm the authenticity of natural or mineral-derived components.
​Elements of Interest for Cosmetic Regulations & Safety:
While a comprehensive analysis may cover a wider range, the primary focus for regulatory compliance and consumer safety in cosmetics often includes:
Heavy Metals:
Lead (Pb): A significant concern due to its toxicity, even at low levels.
Arsenic (As): Highly toxic, often associated with natural mineral ingredients.
Cadmium (Cd): Toxic, can be present as an impurity in some pigments.
Mercury (Hg): Highly restricted due to severe health risks.
Antimony (Sb): Can be present as an impurity, particularly in certain colorants.
Other Trace Elements:
Depending on the product type, ingredients, and manufacturing process, other elements like Nickel (Ni), Chromium (Cr), and Cobalt (Co) may also be of interest.
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